Environmental Health Safety Specialist

DAP; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Pension

Paid parental leave

Health insurance

Job summary

DAP is seeking an EH&S Specialist for its Dallas facility (75%) and Garland DC (25%). You will develop and implement plant safety directives in collaboration with Legal, HR and Operations, and oversee compliance obligations across sites.

You will lead safety programs, assist with inspections and investigations, coordinate incident reporting, and support training materials. Some travel to other facilities is expected as part of the role.

Qualifications

• EHS degree preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental health & safety or similar field.
• 3–5 years’ experience.
• Computer software familiarity.
• Working knowledge of state and federal regulations.
• Certified Safety Professional preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, communicate and assist in the development of health and safety compliance directives.
• Monitor regulatory developments and advise plant leadership on compliance issues.
• Provide leadership to plant personnel to fulfill health/safety obligations.
• Ensure reporting and record-keeping per OSHA and insurer requirements.
• Keep accurate records of emissions calculations and monthly/quarterly/yearly reporting; assist with inspections and investigations.
• Some travel to assist other facilities as part of the role.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Safety leadership

Incident analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental health & safety or similar field

EHS Degree preferred

Job description

The EH&S Specialist job functions include but not limited to implementation and maintenance of environment, health, and safety programs at DAP’s Dallas Facility (75%) and DAP’s Garland DC (25%). Key responsibilities include, identifying, developing and implementing plant safety directives in conjunction with Legal, HR and Operations departments. Assist facilities with; safety & environmental compliance obligations, develop and manage implementation of directives, coordination of worker’s compensation objectives, audit and assist in correction of all deficiencies of facilities for adherence to compliance objectives and directives, all site compliance activities, assist with facility required inspections and investigations, some travel will be required to assist other facilities will be required.

Responsibilities

Identify and Communicate Compliance Obligations

Monitor regulatory developments in environment/health/safety area for new/revised compliance obligations, areas of potential risk/liability, and advise plant leadership regarding these issues. Assist with development of health/safety compliance strategies in conjunction with corporate directives. Develop/distribute plain language health/safety compliance requirement directives to plant management in conjunction with the above group. Network with industry peers, via participation in trade associations and seminars.

Act in a Leadership Role with Plant Personnel in Fulfilling Health/Safety Compliance Obligations

Provide direction, review and oversee all safety systems. Identify, communicate and assist in the development of Best Practices for injury prevention. Ensure reporting/record-keeping is complete, accurate and timely per OSHA and state agency requirements, insurer’s requirements and DAP mandated requirements. Prepare and/or approve employee training materials on health/safety, conduct training where plant resources are inadequate, or where centralized training responsibility is appropriate.

Ensure Adherence to Safety Compliance Obligations and Directives

Conduct monthly issue review sessions with Corporate EH&S and Plant Managers to assure facility stay in compliance and maintain safety performance objectives.

Conduct and Manage Incident Analysis Program

Lead, assist and maintain incident reporting procedures to DAP Corporate and RPM. Evaluate trends in incidents. Recommend corrective actions to minimize/eliminate undesirable trends. Incorporate accident prevention programs into safety directive.

Keep accurate records on plant emission calculations to maintain monthly, quarterly, and yearly reporting submission requirements. Assure plants stay in compliance with required external and internal reporting requirements. Working knowledge of TRI, Tier II, SPCC and SWPPP is requested.

Requirements:

• EHS Degree preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental health & safety or similar field.
• 3 – 5 years’ experience.
• Computer software familiarity.
• Working knowledge of state and federal regulations.
• Experience in research skills.
• Certified Safety Professional preferred.

About DAP

DAP is a market leading manufacturer, innovator and marketer of home repair and construction products including caulks, sealants, spray foam insulation, adhesives, and patch and repair products. DAP is part of RPM International Inc., a $6.1 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services.

You will find DAP products in the hands of professional painters, remodelers, builders, and do-it-yourselfers, and in 60,000 retail outlets, ranging from home centers and mass merchandisers to your local hardware, pro contractor channels and paint stores. DAP's eight manufacturing and distribution facilities in the United States of America and Canada service North America and the world.

At DAP, we hire the best people and give them a collaborative and rewarding work environment that empowers them to succeed! We support associates in continuous professional growth and collaborate on the steps it takes to get to the next level in their careers. Our associates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, pension, paid parental leave, competitive health insurance rates, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, free wellness programs and more! Learn more about DAP’s history, culture and benefits at www.dap.com/careers/