EHS Coordinator

Summary

Welcome to Ryerson, where exceptional career opportunities await. As a leading provider of industrial metal products and services since 1842, we are committed to excellence and best-in-class customer service. Join our team and be a part of a legacy of excellence, where your contributions will be valued, and your development supported. Ryerson offers a dynamic, quality-focused, environment, ideal for advancing your career and making your mark in the metals industry.

As an Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator (EHS), you are responsible for implementing, auditing and ensuring compliance with all Ryerson EHS, State and Federal policies. Through daily walk throughs, active engagement and participation in the Safety Counsel, this individual will ensure employee compliance and that safety checks are being performed.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain accurate recordkeeping for EHS programs
• Implement safety programs to promote a safety culture
• Implement safety programs, train employees and supervisors to meet standards to ensure the company’s safety culture
• Lead the facility safety committee and drive the committee towards engagement in safety practices
• Conduct regular inspections of the facility to identify potential safety hazards and work with employees and supervisors to determine and implement corrective actions
• Assist with the incident investigation team to ensure a thorough incident investigation process for near misses and injuries is maintained
• Drive continuous improvement in our safety culture while working towards exceeding site-specific safety goals
• Administrative duties may include but are not limited to: updating site specific policies, completion of monthly audits, administering training, Tier II reporting, SDS compliance and OSHA online reporting
• This position may require the ability to respond to safety needs after standard hours
• All other duties as assigned or duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice
  
  

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• BA/BS degree in environment, health and safety or related field highly preferred
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Must be self-directed, professional and dependable
• Knowledge and experience with MS Office
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements of OSHA, EPA, NFPA and other federal and state agencies
• 2-4 years working in an EHS role in manufacturing
  
  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, and pregnancy), age, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, marital status, status as a veteran, or any other federal, state or local protected class or artificial barrier.