EHS Coordinator

Hoover Treated Wood Products; United States; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation

Job summary

Hoover Architectural Solutions (HAS) in Eastman, GA seeks an EHS Coordinator to maintain environmental and safety compliance at the HAS plant. The role includes onboarding and training, with a split 50% plant floor and 50% office duties, reporting to the Director of Operations.

The position requires at least one year in EHS, OSHA-related certifications within six months, and strong MS Office and communication skills. Compensation ranges $55k–$65k annually and includes a comprehensive package.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in Environmental, Health & Safety or related field.
• Ability to obtain within six months one of the following certifications: OSHA 30-Hour GI/Construction, ASP, CSHO, OSHA Outreach Trainer (if applicable).
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee compliance of all safety and environmental programs.
• Lead EHS training programs plant-wide and assess training needs.
• Conduct daily GEMBA walks and safety program audits; attend pre-shift meetings.
• Lead EHS orientation and hands-on training; monitor new hires for first 45 days.

Skills

MS Office

Safety inspections

Incident investigations

Risk assessments

Onboarding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety / Environmental Science / Industrial Hygiene / Engineering / EHS or related field

Job description

We have an opening for an EHS Coordinator to support our Hoover Architectural Solutions (HAS) business in Eastman, GA. Reporting to the Director of Operations, the EHS Coordinator is responsibleformaintaining environmental and safety compliance at the HAS plant location. The EHS Coordinator will continuously assess proactive programs and efforts designed to eliminate injuries, illnesses and environmental impacts. The EHS Coordinator will also lead employee onboarding and training efforts at the plant location.

This position will be 50% plant floor and 50% office based. The candidate must be able to conduct safety inspections, incident investigations and risk assessments in a non-climate-

controlled environment, requiring them to be standing/walking for up to an hour at a time. This is an hourly position with the salary range from $55k-$65k, depending on experience and certifications.

A successful candidate will have proficiency with MS Office applications and strong written/verbal communication skills.

From an environmental and safety perspective, success will be achieved by proactively identifying, controlling, reducing, and eliminating exposures.

From an onboarding and training perspective, success will be measured by maintaining minimal new hire injuries/illnesses and employee engagement.

Essential Functions/Duties:

• Oversee compliance of all safety and environmental programs
• Lead EHS training programs plant-wide, including continuous assessment of EHS training needs for site
• Conduct daily GEMBA walks, daily safety program audits, and daily attendance in pre-shift meetings on a rotating department/area basis to ensure safe working conditions
• Lead EHS orientation & hands-on training program; conduct “safety walk” with new hires on their first day in the plant and around the campus; Maintain contact with new hires throughout their first 45 days
• Maintain accurate and timely training records and safety documentation
• Verify all hands-on training has been completed and updated on the OSHA Refresher report
• Co-lead safety incident investigations with department managers to include root cause analysis; Track, monitor, report plant injuries and illnesses
• Develop, lead, and continuously support the Plant Safety Committee
• Maintain required safety postings and regulatory documentation
• Support Corporate EHS by performing, tracking and reporting all environmental requirements in a timely fashion
• Perform environmental inspections of the site as required to maintain compliance with all environmental rules and regulations
• Provide feedback and reports to Plant Leadership and Corporate contacts
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Minimum Requirements):

• High school diploma or GED required
• One or more years of experience in Environmental, Health & Safety, manufacturing, industrial operations, construction safety, or a related field
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within six months of hire, one of the following certifications:
  • OSHA 30-Hour General Industry (or Construction, as applicable)
  • Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
  • Certified Safety and Health Official (CSHO)
  • OSHA Outreach Trainer certification (if applicable to your environment)
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety practices

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related field
• Three or more years of EHS experience in a manufacturing, distribution, logistics, or industrial environment
• Professional certification such as:
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
  • Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST)
  • Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
  • Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
• Experience managing OSHA compliance programs
• Experience leading safety committees and employee safety training
• Knowledge of environmental regulations, permitting, and waste management requirements
• Experience with behavior-based safety programs and continuous improvement initiatives
• First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor certification

Job Status: Hourly

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7am - 3pm; potential for after hours as needed
Reports to: Director of Operations

Positions Supervised: None

Travel Required: 0%-10%

Job Status: Hourly Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7am - 3pm; potential for after hours as needed
Reports to: Director of Operations Positions Supervised: None Travel Required: 0%-10% Work Environment:Indoors (office and industrial plant) and outdoors in all weather conditions.

Company Description:
Hoover Architectural Solutions (HAS), is a manufacturing plant located in Eastman, GA. HAS is the world's only manufacturer of Reynobond, an Aluminum Composite Material used in the building and construction industry. HAS is part of Hoover Treated Wood Products, with HQ located in Augusta, GA and in business since 1955. HAS offers acomprehensive compensation package that includes competitive wages, a pension retirement plan, medical,dental, life and disability insurance, paid holidays and vacation. HAS requires background checks and drugtesting.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
HAS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants foremployment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion,age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identityor expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement,promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.