EHS Specialist

Regal Rexnord•Black River Falls, WI

21d

About The Position

The EHS Specialist reports directly to the Plant Manager at the facility and is responsible for continuously monitoring and adapting safety procedures and operations to ensure a safe and fully compliance work environment for all associates at Regal Rexnord. What You’ll Do: Develops, improves, and deploys Environmental Health and Safety internal procedures and controls. Drives Environmental/ Health and Occupational Safety Management Systems, Waste Minimization, Emergency Management, Employee Engagement, communication etc. in accordance with ISO 9001 requirements. Responsible to obtain and update required permits and EH&S reports to regulatory authorities. Conduct safety meetings, audits, and inspections to ensure compliance, evaluate performance, identify corrective action, and implement follow up assessments to drive performance. Lead accident investigations and evaluate risk management to mitigate significant hazards and loss trends. Manage workers compensation and claims management, including coordinating return to work activities and claim resolution. Function as a liaison between government officials and Regal Rexnord on all safety and environmental related issues. Ensure all Fire and Emergency Equipment (Extinguishers, Pumps, Smoke Detectors, Sprinklers, Valves, and Fire Alarms) are complying and functional. Participate in Kaizen events and other committees. Deploy and manage ergonomic standards within the site. Report on Health and Safety issues and statistics on a timely manner. Supervises the activities of the security team for the site. Implement and facilitate environmental, health and safety education and training to support regulatory and business requirements. Be capable of aligning the local team and influencing others to achieve the desired EHS performance objectives outlined by corporate initiatives, business unit initiatives, and local/site initiatives. Develop and implement annual Environmental Health and Safety compliance calendar. Lead Environmental Health and Safety discussion during Safety Operation Review. Partners with leadership team and plant manager to create a safety and sustainability culture through performing job risk assessments and behavior modification programs. Provide hiring, promotion, and disciplinary action recommendations, as well as performance evaluation and feedback for direct reports. Lead Environmental Health and Safety discussion during Safety Operation Review. Provide subject matter expertise, manages risks, and develops strategies and standardized methods to ensure continuous improvement in the EHS function. Raise awareness at all organizational levels of the impact of emerging EHS issues including ethical, social responsibility, best practices, and legislation. Build strong relationships with other internal functions. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Strong Interpersonal and communication skills, detailed oriented, well organized, self-motivated, and strong work ethics.
Strong knowledge to coach and mentor others.
In-depth knowledge of Environmental Health and Safety Regulations.
Ability to work and engage with all levels of stakeholders.
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Previous Manufacturing Experience required
3-5 years of EHS management experience required, similar levels, or areas.
Acting in a supervisory/management/leader role
Strong understanding of environmental regulations

Nice To Haves

Site Responsibility is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develops, improves, and deploys Environmental Health and Safety internal procedures and controls.
Drives Environmental/ Health and Occupational Safety Management Systems, Waste Minimization, Emergency Management, Employee Engagement, communication etc. in accordance with ISO 9001 requirements.
Responsible to obtain and update required permits and EH&S reports to regulatory authorities.
Conduct safety meetings, audits, and inspections to ensure compliance, evaluate performance, identify corrective action, and implement follow up assessments to drive performance.
Lead accident investigations and evaluate risk management to mitigate significant hazards and loss trends.
Manage workers compensation and claims management, including coordinating return to work activities and claim resolution.
Function as a liaison between government officials and Regal Rexnord on all safety and environmental related issues.
Ensure all Fire and Emergency Equipment (Extinguishers, Pumps, Smoke Detectors, Sprinklers, Valves, and Fire Alarms) are complying and functional.
Participate in Kaizen events and other committees.
Deploy and manage ergonomic standards within the site.
Report on Health and Safety issues and statistics on a timely manner.
Supervises the activities of the security team for the site.
Implement and facilitate environmental, health and safety education and training to support regulatory and business requirements.
Be capable of aligning the local team and influencing others to achieve the desired EHS performance objectives outlined by corporate initiatives, business unit initiatives, and local/site initiatives.
Develop and implement annual Environmental Health and Safety compliance calendar.
Lead Environmental Health and Safety discussion during Safety Operation Review.
Partners with leadership team and plant manager to create a safety and sustainability culture through performing job risk assessments and behavior modification programs.
Provide hiring, promotion, and disciplinary action recommendations, as well as performance evaluation and feedback for direct reports.
Lead Environmental Health and Safety discussion during Safety Operation Review.
Provide subject matter expertise, manages risks, and develops strategies and standardized methods to ensure continuous improvement in the EHS function.
Raise awareness at all organizational levels of the impact of emerging EHS issues including ethical, social responsibility, best practices, and legislation.
Build strong relationships with other internal functions.
Perform other related duties as assigned.