Job Title: EHS Technician (Night Shift)
Department: Corporate Management
Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Job Summary
The EHS Technician provides assistance to the EHS Manager in the development of our safety operations and commodity areas such as but not limited to fire, emergency, general safety, and environmental programs policies & procedures governed by federal, state, and local guidelines, regulations and codes with special emphasis in the design of systems, processes, or equipment for control, management, or remediation of water, air, or soil quality.
Responsibilities and Duties (includes but not limited to the following)

• - Support day-to-day EHS operations and process management.
  
  • - Develop and maintain strong communication between all organizations within production operations.
  • - Assist with the implementation and continuous improvement of EHS management system processes.
  • - Assist in designing safe workspaces for employees to follow that minimize job-related hazards
  • - Provide support for EHS programs such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Hazard Communication, Emergency Response, Fall Protection, Respiratory Protection, Hearing Conservation, etc.
  • - Perform all activities in a safe and responsible manner and supporting all EHS requirements, programs, policies and procedures as necessary.
  - The EHS Technician position is primarily night shift must be able to work flexible shifts including swings, nights and /or weekends as business necessity.
  
  • Overtime may be required at times. Emergency call-ins are also a possibility.
  • - Collect data on air emissions to ensure compliance with air regulations.
  • - Performs periodic checks of safety equipment and maintains files of required documentation. Initiates and follows through on issue resolution as needed (i.e. work order submittal and
  • completion tracking)
  • - The use of a respirator will be required in certain instances or tasks.
  • - Participate in various engineering and Industrial Hygiene projects.
  • - Non routine packaging of large quantities (i.e. 55 gallons) of hazardous chemicals for disposal.
  • - May have shared responsibility for medical on-site.
  • - Other duties may be assigned by management, as required.

Qualifications and Skills

• - Exceptional Communication: Including active speaking / listening, reading / writing skills in accordance with standard business practices and decorum; excellent relationship building skills
• - Critical Thinking / Troubleshooting: Using logic and reasoning to identify problems as well as the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusion, or approaches to problems.
• - Details: Must have attention to details for all areas of work, especially in record-keeping and organization of projects; efficient in daily tasks
• - Computer Skills: Basic computer skills, basic understanding of MS Office, and the ability to learn other computer programs
• - Ethical Behavior: Must maintain the highest ethical standards in the conduct of company affairs; must conduct business with integrity and comply with all applicable laws in a manner that
• excludes considerations of personal advantage or gain.

Education & Experience

• - HS diploma or equivalent and some college is required. AS or BS degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Ergonomics, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or Safety-related
• discipline is preferred.
• - Experience within a health and safety role in a private sector or regulatory environment

Required Competencies

• - Ability of using various scientific rules and methods to solve problems
• - Basic knowledge of safety system analysis
• - Ability to influence and communicate effectively with Supervisors and Associates
• - Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines

• - Well organized with meticulous attention to detail
• - Expert time management skills
• - Teamwork Orientation

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• - While performing the duties of this job, the EHS Technician is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work
• environment can be loud.
• - Required to climb, balance, bend, squat, reach, grasp, and hand dexterity. The EHS Technician must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this
• job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• - This position may work with hazardous materials where personal protective equipment (PPE) is necessary and specific procedures must be followed to adhere to safety regulations.

Travel
- There is little travel expected with this position.
Hankook & Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, Hankook & Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. All job functions are subject to modification.