EHS Coordinator - 2nd

ABEC Inc•Springfield, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

ABEC is seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator to join their Springfield, MO team. This is a full-time, second-shift position focused on leading and supporting safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and driving continuous improvement in safety practices. The role involves partnering with employees and leadership, maintaining compliance with federal, state, local, and industry safety regulations, monitoring safety programs, and implementing enhanced safety processes. ABEC emphasizes a strong safety culture, evidenced by their SHARP award status and commitment to employee well-being.

Requirements

Associates Degree required – Bachelor degree preferred.
2-3 years’ experience in running a site safety program.
Ability to communicate clearly too all levels of management.
Experience with OSHA compliance.
Able to train and motivate employees to create safe environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with professional presentation and negotiation skills.
Must be flexible, innovative and comfortable in setting own priorities.
Polished presentation, business acumen and facilitation skills.
Good understanding OSHA 1910.
Strong organization and planning skills.
Fluent written and spoken English.
Authorized to work in the US.

Nice To Haves

Awareness of and prior experience with implementing Continuous Improvement (CI) a plus.
Prior Lean/Six Sigma experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Supervises company safety program.
Continuously evaluates the site, safety program to determine improvements through effective metrics, personnel, and operational needs.
Coordinates with all function groups to maintain a high safety standard while taking appropriate corrective action measures to resolve deficiencies.
Works hand in hand with all employees to ensure safety program is followed.
Trains, motivates, coaches, rewards, and disciplines staff.
Resolves issues related to safety, EPA and OSHA compliance.
Enforces all safety policies and ensures all manufacturing staff attends required safety training.
Investigates accidents in a timely and accurate manner.
Maintains knowledge of Federal, local and industry safety standards.
Proactively identifies any potential barriers and proposes solutions without impeding production.
Establish departmental goals and objectives with strategic planning.
Provide support to Continuous Improvement strategies and opportunities.
Carries out safety related tasks in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable federal and state laws.
Responsible for training of employees. Not limited to planning, assigning, and directing safety tasks.
Addresses all complaints or questions specific to safety.
Perform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned.
Ability to travel when required (I.E. Springfield, MO & Ireland Locations).
Will play an active role in identifying and driving Continuous Improvement (CI) opportunity.