What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialist, EHS - Environmental Health and Safety position at Southwire and Careers?
A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?
Job Summary
The EHS Specialist works within the Environmental Health and Safety Department to plan, direct, and implement Southwire’ s environmental health and safety programs and to ensure a positive, safe, healthy, and incident-free work environment. They will support EHS operations and all associates to foster a culture of zero injuries and ensure compliance. This position would also respond to emergency situations when they arise.
Key Responsibilities
- Coach management and associates at all levels to ensure compliance with all EHS program expectations and applicable federal & state laws for day-to day activities;
- Participate in risk assessments related to jobs performed by associates and suggesting risk mitigation strategies through programs such as: Job Safety Analysis, ergonomics process, machine safeguarding etc.;
- Conduct all EHS related training and assist others (managers, associates, etc.) to complete their safety and compliance responsibilities (audits, follow safety rules, etc.);
- Conducting appropriate inspections and audits, and ensuring corrective actions are monitored and documented;
- Maintaining accurate daily, weekly, and monthly metrics to report to onsite management teams and corporate based reporting systems;
- Completing, documenting, and submitting required EHS reports, regulatory compliance activities and recordkeeping information;
- Responding to and investigating events including injuries and near-miss events. Drive closure of effective corrective / preventive actions, as assigned;
- Support updating Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and external supplier evaluation software
- Respond to emergency situations when they arise.
- Handling associate complaints as they relate to EHS.
Required Education & Experience
Minimum Education Level:
Associates
Specialized Degree:
Environmental Health and Safety
Certificates:
Environmental Health and Safety
Years of Experience:
1-3
Field of Expertise:
Environmental Health and Safety
Preferred Education & Experience
Minimum Education Level:
Bachelor's
Specialized Degree:
Environmental Health and Safety
Certificates:
Environmental Health and Safety
Years of Experience:
3
Preferred Field of Expertise:
Environmental Health and Safety
Competencies
Skills
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.