EHS COORDINATOR - 2ND SHIFT

Jefferson Industries Corporation; West Jefferson (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Holiday Pay

Shutdown Pay

Bi-annual Team Achievement Bonus

Annual Profit Share Bonus

Paid vacation

Medical plans

Job summary

Jefferson Industries Corporation is seeking an EHS Coordinator to join the team on 2nd Shift (Mon-Fri 2:00pm–10:30pm). The role supports safety, health, quality, cost and delivery goals for Jefferson Industries Corp.

The candidate will create and manage safety programs, lead training, manage workers’ compensation, maintain OSHA records and coordinate with Safety Committee to improve site safety and environmental practices.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• OSHA 10-hour training completed; OSHA 30-hour preferred.
• Experience applying safety themes in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage safety programs in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Lead safety training and ergonomics programs for associates and contractors.
• Manage workers' compensation claims and OSHA record-keeping.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Time management

MS Office

Education

B.S. degree in a related field

OSHA 10-hour training

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Summary

We are actively seeking an EHS Coordinator to join our team on 2nd Shift (core schedule, Monday through Friday 2:00pm to 10:30pm). The role supports safety, health, quality, cost and delivery goals for Jefferson Industries Corp.

Responsibilities

Safety

• Create and manage safety programs in compliance with regulatory requirements, to ensure safe working conditions for all associates and contractors.
• Monitor work practices throughout the company to ensure associates follow safety practices and policies.
• Develop and deliver safety training and ergonomics programs.
• Manage workers’ compensation claims and compliance.
• Maintain OSHA record‑keeping, inspections and compliance.
• Maintain first‑aid supplies and internal safety permit programs (e.g., hot work).
• Ensure safety‑training records are maintained and up to date.
• Stay aware of new and changing safety regulations and apply them to company operations.
• Lead Safety Committee activities and attend safety council meetings as needed.

Quality

• Coordinate root‑cause analysis for post‑incident investigations.
• Apply PDCA cycle problem‑resolution techniques to sustain safety practices.
• Cooperate fully and accurately with third‑party regulatory safety investigations.
• Perform safety risk assessments as required.

Cost

• Analyze safety incident records to prevent recurring incidents and minimize workers’ compensation costs.
• Assist with the development of risk management and EHS department budget and costs.
• Support workers’ compensation claims and resolutions (e.g., attending hearings, providing supporting documentation, cooperating with third‑party administrator investigations).

Delivery

• Track and coordinate the investigation and counter‑measures for safety incidents.
• Ensure new‑hire safety training is performed and effective.
• Develop and manage periodic safety and environmental content and coordinate with training functions (Lockout, Hazcom, Confined Space, Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV), Emergency Preparedness, Environmental Awareness, etc.).
• Manage Safety Data Sheets (SDS).

Management

• Administer first responder and first‑aid programs, participate and perform training.
• Implement EHS objectives in partnership with the team.
• Co‑EMR for ISO14001 program.
• Seek new assignments, propose improved work methods, and drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain confidentiality and share information on a “need‑to‑know” basis.
• Direct EHS Coordinator activities as delegated by the EHS Manager.
• Participate in the business plan process.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Interpersonal skills to communicate with associates, management, other department managers and senior management.
• Strong leadership to provide direction and motivation to team members.
• Problem‑solving skills to quickly assess situations and identify solutions.
• Time‑management skills to develop task lists and ensure on‑time implementation.
• Computer skills with basic Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); ability to prepare reports and presentations.

Education and Experience

• B.S. degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Relevant experience with safety themes applicable to a manufacturing environment.
• Completion of OSHA 10‑hour training (OSHA 30‑hour training sought).
• Ability to read, comprehend, and professionally present instructions, correspondence, and memos.
• Proficiency with basic arithmetic and rate, ratio, percent calculations.

Benefits & Compensation

• Weekly Pay
• Holiday Pay (Summer around July4th; Winter around Christmas/NewYear's)
• Shutdown Pay
• Bi‑annual Team Achievement Bonus
• Annual Profit Share Bonus
• Paid vacation
• Three (3) medical plans to allow flexibility in coverage selection.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care)
• Free Dental & vision (requires enrollment in medical benefit)
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity, Group Accident, Critical Illness coverage
• Company‑paid Short‑term Disability
• Company‑paid Long‑term Disability (basic life & AD&D; additional coverage for spouse and child)
• 401(k) Retirement – Traditional and Roth contributions, company match, profit‑share funding 100% of eligible earnings each quarter.
• Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Safety Equipment Reimbursement (safety boots & prescription safety glasses)
• Company‑paid uniforms, including laundering
• Tickets@Work web‑based discount program (hotels, car rental, tickets, etc.)