MTA / EH&S Technician - Perrysburg, Ohio

Whirlpool•Perrysburg, OH

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The EHS Safety & Operational Training Specialist is an integrated, hands-on role responsible for championing site-wide environmental, health, and safety (EHS) compliance while leading frontline employee training and onboarding. This position bridges safety program management with operational execution, utilizing World Class Manufacturing (WCM) methodologies (e.g., 4P Method, TWI) and Lean principles to build a safe, compliant, and highly skilled workforce. Acting as a key point of contact for safety regulations, emergency response, and operator development, this role combines active field auditing, technical EHS support, trainer coaching, and continuous improvement driving.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Minimum 2 years of team leadership in a manufacturing/production environment (e.g., Lead, Production Coordinator)
1 year dedicated to hands-on training or EHS operations.
Active Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV/PIT) license with 1+ years driving experience (or ability to obtain).
Must complete TWI Job Instruction (JI) 10-hour training within two (2) weeks of hire.
Must obtain OSHA 30-hour General Industry Certification within one (1) year of hire.
Thorough knowledge of OSHA/EPA safety regulations, WCM principles, and the 4P Method/4-Step Process.
Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides) for data tracking, reporting, and presentations.
Strong coaching, facilitation, public speaking, and written/verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated problem-solving ability, project management skills, and a high sense of urgency.

Nice To Haves

WCM Certified Trainer, Lean Specialist, or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

Develop, revise, and maintain EHS safety programs, SOPs, and work instructions.
Ensure full compliance with OSHA, EPA, and internal standards, maintaining meticulous records and preparing regulatory reports.
Lead and execute site-wide onboarding and technical training plans through Level 4 certification.
Direct trainee activities, evaluate and certify trainers, and coordinate onboarding with leadership, temporary hiring partners, and safety teams.
Conduct site safety audits, hazard surveys, and ergonomic risk assessments.
Direct hazardous waste/chemical management, industrial hygiene, fire protection programs, and health screenings (audiometric testing, respirator fit-testing).
Audit safe work practices and PPE usage.
Develop standard work documents, train new drivers on practical PIT operations, and conduct Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) certification and refresher testing.
Analyze incident root causes, track performance gaps, and execute corrective action plans.
Act as a lead coach on WCM and Lean tools, supporting Safety Pillar activities, Kaizen events, and peer-to-peer operator development.
Lead emergency response actions and address employee EHS concerns directly.
Deliver shift orientations, safety modules, and Train-the-Trainer sessions for both small and large groups.