What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Specialist position at ATC?
Summary
The Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Coordinator supports the implementation and execution of the company’s environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards. This role assists leadership in identifying workplace risks, supporting environmental compliance activities, and promoting a proactive safety culture through partnership with supervisors and employees.
The EHS Coordinator works closely with operations leadership and the EHS Manager to maintain regulatory compliance, conduct inspections, support incident investigations, maintain environmental records, and assist with employee safety training.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The individual must demonstrate strong attention to detail, organizational ability, and the capability to manage multiple compliance and safety initiatives simultaneously.
EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; and four plus years related manufacturing experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and environmental compliance programs is preferred.
Experience supporting environmental compliance programs such as Tier II reporting, stormwater permits (SWPPP), SPCC programs, or hazardous waste management is preferred.
Professional certifications such as ASP (Associate Safety Professional) or GSP (Graduate Safety Practitioner) are preferred.
Bilingual English and Spanish communication skills are strongly preferred to support employee training, communication, and engagement across the workforce.
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business reports, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and training materials. Ability to effectively communicate safety expectations and respond to questions from employees and supervisors.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, proportions, and basic statistical information used in safety metrics and reporting.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and evaluate workplace risks in environments where standardized solutions may not exist. Ability to interpret written, oral, or diagram-based instructions.
Computer Skills
Proficiency with standard business software including Microsoft Office applications. Ability to maintain safety records, environmental documentation, and regulatory compliance records using company systems.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the position.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or operate equipment. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and communicate verbally.
The employee may occasionally be required to climb or balance and may occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those
ATC Drivetrain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO)
The Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Coordinator supports the implementation and execution of the company’s environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards. This role assists leadership in identifying workplace risks, supporting environmental compliance activities, and promoting a proactive safety culture through partnership with supervisors and employees.
The EHS Coordinator works closely with operations leadership and the EHS Manager to maintain regulatory compliance, conduct inspections, support incident investigations, maintain environmental records, and assist with employee safety training.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Conduct routine safety inspections of equipment, production areas, and work practices to identify hazards and ensure compliance with company policies and OSHA regulations.
- Observe work activities and partner with employees and supervisors to ensure proper use of personal protective equipment including safety glasses, hearing protection, respirators, and other required protective equipment.
- Inspect production and facility areas to verify proper placement and maintenance of fire protection equipment, emergency equipment, and first aid supplies.
- Assist in performing or coordinating industrial hygiene monitoring including noise exposure, airborne contaminants, or other occupational health hazards.
- Prepare reports summarizing inspection findings and recommend corrective actions to reduce workplace risks.
- Support review of operational processes to identify potential safety or health hazards and assist in implementing risk reduction measures.
- Maintain Safety Data Sheet (SDS) records and support Hazard Communication (HAZCOM) compliance programs.
- Assist with incident reporting and investigations to determine root causes and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
- Support environmental compliance programs including maintenance of records associated with environmental permits and regulatory requirements.
- Assist with environmental reporting and compliance activities including Tier II chemical inventory reporting, stormwater permit compliance (SWPPP), and SPCC program requirements.
- Assist with hazardous waste management activities in accordance with RCRA requirements including container labeling, storage inspections, and documentation.
- Support the development and delivery of safety training programs to ensure employee awareness of environmental, health, and safety requirements.
- Assist with preparation for regulatory inspections and coordination of responses to regulatory agencies.
- Demonstrate leadership through example by promoting safe work practices and supporting employee engagement in safety initiatives.
- Recommend improvements to processes, equipment, or work practices that may improve safety, environmental performance, and operational efficiency.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The individual must demonstrate strong attention to detail, organizational ability, and the capability to manage multiple compliance and safety initiatives simultaneously.
EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; and four plus years related manufacturing experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and environmental compliance programs is preferred.
Experience supporting environmental compliance programs such as Tier II reporting, stormwater permits (SWPPP), SPCC programs, or hazardous waste management is preferred.
Professional certifications such as ASP (Associate Safety Professional) or GSP (Graduate Safety Practitioner) are preferred.
Bilingual English and Spanish communication skills are strongly preferred to support employee training, communication, and engagement across the workforce.
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business reports, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and training materials. Ability to effectively communicate safety expectations and respond to questions from employees and supervisors.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, proportions, and basic statistical information used in safety metrics and reporting.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and evaluate workplace risks in environments where standardized solutions may not exist. Ability to interpret written, oral, or diagram-based instructions.
Computer Skills
Proficiency with standard business software including Microsoft Office applications. Ability to maintain safety records, environmental documentation, and regulatory compliance records using company systems.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the position.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or operate equipment. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and communicate verbally.
The employee may occasionally be required to climb or balance and may occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those
ATC Drivetrain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO)