Safety, Environmental, and Health Coordinator

Topy-America; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Company paid life and disability ins.

Job summary

TOPY America is seeking a Safety, Environmental and Health Coordinator in Frankfort, KY. The role supports safety, environmental and health management systems for operations in Frankfort and other sites such as Chicago, Nashville, and Salt Lake City.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Occupational Health/Safety or 3–5 years in safety/environmental roles in manufacturing, with duties including training, program development, and regulatory compliance. Competitive benefits and full-time hours.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of OSHA and EPA requirements.
• Experience testing personnel for required OSHA/compliance; ability to promote improvement through diplomacy and teamwork.
• Preferred: Waste Water Treatment knowledge or related license (Waste Treatment Operator’s License).

Responsibilities

• Analyze facility compliance and maintain necessary documentation.
• Assist in development of plant programs for safety, environmental and health.
• Devise safety training programs to elevate awareness.
• Assist in supervising Waste Water Department activities and utility conservation.
• Communicate with associates, physicians and insurers regarding Workers Compensation issues.
• Certify forklift and crane operators.
• Monitor PPE requirements and utilities usage.
• Support corporate Hazardous Waste Management program under guidance of SEH Manager.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

EPA knowledge

Teamwork

Diplomacy

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health, Safety, or related field

3–5 years experience in Safety & Environmental in manufacturing

Job description

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Safety, Environmental, and Health Coordinator

Full Time Frankfort, KY, US

Salary Range: $50,000.00 To $60,000.00 Annually

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Manager for Safety, Environmental and Health, the S.E.H coordinator position is responsible for assisting in the overall Safety, Environmental and Health management systems for TOPY America. This position is based in Frankfort, Kentucky, however; the coordinator is responsible for supporting Safety, Environmental and Health improvements and compliance for operations/facilities in Frankfort, KY, Chicago, Nashville, and Salt Lake City.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• 1.Analyze all facilities compliance and monitor/maintain/complete necessary documentation.
• 2.Assist in the development of plant programs to promote and maintain the safety, environmental and health programs.
• 3.Devise methods of Safety Training programs that elevate Safety consciousness and awareness for all Associates and Staff.
• 4.Implement and measure the effectiveness of these programs for continuous improvement.
• 5.Assist in the supervision and monitoring the activities of the Waste Water Department and Staff.
• 6.Assist in efforts to maximize plant utility conservation.
• 7.Analyze all new equipment and systems to understand their impact on Safety and verify/approve for operation.
• 8.Communicate with associates, physicians and insurance carriers regarding Workers Compensation issues.
• 9.Certify Associate’s use of forklifts and cranes.
• 10.Analyze present and future PPE requirements and needs of the Company.
• 11.Monitor utility usage, including water, gas and electric.
• 12.Assists in monitoring the corporate Hazardous Waste Management program under the guidance of the S.E.H. Manager.
• 13.Other job-related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• 1.Knowledge of OSHA and EPA requirements and the ability to interact with these agencies.
• 3.Experience with testing of personnel regarding required OSHA and other compliance requirements. Ability to cultivate goodwill and use diplomacy, teamwork, and effective interaction skills to promote improvement and buy-in for Safety and Environmental programs both internally and externally.
• 4.Preferred: Experience operating a waste water treatment facility or knowledge of chemicals or additives. Waste Treatment Operator’s License.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

The position does not have any direct reports.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Professional office environment
• Routinely uses standard office equipment (i.e., computers, phones, copiers, filing cabinets, fax machines)
• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• Occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions both indoors and outdoors
• Frequently exposed to hot, wet, and/or humid conditions
• Often exposed to fumes or airborne particles
• Routinely exposed to oil and other petroleum products.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk moderate distances, and use hands and fingers.
• Handle or feel objects
• Regularly required to twist, bend, or stretch at the hips, waist, shoulders, back, and neck.
• Ability to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Ability to reach above and below shoulder height with hands and arms.
• Ability to climb stairs or ladders.
• Prolonged periods of sitting.
• Frequently communicate with operators/team members safely.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

TRAVEL

This position does not travel.

EDUCATION

• 1.Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health, Safety, or related field
• OR
• 2. 3- 5 years’ experience in the Safety & Environmental functions/aspects in a manufacturing facility

BENEFITS

• 1. PTO
• 4. Company paid life and disability insurance