What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS Coordinator - SC position at Arthrex?
Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. Arthrex Manufacturing Inc. is actively searching for an Environmental, Health & Safety Coordinator at the Pendleton, SC location. The successful candidate will identify safety improvement opportunities, evaluate existing programs, and assist in the development and implementation of control methods to reduce the frequency and severity of workplace accidents. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™.
Main Objective:
Support all areas of the Arthrex Environmental, Health and Safety Program. The EHS Coordinator provides technical and operational support under the guidance of more senior staff. The Coordinator identifies safety improvement opportunities, evaluates existing programs, and assists in the development and implementation of control methods to reduce the frequency and severity of workplace accidents.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform frequent inspections to ensure compliance with internal policies and associated standards such as OSHA, ANSI & NFPA.
- Present training programs to personnel related to new employee orientation, accident prevention, and workplace safety.
- Perform timely incident investigations involving personal injury and property damage.
- Involvement in the creation and maintenance of company safety teams.
- Develop equipment and job specific hazard analysis.
- Establish equipment-specific identification placards for machines.
- Perform periodic air, noise and associated industrial hygiene surveys.
- Administer the Hearing Conservation Program
- Assist in maintaining hazardous material storage areas and environmental compliance.
- Must have flexible hours with occasional evening and weekend work.
- Must be willing and capable of providing first aid care to others.
- Travel occasionally both locally and abroad as necessary.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in occupational safety, health, or closely related field required
- 2 years of direct professional experience in Occupational Safety, Health, or EHS required
Knowledge and Skill Requirements/ Specialized Courses and/or Training:
- Knowledge of State and Federal laws pertaining to workplace safety and health.
- Has the knowledge and skills necessary to interpret regulations, permits, and other technical data.
- Knowledge to effectively impact incidents through the application of fundamental injury prevention strategies.
- Able to attend off-site training courses as necessary.
- Must obtain First Aid, CPR and AED certification.
- Works in a timely, organized manner, prioritizing workload and assignments
Arthrex Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Company-Provided Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
- Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Annual Bonus
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Free Onsite Medical Clinics
- Free Onsite Lunch
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Trip of a Lifetime
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off
- Volunteer PTO
- Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)
Making People Better at Arthrex