Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

WEG Electric Corp. (USA); Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 87,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist to ensure a safe work environment. This role involves conducting safety audits, training employees, and managing compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills, be proactive in identifying hazards, and effectively collaborate with various departments. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement, where your contributions can make a significant impact on employee well-being and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of related experience in EHS roles.
• OSHA-30 Certificate preferred within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily safety audits and inspections.
• Investigate workplace accidents and implement corrective actions.
• Manage and enter OSHA data in management systems.

Skills

OSHA regulations knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

OSHA data management software

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Electric Machinery Company, a Division Of WEG Electric Corp.

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Position: Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Department: Human Resources

Primary Objective Of Position

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring programs to ensure a safe and compliant work environment within Electric Machinery Company. Conducts audits, inspections, identifies hazards, provides safety training, investigating incidents, and ensuring to local, state, and federal regulations. Promotes a proactive safety culture; regular engagement, communication, and engagement activities with all employees.

Major Areas Of Accountability

• Conduct daily safety audits and inspections in the plant; identify potentially unsafe working conditions, hazardous conditions, regulatory deficiencies, and recommends corrective actions to Production Supervisors and Manager, and Human Resources Manager.
• Advise Production Supervisors; safety concerns and implement safety initiatives.
• Collaborate with Production Supervisors and Manager; develop and update safety protocols and procedures providing recommendations for improving safety in the plant and office.
• Investigate workplace accidents, near-misses, and injuries to determine root causes.
• Conduct monthly Safety Committee Meeting; discuss what went wrong and how committee can protect employees from hazards.
• Implement corrective actions to prevent future incidents and manage detailed records.
• Responsible for reviewing, updating safety policies, procedures and regulations.
• Monitors, updates and maintains Safety Data Sheets (SDS); ensure SDS sheets are updated in a timely manner and readily available for all employees to view.
• Manage waste disposal and pollution programs.
• Coordinates emergency response plans and drills.
• Partner with Lean Continuous Improvement Program Manager; on Sustainability Program.
• Manage and enter OSHA data in JJKeller Management Suite and WEG Safety Portal.
• Collaborate with Supervisors on personal protective equipment hazard assessments and recommends products that meet OSHA and ANSI standards as needed.
• Responsible for First-aid Cabinets and AED Machines.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.
  
  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required. High school diploma with 2 – 3 years’ related experienced and/or training may be substituted for educational background.
• OSHA-30 Certificate in General Industry preferred and/or obtain within six (6) months of hire.
• First aid/ CPR/AED certified and/or obtain within six (6) months of hire.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, and MNOSHA regulations.
• Ability to conduct training and meetings.
• Excellent analytical skills to identify and address safety concerns.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Must be able to initiate responsible action; react quickly and calmly in emergencies, and maintain composure under stressful conditions.
• Demonstrate integrity, honesty, and professionalism with confidential information.
• Effective conflict resolution skills to navigate stressful situations, manage relationships while accomplishing tasks.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to multitask in an ever-changing workload.
• Strong computer proficiency with the ability to utilize Microsoft Office suite, and SAP.
• Proficient in using safety equipment and tools.
• Must be flexible to changing work demands, able to work effectively with all levels of employees.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal safety regulations.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in a plant environment; ability to move throughout plant and office.
• Standing; for sustained periods of time.
• Stooping; bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.
• Walking; moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, moving throughout plant and office.
• Ascend and descend stairs daily to reach all areas of in the plant and office.
• Mental acuity; ability to make rational decisions through logic and deductive processes.
• Requires the ability to routinely lift/move up to 50 lbs.
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Strategy/Planning and Information Technology

• Industries

  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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