EHS Coordinator

Ossur North America; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) with employer matching

Paid holidays

Vacation and volunteer days

Sick days

Job summary

Össur North America is seeking an EHS Coordinator to coordinate the site's Environmental, Health & Safety programs and ensure regulatory compliance. The role partners with site leaders and employees to promote a safe workplace, environmental initiatives, and drive continuous improvement in safety performance.

Key duties include maintaining the EHS management system, conducting inspections and audits, training, incident management, and reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing or similar environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and site compliance practices.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage the site's EHS management system and program.
• Ensure OSHA and environmental regulatory compliance and policy adherence.
• Conduct safety inspections, risk assessments, and workplace audits.
• Coordinate safety training and maintain training records.
• Manage incident reporting, investigations, and corrective actions.
• Prepare EHS metrics and support sustainability and compliance activities.

Skills

EHS experience

OSHA knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Independent work

Education

Related degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

Össur is a leading global provider of innovative mobility solutions that help people live a Life Without Limitations®. Significant ongoing investment in research and development has led to over 2,100 patents, award-winning designs, and successful clinical outcomes.

Össur is focused on improving people's mobility through the delivery of Prosthetics and Bracing & Supports solutions. Helping people live a Life Without Limitations is why we exist as a company.

About the Role

The EHS Coordinator coordinates the site's Environmental, Health & Safety programs and processes to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements. The role partners with site leaders and employees to promote a safe workplace, environmental initiatives, and drive continuous improvement in safety performance.

Success in this role is demonstrated by sustained regulatory compliance; timely, well-documented employee training, closure of corrective actions within established timelines; strong internal and external audit performance; accurate EHS reporting; and measurable continuous improvement in workplace safety and environmental performance.

What You'll Do

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain the site's EHS Management System.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental regulations, and company policies.
• Conduct safety inspections, risk assessments, and workplace audits.
• Identify safety training needs together with management
• Coordinate employee safety training and maintain training records.
• Manage incidents, injury, near-miss, and hazard reporting processes.
• Support incident investigations and track corrective actions.
• Facilitate Safety Committee meetings and employee safety initiatives.
• Maintain emergency preparedness programs, drills, and response plans.
• Serve as the primary contact for EHS audits, regulatory inspections, and safety vendors.
• Compile, analyze, and report EHS performance metrics.
• Support sustainability and environmental compliance activities.

General Responsibilities

• Coordinates with HR to ensure all employees understand Össur's quality requirements and complete required general quality training during onboarding and New Employee Orientation.
• All training related to the quality management system is done in accordance with the Training Management Process (PR-00042), unless otherwise set by the local system
• Exercises good use of company funds and property within the guidelines set. Maintains an honest and professional attitude as the company's representative at all times.
• Contributes to a safe working environment by maintaining own workspace and reporting any potential hazard.
• Adheres to Company's safety rules.
• Demonstrates the Company Values of Honesty Frugality, and Courage in daily work and decision-making.
• Maintains accurate records, reports, and compliance documentation with strong attention to detail.
• Communicates EHS requirements clearly and engages employees and leaders in safety initiatives.
• Builds credibility and positively influences safe behaviors across all levels of the site.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Who You Are

• 2+ years of EHS experience in a manufacturing, warehousing, or similar operational environment.
• Working knowledge of applicable workplace safety and environmental requirements, including OSHA standards and site-level compliance practices.
• A degree in a related field is preferred, however, candidates with relevant experience, applicable training, or equivalent qualifications are encouraged to apply.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to prioritize and work independently

Preferred

• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry training or another relevant occupational safety credential.
• Experience with ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 management systems.
• Experience conducting audits and incident investigations.

Why You'll Feel Good Working Here

Join our team if you want to make a lasting impact; we will support you along the way.

We value a diverse working environment and a welcoming and fun company culture

We empower our colleagues and encourage close collaboration, allowing us to develop the best products and maintain the highest possible standards of care

• Competitive Compensation Packages
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contribution
• 9 paid holidays
• 13 vacation days, birthday and two (2) volunteer day
• 8 sick days within your first year of employment
• Paid Parental Bonding

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This site-based role regularly works in manufacturing and warehouse environments and may require walking or standing for extended periods, conducting inspections throughout the facility, and wearing required personal protective equipment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the role.