Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator

ZipRecruiter; Newberry (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented professional to spearhead Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs. This role involves leading safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with OSHA and DHEC regulations, and maintaining ISO 14001:2015 certification. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and have at least three years of experience in safety or environmental roles, particularly in industrial settings. Join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will contribute to creating a safer workplace and promoting environmental sustainability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, safety, or engineering required.
• 3+ years of experience in safety or environmental work, especially in industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety meetings and check for workplace safety issues.
• Implement EHS audits and investigate workplace incidents.
• Maintain compliance with safety laws and regulations.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

DHEC understanding

Root-cause analysis

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science

Bachelor’s degree in Safety

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Summary:

We are looking for a responsible and detail-oriented individual to lead our Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs. The ideal candidate will have knowledge and understanding about OSHA, DHEC, and other safety and environmental agencies.

Key Responsibilities:

· Organize and lead regular safety meetings with plant employees.

· Check the workplace for safety issues and correct them.

· Implement EHS audit regarding comprehensive environmental, health and safety issues.

· Investigate workplace incident/accidents using root-cause analysis reporting.

· Work with external agencies and inspectors on corrective and preventative actions.

· Keep track of injury reports and OSHA 300 Logs.

· Make sure Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are up to date for all materials.

· Answer survey requests from OSHA, DHEC, and company headquarters.

· Report on the status of hazardous chemicals and toxic releases to the appropriate federal agencies.

· Stay on top of safety and environmental laws and make sure they are followed.

· Renew and maintain air and storm water permits through DHEC.

· Follow up EHS contractor’s activities in regard to sampling, monitoring, and analysis reporting.

· Acquire and maintain ISO 14001:2015 certification.

What You Need:

· Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Safety, Engineering, or a similar field.

· At least 3 years of experience in safety or environmental work, especially in a factory or industrial setting.

· Good understanding of OSHA, DHEC, and other safety rules.

· Strong communication and leadership skills.

· Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office