EHS Coordinator

Brenntag • Lancaster, MN

365d

About The Position

The EHS Coordinator will support the Environmental Health and Safety department, ensuring that all practices are in compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory requirements. The EH&S Coordinator will work under the direction of the EH&S Director to establish and maintain an effective EH&S culture within the facilities. The role involves assisting in maintaining site-specific EHS policies and procedures, supporting EH&S programs related to site chemical and equipment and environmental risks, and providing guidance and direction in EH&S programs to employees and managers as needed. The coordinator will practice safe working techniques and reinforce the safety policies, guidelines, and procedures set by the Company. Additionally, the coordinator will promote site environmental, health and safety, assist in addressing new developments for improvement, and respond to regulatory inspections, agency requests, and insurers on EH&S matters. Coordination with VP, Operation Managers, and other EHS Coordinators on facility deficiencies and the development and implementation of plan corrections is also a key responsibility.

Requirements

• Four-year degree required in Environmental, Health and Safety or closely related field
• 3+ years of experience with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119/ Process Safety Management
• Working knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Working knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations
• Knowledge of regulatory permitting (i.e. air/waste permits)
• TWIC Card
• Strong interpersonal skills including honesty and integrity
• Strong organizational skills with focused attention to detail
• Ability to communicate (written and oral) in a professional manner at all levels of the organization
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities throughout the day
• Ability to learn and embrace specific order management procedures and to follow policies and procedures related to required OSHA guidelines
• Proficient in report writing, documentation and record keeping
• Willingness to work overtime and/or weekends as needed
• Possible overnight travel up to 10% for training, educational, audits, etc.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining site-specific EHS policies and procedures.
• Support EH&S programs as they relate to site chemical and equipment and environmental risks.
• Provide guidance and direction in EH&S programs to employees / managers as needed.
• Practice safe working techniques and reinforce the safety policies, guidelines, and procedures as set by the Company.
• Promote site environmental, health and safety, and assist in addressing new developments for improvement.
• Assist in responding to regulatory inspections, agency requests, and insurers on EH&S matters.
• Coordinate with VP, Operation Managers, and other EHS Coordinators on facility deficiencies and the development and implementation of plan corrections.
• Responsible for coordinating regulatory programs and its applications and help support the compliance process.
• Assist with coordination of safety and training programs for all employees within the business unit.
• Review OSHA logs for proper compliance.
• Maintain filing systems regarding worker training and safety.
• Maintain working relationships with regulatory agencies.
• Other daily administrative and reporting tasks as assigned by EH&S Director.

Benefits

• Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.
• Paid parental leave
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees