EHS Coordinator

Clayton • Conway, AR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The EHS Coordinator supports a facility’s environmental, health, and safety functions, with primary responsibility for administering the ISO program. The role helps implement EHS programs and maintain compliance with local, state, and federal environmental and safety regulations. Working with the EHS Manager, the coordinator supports safety and ISO initiatives, training, medical case management, incident investigations, hazard identification, and mitigation. The coordinator also participates in the EMS committee and supports facility Safety Committee activities.

The position administers plant ISO procedures and documentation, coordinates audits and training, monitors data related to environmental objectives, and supports waste management and regulatory reporting. EHS responsibilities include first aid, assisting injured team members, hazard walks, corrective-action follow-up, incident investigations, orientations, and training. The coordinator may represent the EHS Manager when needed and perform other duties assigned by the EHS Manager or General Manager.

The work environment is not temperature controlled and may expose the employee to extreme temperatures. Work primarily involves sitting or standing for up to four hours at a time. Travel is not required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Self-motivated and self-starting.
• Ability to work independently on projects with minimal oversight or guidance.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Desire to learn and improve new and existing skills.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Good people and communication skills, with the ability to follow up and hold people accountable.
• Must have and maintain a clean driving record.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, crouch, crawl, push, and/or pull as required.
• Must be able to communicate with others by phone, email, and in person, and exchange accurate information.
• Work may involve sitting or standing for up to four hours at a time.
• Work environment is not temperature controlled and may involve exposure to extreme temperatures.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in health and safety or environmental studies.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification for general or construction industry.
• Basic knowledge of ISO 14001.
• Understanding of local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Experience with workers’ compensation claims.

Responsibilities

• Develop environmental procedures with the team.
• Schedule EMS Committee target and objective team meetings.
• Schedule and participate with the EHS Manager in internal audits, management reviews, and third-party audits.
• Track data, graph it, and monitor trends related to ISO objectives and targets.
• Create and update ISO communication media.
• Schedule, track, and conduct EMS training as needed.
• Implement and train team members on waste segregation, including coordinating universal and hazardous waste disposal.
• Maintain environmental compliance events and audits in EiOS.
• Maintain EiOS updates, provide document control, and file documentation in accordance with ISO requirements.
• Maintain environmental objective projects in EiOS.
• Work with EMS teams to develop preventative actions and maintain a continuous improvement log.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and submit required data to a third party for regulatory reports.
• Develop relationships in the local community to further environmental awareness and change.
• Coordinate waste pickup and disposal with vendors and communicate with chemical vendors as needed to verify VOCs.
• Work with the EHS Manager to lead cultural change toward more environmentally friendly practices at home and at work.
• Administer plant ISO procedures and documentation.
• Administer basic first aid to team members as needed.
• Transport and accompany injured team members to medical facilities when needed.
• Participate in incident investigations with the EHS Manager and line supervisors.
• Conduct facility hazard walks, identify hazards and non-conformances, and follow up on corrective actions until closed.
• Enforce EHS policies and educate team members on best practices and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Promote a positive EHS culture and participate in EHS initiatives.
• Participate in third-party audits and inspections with the EHS Manager.
• Assist the EHS Manager with data entry and EHS analytics as needed.
• Participate in Facility Safety Committee meetings.
• Conduct new-hire orientation as needed.
• Help create, schedule, and conduct annual EHS training.
• Participate in on- and off-site training activities as requested by or through the General Manager and/or Home Office Director of EHS.
• Pursue personal and professional improvement through reading and external environmental, health, and safety training courses.
• Lead by example, follow environmental, health, and safety requirements, and work toward subject-matter expertise in these requirements.
• Represent the EHS Manager as needed when the manager is out of the office.
• Perform other duties or tasks assigned by the EHS Manager and/or General Manager.

Benefits

• Flexible health, dental, and vision benefits package for full-time team members.
• Competitive 401(k) program with investment options and company matching for full- and part-time team members after one year.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Paid time for volunteering through the Clayton Impact program.
• Holistic wellness programs covering physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual, and occupational wellness, available online or in person.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED