Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator
About The Position
The EHS (Environmental Health & Safety) Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring workplace safety and environmental compliance by developing/implementing programs, conducting training/audits, investigating incidents, and maintaining records to meet federal, state, internal and 3rd party standards, preventing injuries and environmental harm, and fostering a strong safety culture. The EHS Coordinator will act as a liaison between management, employees, and regulators to mitigate risks and promote best practices in health, safety, and environmental stewardship. Essential Functions of the Job: Program Management: Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and programs (e.g., Lockout/Tagout, Hazard Communication, Emergency Response) Lead employee safety engagement team and meetings Compliance & Auditing: Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments Identify hazards, ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations Training & Education: Deliver safety orientations, toolbox talks, and specialized training on PPE, safe work practices, and emergency procedures Incident Management: Investigate accidents, injuries, and near-misses to determine root causes and implement corrective actions Record Keeping: Maintain accurate documentation for incidents, training, safety audits, SDS (Safety Data Sheets), and environmental permits Collaboration: Work with operations, HR, and management to promote a strong safety culture and address concerns Environmental Stewardship: Oversee hazardous material handling, waste disposal, and sustainability efforts
Requirements
- Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulations
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to conduct training and present information effectively
- Experience in incident investigation and root cause analysis
Nice To Haves
- Certifications (CSP, CIH) or relevant degrees (EHS, Safety, Industrial Hygiene) are often preferred
- background in food manufacturing preferred
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and programs (e.g., Lockout/Tagout, Hazard Communication, Emergency Response)
- Lead employee safety engagement team and meetings
- Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments
- Identify hazards, ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations
- Deliver safety orientations, toolbox talks, and specialized training on PPE, safe work practices, and emergency procedures
- Investigate accidents, injuries, and near-misses to determine root causes and implement corrective actions
- Maintain accurate documentation for incidents, training, safety audits, SDS (Safety Data Sheets), and environmental permits
- Work with operations, HR, and management to promote a strong safety culture and address concerns
- Oversee hazardous material handling, waste disposal, and sustainability efforts
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid Family leave
- Paid maternity leave
- 401(k) with Match
- Voluntary Life, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital indemnity
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition assistance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
