What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS Specialist position at OTICS USA and Careers?
EHS Specialist develops, plans, directs and implements the organization safety and environmental programs to ensure safe, healthy, and accident free workplace.
Essential job duties
- Develop, plan and implement safety policies and procedures in compliance local, state, and federal rules and regulations.
- Responsible for ISO 14001 Environmental Standard Programs, policies, and documentation
- Development of safety and environmental training material and training for all employees including managers
- Lead accident investigation ensuring all documentation completed in a timely manner
- Management of worker compensation claims
- Maintaining facilities safety and environmental signage
- Responsible for participating in the company’s 5s program
- Provides informative, signs, posters, barrier and other materials
- Represents the organization in community or industry safety groups and programs
- To warn of potential and actual safety hazards and to prevent access to hazardous condition
- Perform all other duties as assigned
Knowledge, skills & Abilities
- Communicate effectively with others using both oral or written communication skills
- Function with a team environment
- Knowledge of OSHA/TOSHA and EPA standards
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Experience in workplace accident prevention and investigation
- Detail-orientated
- Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information
Personal characteristics
- Strong safety mindset
- Self-motivated
- Organized
- Confidential
- Ability to handle stress
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Morristown, TN 37813 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Morristown, TN 37813: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person