Team Leader, EHS [Safety focused]
About The Position
The Team Leader, EHS has comprehensive responsibility for the implementation and administration of all Health, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and OSHA compliance Programs at the Veolia Minnetonka, MN facility under the EHS Manager. The Team Leader, EHS will strive to provide a healthy and accident-free work environment for all employees through the recognition, evaluation, and control of environmental and workplace health hazards. The Team Leader, EHS will counsel management and employees honestly and completely in the responsible and ethical application of environmental and industrial health principles and practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college, preferably in Occupational Health and Safety, Chemistry, Engineering, or Environmental Science, or relevant experience
- At least 5 years of experience in an EHS role at a chemical, (or industrial) manufacturing facility
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work closely with plant management and production employees
- Working knowledge in ergonomics, noise, confined space, machine guarding, and chemical approvals
Nice To Haves
- Professional certification(s) such as: Certified Safety Professional (CSP®), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or related professional certification(s) or current in process
- Experience in Industrial Hygiene
- Experience with PHA and starting up new operations
- Knowledge of working with Google Workspace or Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
- Lead activities which drive compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and corporate EHS laws, regulations, policies, and guidelines
- Lead and improve EHS programs and practices in the plant to eliminate hazards and reduce or eliminate associated risks
- Support the Management of Change Program and conduct safety inspections
- Participate incident investigations
- Participate in sustainability initiatives and reporting
- Promote behavioral based safety
- Ensure all employee and contractor training is completed, documented, and maintained
- Demonstrate depth and breadth of knowledge in hazard recognition, evaluation, and control
- Analyze data and audit processes which drive compliance in Ergonomics, Noise, Confined Space, Lockout/Tagout, and Machine Guarding
- Initiate and drive the development programs to eliminate hazards and reduce or eliminate associated risks
- Lead and/or support investigations of workplace incidents, complete root cause analyses to determine appropriate corrective actions, and ensure completion
- Provide EHS support to manufacturing departments and leaders in the design and installation of new or modified equipment, New Product Introduction, Incoming Material Approval System, and Management of Change
- Provide technical assistance and guidance to the plant by leading or assisting in safety committee team and meetings, including EHS regulatory interpretations
- Assist in leading departmental EHS Projects and completing required reports
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave
- 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching!
- Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
- AD&D Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
