EHS Technician | Ridgeview

AFL Telecommunications•Duncan, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $3B in revenue, and employ approximately 12,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity. The EHS Technician takes direction from the EHS site leader and coordinates all EHS activities for a particular area or Business Unit, ensuring that compliance is maintained with AFL and regulatory requirements. The incumbent evaluates and recommends solutions to EHS-related problems.

Requirements

1-3 years manufacturing experience
Requires general personal computer skills as well as the ability to use Microsoft Operating System and specialized EHS systems
Possess the ability to conduct training groups of employees in a classroom setting with knowledge of adult learner teaching techniques
Ability to interface with multiple levels of organization and communicate effectively to reduce or eliminate negative associations with EHS initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to influence co-workers for outcomes.
Has participated and been a member or leader in an EHS Pillar or Subcommittee team
Demonstrated reliability on attendance, quality, EHS, delivery

Nice To Haves

Problem Solving – Excellent ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and provide suggestions for improvements or corrective actions
Interpersonal skills – Communicates and works well with all levels of the organization; develops relationships with site to ensure their involvement and commitment
Initiative – Keeps abreast of changing regulations and procedures; develops new and innovative methods for implementing EHS processes
Autonomous – Able to set priorities while working under limited supervision
Accommodating – Treats all associates as customers; shows a high degree of empathy for employee concerns and complaints
2-year associates degree preferred

Responsibilities

Maintains safety processes and procedures within assigned location(s)
Conducts investigations into associates’ hazard reporting, suggestions and complaints
Periodically audits corrective action implementation to ensure status is maintained
Develops procedures and training for compliance with relevant OSHA Standards and company EHS policies
Creates, or develops training materials
Assigns appropriate employee training and tracks completion
Communicates completion requirements to affected supervisors
Conducts or coordinates live event EHS training for affected personnel
Manages recordkeeping, case management and documentation for all EHS incidents
Assigns appropriate corrective actions to responsible stakeholders
Periodically audits corrective action implementation to ensure status is maintained
Deploys AFL corporate safety initiatives
Coordinates and mentors site safety committees
Participates in management meetings and initiatives
Tracks and monitors key safety and environmental metrics
Assists tracking as directed by EHS Specialist
Maintains and reports location(s) environmental metrics – ISO 14001 objectives: recycling/reuse, waste, and utility data
Manages location(s) EHS Pillar/Hazard Hound processes including corrective action completion reports
Manages location(s) hazardous waste collection, storage and disposal
Oversees site compliance management processes
Conducts compliance audits
Coordinate sampling activities and maintains related environmental data
Records and assigns corrective actions based on audit results
Communicates findings and corrective actions to location management