EHS & Compliance Coordinator

Vantedge Medical•San Jose, CA

About The Position

The Environmental Health, Safety and Compliance Coordinator is responsible for fostering and maintaining a strong culture of safety and compliance within all Vander-Bend Manufacturing Northern California facilities. This role ensures compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirement while implementing best practices for workplace safety and environmental health.

Requirements

An associate degree in occupational health or a related field.
A minimum of two years’ experience as an EHS coordinator or a similar role.
Detailed knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal regulations and standards such as OSHA, EPA, ANSI, etc.
Proficiency in EHS management systems and reporting tools.
The ability to read and interpret safety data sheets.
Proficiency in computer programs such as MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong leadership and training abilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Develop, Implement, and continuously improve EHS policies and procedures that comply with health and safety regulations.
Work closely and collaborate with EHS Director .
Develop training materials in collaboration with HR.
Train employees on health and safety procedures, best practices and regulatory compliance.
Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify hazards and EHS violations.
Perform root cause analysis for identified risks and implement corrective/preventive measures.
Monitor employee activities, processes, and workspace to ensure adherence to safety standards.
Ensure the company is always prepared to submit all the relevant health, safety, and regulatory documents.
Maintain all active environmental and safety permits, certifications, and memberships.
Promote and enforce the use of safer work equipment, materials, PPE, and supplies.
Promote employee engagement in safety by encouraging and responding to and correcting issues related to observations and suggestions.
Lead monthly Safety Meetings or other safety-related events including job hazard assessments.
Track and investigate incidents, generating detailed reports and recommendations. .
Monitor exposure to certain hazardous chemicals or materials used in the manufacturing process.
Report to Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) and other relevant regulatory bodies..
Keep up to date with the latest EHS trends, policies, regulations, and best practices.
Lead emergency preparedness and response planning.
Collaborate and build long-term relationships with key stakeholders such as the management team, customers, and regulatory agencies.