Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator - Metals Division

East Penn Manufacturing - Deka Batteries; Lyons (Berks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health insurance

Retirement Savings Plan with match

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee assistance program

Fitness Discounts

Job summary

East Penn Manufacturing - Deka Batteries is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. The role includes conducting EHS audits, training staff, and facilitating safety initiatives. Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in manufacturing or distribution. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive health insurance, and great benefits including retirement plans and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of relevant experience supporting a manufacturing or distribution business is preferred.
• Proficient knowledge of technology and equipment used in environmental inspections.
• Ability to lead and coordinate multiple priority projects concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct EHS audits and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct inspections of facilities and draft inspection reports.
• Assist in maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations.

Skills

Environmental health and safety regulations

EHS audits and corrective action

Accident Investigation and Preventive Actions

Hazard Communication

Strong critical thinking skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Get to know East Penn!

East Penn is a stable, essential employer, and has been voted one of the Best Places to Work in PA for 21 years!

At East Penn, our employees are our culture; our employees will always be the heart of the company. We are a private, family‑owned enterprise committed to cultivating an atmosphere that honors the contributions of everyone. We want our employees to have long‑term careers, and many do. More than 38% of our workforce has over a decade of service. Our open‑door management policy, comprehensive benefits package, employee appreciation and recognition events, and career advancement opportunities are just some of the ways we show our employees how incredibly valued they are.

Our hiring process may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help in the initial review of applications by identifying candidates whose qualifications best match job requirements. These tools do not make hiring decisions. All final hiring decisions regarding interviews and employment are made by our employee recruiting and hiring teams.

East Penn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EOE/VEVRAA

Overview

East Penn is currently seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator who will be responsible for the day‑to‑day responsibilities related to environmental, health and safety operations associated with the Metals Division. The EHS Coordinator will work closely with the Corporate Environmental Health & Safety staff and facility personnel to achieve/maintain regulatory compliance and achieve/maintain corporate EHS programs.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

• EHS Training (Examples: Forklift, LO/TO, Confined Space)
• Conducts EHS Audits and corrective actions
• Assist in Facility Asset Protection
• Assist in Hazard Communication (SDS, Labels)
• Accident Investigation and Preventive Actions
• Chemical Exposure control (Lead, Arsenic, Cadmium, Sulfuric Acid, Ammonia)
• Assists with Process Safety Management and Risk Management programs
• Ergonomic evaluation and suggested controls
• Assist in Solid Waste Management
• Assist in Air Quality Permit Compliance
• CEM support
• PM support
• Assist in Water Quality/Storm Water Management
• Working knowledge of the EHS policies, programs and associated operating manuals
• Works closely with facility management to maintain a positive working environment and identify and address employee concerns in a timely manner
• Participates in administrative staff meetings
• Conducts inspections (scheduled and un‑scheduled) of facilities, drafts inspection reports to document inspection findings (Examples: Hand hygiene checks, PPE audits, etc.)
• Maintains EHS system records and compiles necessary reports
• Assist in maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations
• Works with management and others on the investigation of incidents, including "near‑misses" to identify root causes and the appropriate management/mitigation of hazards
• Maintains proper instrument calibration and operation; examines equipment and assesses the general condition, state of repair, level of maintenance and compliance with applicable environmental regulations, as required
• Collaborates with maintenance and production to coordinate and schedule onsite work done by vendors/contractors, as required
• Acts as liaison with contractors and consultants
• Actively participates in planning, development and execution of project plans, schedules and tasks for assigned projects
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Experience & Qualifications: 2 to 4 relevant experience supporting a manufacturing or distribution business is preferred.

Education/Certification Bachelor’s degree in related field, preferred; equivalent level of education, training and experience may be considered.

Skills & Competencies Proficient knowledge and understanding of environmental health and safety regulations and policies (i.e., EHS audits and corrective action, Facility Asset Protection, Hazard Communication, Accident Investigation and Preventive Actions, Ergonomics, Air/Water Quality Management and Compliance) Demonstrated experience and expertise in core environmental health & safety areas Proficient knowledge of technology and equipment used in environmental inspections Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing including presentation abilities Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills with the ability to analyze problems and formulate alternative/creative solutions to problems Adept in multi-tasking, prioritizing and managing time effectively Excellent attention to detail and accuracy; can effectively listen and give details accurately Exceptional interpersonal skills; a team player with proven ability to work across functional areas and all levels of the organization Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) Open to coaching with the ability to apply feedback Ability to lead and coordinate multiple priority projects concurrently

East Penn Benefits

East Penn offers excellent benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Group health insurance that includes high quality medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage with a low employee premium
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match and a 3% employer contribution
• 9 paid company holidays, 2 paid personal holidays, and paid vacation days annually
• Employee assistance program
• Fitness Discounts
• Promotional opportunities