Senior Environmental Health Safety Specialist

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist III is responsible for the support of day-to-day environmental, health and safety functions at multiple sites. This position supports the facility EHS program to maintain a safe and healthy work environment, monitoring the facility and processes for adherence to OSHA, EPA, Wisconsin DNR, DOT, and other local regulations and guidelines. Additionally, this role is responsible for conducting environmental monitoring and reporting, providing assistance with environmental permit applications, and assisting with internal EHS audits. This position works closely with cross-functional teams throughout the facility and leads the pursuit of zero incidents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Regulatory Compliance Monitoring and Reporting
• Serve as an internal auditor for multi-site EHS activities;
• As an EHS SME, lead regional training efforts for EHS related activities;
• Supporting Strategic Initiatives
• Act as the Corporate champion for the EHS Drive to Zero programs;
• Serve as SME for EHS for multiple sites.
• Worksite Analysis
• Work with cross-functional teams for new project and process development;
• All of the above mentioned duties with a multi-site scope.
• Hazard Prevention and Control
• Lead and coach incident investigations to determine root cause and preventative actions.
• Act as multi-site SME supporting facility EHS Specialists with hazard assessments.
• Lead emergency action plan programs.
• Minimize waste by driving initiatives surrounding reduction, recycling and supply chain partnerships;
• Act as SAP Super User within functional area as assigned;
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience;
• 5 years of experience implementing occupational safety and environmental programs;
• 3 years of experience working in a multi-site manufacturing or industrial environment;

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in occupational safety , engineering or science related;
• Experience within a corporate safety role in a manufacturing company;
• Implementation experience with safety related programs (ISO, VPP, etc.);
• Previous experience using SAP or equivalent ERP.
• CHMM, CSP, CIH, PE or equivalent Certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated understanding of OSHA, EPA, WDNR, DOT and local regulations;
• Proven knowledge of safety equipment and standards;
• Demonstrated ability to influence management, teams and individuals across multiple functions within the organization;
• Excellent working knowledge of ergonomic analysis tools;
• Excellent working knowledge of emergency action planning;
• Proven track record of successfully managing shifting deadlines and priorities in a fast paced environment;
• Effective verbal and written communication skills;
• Advanced understanding of OSHA, EPA, WDNR, DOT and local regulations;
• Financial and analytical skills to model and quantify impacts of projects;
• Ability to coach and mentor.

To formally apply to this position click here: https://generac.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/details/Senior-Enviromental-Health---Safety-Specialist_JR10229?q=ehs specialist . You will not be considered an applicant until you complete online application.

Great Reasons to work for Generac:

• Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
• Many employee activities
• Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers
• Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators
• We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.
• Every day is Jeans Day! Dress for your day.
• Product loan and discount programs

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."