What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS Coordinator position at Owens Corning?
Hourly Rate: $30 - $40
Summary
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all Owens Corning employees are expected to conform to the following:
Rockford Overview
The Owens Corning Rockford IL is a premier manufacturing facility that manufactures extruded polystyrene foam board insulation for primary use in the construction industry.
The Employee Should Hold The Following Abilities
The employee should have the following:
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com .
Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.
Summary
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all Owens Corning employees are expected to conform to the following:
- Perform quality work with or without direct supervision.
- Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
- Interact professionally with other employees, suppliers, and customers.
- Perform tasks and duties with a mind toward safety for not only yourself but also those around you.
Rockford Overview
The Owens Corning Rockford IL is a premier manufacturing facility that manufactures extruded polystyrene foam board insulation for primary use in the construction industry.
- Non-union plant employing about 70 employees across 4 shifts; Maintenance team consists of 10 employees.
- We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all, while also meeting our obligations to preserve the environment
- We proudly support our local community with fundraisers, activities, and group donations
- Uses knowledge of plant operations, specific safety issues, regulations and Corporate practices to implement improvements to safety in the plant
- Leads and participates in safety and environmental teams and programs as established within the plant to ensure gap closure.
- Acts as a resource and ensures employee’s ability to work safely and provides leadership during emergencies and special projects
- Support with learning from incident investigation to ensure on time gap closure
- Monitors, follows up and ensures completion of corrective actions for entries into the Incident Reporting System
- Maintains existing safety programs, systems, processes and documentation
- Maintains effective record keeping for all aspects of EH&S
- Conducts safety and environmental audits and trend analysis, ensuring all parameters are understood
- Conducts incident and near miss investigations with the assistance of the Plant EHS Lead
- Provides EH&S training facilitation and ensure method/procedure adherence
- Coordinates and communicates EHS issues with any plant personnel and can perform safety equipment inspections and initiates repair processes as needed
- Ensures safety standards and regulations are being met and followed
- Ensures environmental standards and regulations are being met and followed
- Train-the-Trainer qualified in job specific areas as necessary to (forklift trainer, HRC, Lock/Tag/Try, etc.)
- Lead and drive EHS initiatives within the pillar and expansion areas
- Work cross-functionally with Operations & Maintenance teams to reduce risk within the plant
- Promotes the well-being of an injury-free life for all employees
- Complies with all plant rules, safety regulations and maintains a clean and orderly work area
- Complies with attendance policies
- Performs all other duties related to this position as assigned or needed
- Conducts environmental permit inspections to assist in maintaining all permit compliance
- Leads the plant inspection process and ensures all compliance inspections are performed on time
The Employee Should Hold The Following Abilities
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English
- Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions
- Must possess strong communication and organizational skills
- Must have the ability to multi-task and must have a critical eye for inspections
- Must have strong internal and external customer service skills
- Must work well in team environment
- Must be able to work independently
- Must have to ability to do basic mathematical calculations
- Must be able to secure and maintain forklift driver’s license
- Must possess PC operational skills
- Must possess presentation skills and ability to train others
- Ability to travel 5-10%
- Must maintain a high level of efficacy: Can be trusted to do only the “right thing” for the employees, shareholders, and others. Follows a balanced approach without compromising integrity.
The employee should have the following:
- Preferred 1-3 years hands-on EH&S experience in a manufacturing environment
- Preferred: Bachelors Degree in Environmental Health and Safety; or similar degree
- Minimum high school diploma or equivalent is required
- Related experience and/or training in an industrial environment
- Must provide proof of valid authorization to work in the U.S.
- Must be 18 years or older
- Must be drug and alcohol free
- Familiarity with various Environmental regulations and requirements (SPCC, CERCLA, RCRA, TSCA, CWA, CAA, EPCRA, and SARA).
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Ability to work flexible hours to cover multiple shifts and departments
- Regular attendance on site and the ability to work varying or rotating shifts
- Exposure to hot/cold temperature- continuously
- Exposure to noise- continuously
- Lifting/carrying/moving up to 50 pounds
- Twisting and Bending – occasionally
- Sitting- occasionally
- Walking – occasionally
- Hand/Eye Coordination– frequently
- Standing- frequently
- 401k Retirement Savings Plan & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Multiple comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription options that start on Day 1
- Quarterly VIP Bonuses
- Healthy living incentives and rewards
- Paid Time Off
- Company Paid Basic Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com .
Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.
Salary : $30 - $40