Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator

Edmund Optics•Barrington, NJ

1d•$70,000 - $77,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Edmund Optics America's Health and Safety Coordinator plays a critical role in promoting a proactive safety culture ensuring a safe and healthy working environment for all employees. This position involves coordinating and implementing safety programs, conducting inspections and training, managing compliance documentation, and assisting with incident investigations to prevent accidents and ensure adherence to all applicable safety regulations.

Requirements

Computer skills; PC literacy in Excel, Word, Adobe, Access, Power Point
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation and training abilities
Ability to work independently and in a discretionary manner
Project management skills
Analysis, implementation, and management of regulatory requirements
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
Must be comfortable working with all levels of employees
Must be able to maintain confidentiality where required
Education: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field (preferred), or equivalent work experience.
Experience: 2+ years of experience in a safety, compliance, or EHS administrative role, preferably within a relevant industry.
Knowledge: Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and other applicable State, Federal environmental standards.
Mobility: The ability to walk, stand, and move around job sites for extended periods, which often involves walking on uneven or slippery surfaces.
Climbing and Balancing: Ascending and descending stairs, ladders, and scaffolding to inspect elevated areas or different levels of a facility.
Stooping, Kneeling, and Crouching: Bending or moving the body to inspect equipment, access tight spaces, or perform first aid/CPR.
Lifting and Carrying: The ability to lift and move objects, with requirements typically ranging from 20 to 50 pounds occasionally.
Dexterity and Reaching: Frequent use of hands and fingers for tasks such as typing reports, handling tools, or operating equipment, and the ability to reach with hands and arms in any direction.
Sensory Abilities: Sufficient eyesight to read materials, labels and conduct detailed inspections, and adequate hearing and speech to communicate clearly in person, over the phone, and in potentially noisy environments.
Work Environment Tolerance: The ability to work in various conditions, including outdoors in inclement weather (heat, cold, rain), in noisy areas with machinery, or in clean rooms requiring gowning, hair/facial covering, and to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
Travel: This position requires a valid driver's license and the ability to travel to other EO locations.

Nice To Haves

Certifications: OSHA 30-hour certification, First Aid/CPR certification, Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP) certification (a plus) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Program Development and Implementation: Develop, implement, and update company safety policies, procedures, and safety management systems (SMS).
Inspections and Audits: Conduct regular site inspections and safety audits to identify potential hazards, evaluate risks, and ensure compliance with internal and external safety standards (e.g., OSHA, EPA, DEP, NEPA).
Training and Education: Coordinate and deliver safety training sessions for employees, including new hire orientation, equipment operation, hazard communication, proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and emergency response procedures.
Incident Management: Lead or assist in incident and accident investigations, including near-misses. Document findings, perform root cause analysis, and recommend and track corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Chemical Inventory Management: Maintaining a current and accurate inventory of all hazardous chemicals used or stored on-site. This involves tracking quantities, locations, and ensuring the appropriate cataloging of substances.
Hazard Assessment and Risk Management: Conducting regular hazard assessments to identify potential risks associated with chemical storage, use, and disposal. They apply the hierarchy of controls (elimination, substitution, engineering controls, etc.) to mitigate risks.
Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate and up-to-date safety documentation, records, and reports (e.g., inspection logs, training certificates, incident reports, GHS, SDS database) for management review and regulatory requirements.
Compliance Monitoring: Stay current on new and evolving local, state, and federal health and safety regulations and industry best practices. Ensure the company adapts policies and procedures accordingly.
Emergency Preparedness: Develop, maintain, and coordinate emergency action plans and conduct regular drills (e.g., fire evacuation, chemical spill response).
Safety Culture: Promote a strong, positive safety culture throughout the organization by encouraging employee participation, addressing safety concerns promptly, and leading safety committee meetings.
Continuous Improvement: Working with management and safety teams to implement initiatives reducing our environmental impact, enhance overall personnel and chemical safety performance.
Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.