Onsite EHS Lead: Safety & Compliance Champion

Owens Corning; Stanley (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Owens Corning is looking for an EHS Coordinator for their Stanley, VA facility. This role involves driving workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and environmental stewardship in a manufacturing setting. Responsibilities include leading safety initiatives, conducting training, and managing compliance records. The ideal candidate will have EHS experience and strong organizational skills. A degree in a related field and safety certifications are preferred. This is an onsite position requiring flexibility across multiple shifts.

Qualifications

• EHS experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Training facilitation or team leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive injury-free and incident-free workplace through visible floor presence.
• Support regulatory compliance and risk reduction.
• Lead incident investigations using root cause analysis.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA standards and conduct audits.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Associate degree or bachelor's degree preferred

Safety certifications such as OSHA 30

Job description

EHS Coordinator

Location(s):

Stanley, VA, US, 22851

Function:

Envir, Health and Safety

Audience:

Experienced Professional

Work Arrangement:

On Site

Requisition ID:

68800

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator serves as an extension of site leadership within an industrial manufacturing environment. This hands-on, onsite role is responsible for driving an injury-free and incident-free workplace through visible floor presence, effective coaching, disciplined execution of EHS management systems, and employee engagement.

The EHS Coordinator supports regulatory compliance, Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) risk reduction, Human Performance Improvement (HPI), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and environmental stewardship. The role partners closely with operations, maintenance, and leadership teams to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate workplace risk.

This position requires daily engagement in the production environment and flexibility to support multiple shifts, including off-shifts as operational needs require.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership & Engagement

• Lead by example in all aspects of Environmental, Health & Safety while reinforcing Owens Corning's safety-first culture.


• Maintain regular onsite presence in an industrial manufacturing environment supporting 24-hour operations.


• Coach supervisors and employees through floor engagement, safety observations, and proactive risk-based discussions.


• Support site EHS goals and initiatives; act as a delegated decision-maker in the absence of the EHS Leader as required.


• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).


• Coordinate EHS vendors, contractor activities, and procurement of EHS-related supplies and services.


• Deliver effective EHS training for Roofing & Asphalt employees.
  

Safety & Risk Management

• Maintain compliance with OSHA General Industry standards through audits, inspections, training, and corrective action tracking.


• Lead Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) prevention programs, including:
  Lock/Tag/Try (LTT)
  Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIV)
  Machine Guarding
  Confined Space
  Working at Heights
  Electrical Safety
  Hot Work


• Serve as the site subject matter expert for hazardous energy control and Lock/Tag/Try programs.


• Lead incident, injury, and near-miss investigations using root cause analysis methodologies.


• Integrate Human Performance Improvement (HPI) principles into daily coaching and training.


• Facilitate Safety Committee meetings and manage LMS safety training records.
  

Environmental Compliance

• Support environmental permits and regulatory reporting related to air, water, stormwater, and spill prevention.


• Maintain environmental compliance calendars, records, and required documentation.


• Manage waste streams, recycling programs, and environmental service vendors.


• Maintain Hazard Communication (GHS) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) programs.
  

Occupational Health

• Support industrial hygiene monitoring and exposure assessments.


• Support hearing conservation and chemical exposure control programs.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across functions.


• Manufacturing or industrial EHS experience preferred.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Associate degree or bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.


• Prior training facilitation or team leadership experience preferred.


• Safety certifications such as OSHA 30, CHST, ASP, or CSP preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Complete all annual safety and role specific training, as required by this position


• Must pass all required assessments

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages - including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position - to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.

Nearest Major Market: Harrisonburg

Nearest Secondary Market: Virginia