EHS Engineer - Independence, KS

JOB SUMMARY:
Design, advise and assist with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) programs and policies while interacting with employees in multiple areas of manufacturing of Textron Aviation aircraft.

JOB RESPONISIBILITIES:
    Design and assist with implementation of general safety and environmental policies and procedures to be followed in compliance with corporate policies and local, state, and federal EPA and OSHA rules and regulations.
    Attend Textron Corporate/Textron Aviation EHS meetings/seminars to stay abreast of policies and procedures and transmits this information to leadership. 
    Research and find solutions for safety upgrades and challenges for environmental and health and safety issues.
    Assist/lead multifunctional teams in implementing EHS practices throughout the organization to build a positive culture.
    Respond to EHS concerns presented by management, supervision, and employees, and communicate possible solutions based on best practice principles. 
    Assist with incident investigations on injuries or illnesses and provide recommendations to prevent recurrences, using the root cause analysis method.
    Be aware of basic Ergonomic principles and be willing to lead preliminary ergonomic Injury investigations and perform Ergonomic reviews by understanding the employee's tasks and risks.
    Provide positive coaching to employees including developing and conducting effective safety training.
    Provide technical knowledge and support on Environmental, Health and Safety issues
    Participate in community or industry EHS groups and programs.
    Perform other related duties as required by supervisor.
    Maintain and promote Textron/OSHA/EPA/DOT policies:
o    Interact professionally and courteously with regulatory bodies
o    Oversee Industrial Hygiene programs
o    Guide/communicate with external contactor activities
    Assist Textron Aviation in compliance with: federal, state and local environmental laws.
    Maintain all EHS related permits.
    Write environmental reports regarding water, air, and hazardous waste.
    Coordinate shipments of hazardous wastes according to legal standards.
    Submit injury information in corporate database.
    Participate in the research, development and presentation of a variety of training programs. 
    Join in the development and compiling of training manuals and other training aids, and obtain equipment, training videos, and other materials for instructional purposes. 

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: 
    Bachelor's Degree required in:
o    Environmental Health and Safety
o    Health Services Management
o    Medical Administration
o    Other related fields
    Relevant experience would include: Environmental Compliance, Safety, Health Management, Engineering, Workers Compensation Management and Leadership.
    Minimum 2 years of relative experience required

QUALIFICATIONS:
    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
    Quickly grasps new concepts when faced with unfamiliar tasks 
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
    Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma desired 
    Computer proficient 
    Basic understanding of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations