EH & S Coordinator

Drive Medical•South Brunswick, NJ

About The Position

Drive Medical is a manufacturer of medical products serving homecare, long-term care, retail, and e-commerce channels in more than 100 countries. The EH & S Coordinator executes company policies and programs promoting the health and safety of buildings and employees. The role provides leadership, coaching, and proactive environmental, health, and safety solutions to support compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. The coordinator oversees site safety inspections, hazard assessments, training, incident investigations, emergency response, safety records, and regulatory compliance. The position works with onsite management, Human Resources, employees, contractors, and corporate EHS leadership. It is based in a warehouse environment and involves physical activity, including walking, standing, bending, squatting, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds, with possible temperature changes and dust exposure.

Requirements

Associate degree in a related field, safety-related certifications (such as First Aid Trainer or Forklift Trainer), or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Minimum of 2 years of safety experience preferred.
Knowledge of environmental compliance and OSHA/CCOHS compliance, including the ability to research, read, interpret, and apply rules and regulations.
First Aid/CPR/AED/OSHA 30 certified, or willing to obtain certification within 3 months of hire.
Computer skills in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Problem-solving ability.
Ability to build collaborative relationships and work with cross-functional teams.
Ability to work under pressure with multiple deadlines, multitask, and prioritize.
Proficient understanding of written and verbal English.
Understanding of HIPAA privacy laws and the need to protect personal employee and company information.
Ability to perform physical activity including walking, standing, bending, squatting, reaching above shoulders, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in a warehouse environment, with possible temperature changes and exposure to dust.

Nice To Haves

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Perform documented weekly inspections to maintain cleanliness, orderliness, and safety in work areas, among employees, and around machinery and safety equipment.
Oversee security providers and manage day-to-day concerns.
Evaluate onsite processes for hazards through Job Hazard Analyses and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) hazard assessments.
Implement site-specific hazard controls, mitigation methods, procedures, and programs.
Certify, coordinate, and conduct required new and recurring safety training for employees and contractors across shifts and departments.
Provide safety training during new-hire orientation for associates and contractors, and train internal equipment trainers.
Maintain safety training records and certifications, incident reports, WSIB logs, and OSHA logs.
Implement and lead monthly Safety Committee meetings.
Update and manage Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
Manage inventory and/or purchasing of required PPE and First Aid Cabinets.
Lead safety-related incident investigations and prepare timely, detailed reports.
Collaborate with Human Resources and onsite management on incidents involving injuries, Workers' Compensation claims, and substance testing; provide input on severity and recommend corrective action, up to and including termination.
Ensure employees and contractors follow Confined Space, Lockout/Tag Out, and Hot Work procedures.
Implement site-specific emergency response procedures and drills, and lead emergency response teams.
Ensure proper disposal of universal and hazardous waste.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, state, and local regulatory and statutory requirements, as well as company EHS programs and policies.
Work with management to plan and deliver safety information, education, and updates.
Conduct safety meetings and toolbox talks as needed across employees, shifts, and departments.
Participate in audits and inspections as necessary.
Prepare weekly safety statistics and other requested reports for the Corporate EHS Manager.
Perform other duties as assigned.