EHS Specialist

KYOCERA AVX Greenville LLC; Fountain Inn (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KYOCERA AVX Greenville LLC is seeking an Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist to ensure regulatory compliance across the manufacturing site and to manage the document control system supporting ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 requirements.

The role emphasizes leading safety and environmental teams, implementing action plans, and maintaining current knowledge of evolving regulations. Strong communication and auditing experience are essential for success.

Qualifications

• BS Degree with at least 1 year of related experience in a manufacturing setting.
• RCRA, DOT, OSHA training preferred.
• Ability to prioritize, manage time, multi-task and troubleshoot.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and EHS internal auditing.
• Ensure site compliance with state, local and federal EHS regulations.
• Lead and participate on site safety/environmental teams.
• Lead efforts to create and sustain a safe, healthy working environment.
• Stay current in changing environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Manage key EHS projects and programs.
• Follow up on site incidents and ensure action items are completed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Multi-tasking

Strong communication

Self-directed

Education

BS Degree in EHS or related field

Tools

Document Control System

Auditing tools

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The primary focus for this position is to ensure that the manufacturing facility complies with all applicable environmental, health and safety regulations. Manage and coordinate the operation of the document control system to ensure the functionality meets the EHS regulations, ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and EHS internal auditing.


• Ensure site compliance with state, local and federal EHS regulations along with ISO 14001.


• Lead and participate on site safety/environmental teams.


• Lead efforts to create and sustain a safe, healthy and organized working environment for all areas of the facility.


• Remain current in changing environmental, health, and safety regulations.


• Manage key EHS projects and programs.


• Provide thorough and timely follow-up to site incidents and insure appropriate action item completion.


• Assist facilities management in development and implementation of the EHS action plan.


• Follow proper procedures regarding safety, chemical and hazardous waste handling.


• Prepare and conduct safety and environmental training programs and ensure proper records are kept.


• Assist process of problem solving.


• Drives administrative controls to eliminate hazards in the facility to create a zero incident workplace.


• Lead Continuous improvement opportunities either in work practices or work conditions.


• Conducts hazard and safety assessments and prepare appropriate documentation.


• Communicates and reports on all aspects of plant environmental, safety and health issues.


• Interact with KYOCERA AVX Management, legal, and regulatory agencies as needed relating to environment, health, and safety.


• May handle hazardous waste


• Performs other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

• BS Degree is required with a 1 year minimum related experience at a manufacturing facility.


• RCRA, DOT, OSHA, First Aid/CPR training preferred.Ability to prioritize, manage time well, multi-task and troubleshoot.


• Must be a self-directed, detail-oriented, manage confidential information and be able to work independently, while being highly-motivated.


• Ability to stay focused in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment, and carryout tasks in a timely and accurate manner.


• Ability to effectively communicate ideas and knowledge to appropriate levels of the organization, both verbally and in writing.


• Knowledge of Document Control fundamentals and manage Document Control System.


• Knowledge of environmental, health, and safety regulations.

EEO Statement:

• Kyocera-AVX is an Equal Opportunity Employer:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.