Environmental Health and Safety Lead

ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHOCOLATE FACTORY INC • Durango, CO

3d • $22 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Lead will support manufacturing management by coordinating safety training programs, investigating employee injuries, and managing safety and claims information. Additionally, you will play a key role in ensuring compliance with Environmental Health and Safety regulations and promoting a safe and healthy work environment.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of experience in Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA regulations, and employee safety training.
• EMS work experience may be considered in lieu of EHS work experience.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions carefully and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong communication skills to convey instructions and information clearly and accurately to others.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) and internet research.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including bending, reaching, grasping small objects, and lifting up to 50 lbs, with or without accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide Leadership and direction for the company Safety and Rapid Response teams.
• Assist in the development and execution of safety training programs, ensuring alignment with company safety policies.
• Participate in accident investigations and provide timely responses to injured workers.
• Report employee injuries to the relevant insurance agencies and provide detailed injury reports and follow-up actions to internal management.
• Oversee the Near Miss safety program by tracking incidents and delivering weekly reports to the manufacturing management team.
• Partner with the Human Resources department to support Return-to-work initiatives for injured employees.
• Schedule and conduct fire drills in collaboration with manufacturing management and local fire department representatives.
• Ensure the entry, reporting, and posting of required OSHA logs and reports are accurate and timely.
• Participate in OSHA inspections and collaborate on implementing necessary corrective actions.
• Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) system administration.
• Help audit and improve RMCF safety policies and programs.
• Administer safety data sheet (SDS) folders.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Savings Accounts
• 401(k) with company match
• EAP program
• Short/Long Term Disability – Paid by Company
• Life Insurance – Paid by Company
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee Discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed