EH&S Technician

Position Description:

Under the direction of the Manager, Environmental, Health & Safety, the EHS Technician would assist and/or organize the development and implementation of EHS related programs and systems (compliance/management, etc.). This position establishes and promotes the maintenance of safe and healthy working conditions, develops environmental protection methods based upon current industry technology & best available practices to ensure environmental compliance objectives are met, and recommends measures to reduce environmental and safety risks and the impact to manufacturing operations

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Below are examples of the type of duties you could be responsible for:

• Assist with maintaining and implementing cost-effective EHS programs that ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations, and Wabash National policies relating to safety and the environment.
• Assist with and maintain all required Environmental permits for the processes, equipment or discharges generated at the facility.
• Provide guidance and support to management on EHS issues. Work closely with all levels of associates to establish, maintain and improve EHS programs.
• Develop a thorough knowledge of equipment and materials used in the facility, including pollution control devices.
• Promptly notify EHS Manager and appropriate operations Supervisor of potential enforcement issues, accidents or control device malfunctions.
• Aid in the timely preparation of required reports to regulatory agencies as requested.
• Develop and implement procedures/SOPs to reduce safety/environmental risks and to address emergency situations.
• Review materials used by manufacturing operations and maintains MSDS database.
• Maintain a comprehensive and organized recordkeeping system so that the facility is capable of verifying compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Ensure responsible parties are immediately notified of EHS concerns and action is immediately taken.
• As appropriate/assigned, retain and oversee vendors/contractors dealing with EHS issues.
• Attend training sessions/meetings/seminars to maintain proficiency in EHS areas.
• Develop and provide EHS related training programs to ensure associate’s knowledge and understanding of environmental regulations and requirements. Performing associate training as designated.
• Assist with safety PPE selection and EHS/Medical related routine supplies.
• Fire Protection Systems operation, testing and record keeping. Implement elements of the WNC Fire Prevention Plan.
• Assist with annual property inspections and record keeping.
• Maintain fall protection equipment inventory.
• Spill response and containment (as needed).
• Assists with development and review of Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and Risk Assessment procedures
• Required to maintain First Aid/CPR certification as act as a first responder at the site.
• Drives/accompanies associates to local clinics as needed for medical/safety related appointments
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Manager, EHS
• Manage, deliver, & maintain operations involving paint inventories and associated activities

Qualifications:

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Basic reading, writing, & verbal skills

Knowledge, Training, Skills and/or Experience:

Experience and education are a plus; however, it’s not required. Wabash provides training for all assembler positions. Upon receiving an offer letter from us, you’ll undergo orientation and several days of training, preparing you for the production floor.

Benefits:

• Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• 401k with match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Working Conditions/Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental, and health concerns may demand constant attention. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, as well as moving mechanical parts and vibrations. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at job sites where the noise level can be very loud with high temperatures at times. Due to the work environment, all employees on the production floor must wear the necessary personal production equipment (PPE). At Wabash, we pride ourselves on being empowering. Wabash is committed to provide equal employment opportunity for its associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, and sex.

Physical Demands:

As an EHS Tech, you are regularly required to stand, walk, lean, push, climb, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, handle, and operate tools or controls for the entirety of their shift. The employee needs full range of motion in arms and hands, all assemblers must be able to successfully communicate with fellow employees as well. Some EHS Tech’s also work in small spaces throughout their shift and frequently lift and/or carry objects weighting up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus, along with good hand-eye coordination.  

Behavioral Attributes:

• Identifies the existence and cause of a problem
• Takes initiative, persists at tasks, and pursues completion of objectives
• Is knowledgeable & confident in communicating information
• Shares information with others to help them perform their jobs safely
• Copes successfully with unexpected events
• Develops plans to achieve objectives & identifies resources needed to accomplish objectives
• Resolves conflicting priorities and accomplishes work on time

Leadership Attributes:

At Wabash, we pride ourselves on being empowering. Below are some of our key values:

• Embrace Diversity and Inclusion – Solicit and respect the input of others, celebrate differences, and strive for transparency and inclusiveness.
• Seek to Listen – Actively listen to reach the best solution and make the strongest decisions.
• Always Learn – Strive to improve; do not quit or settle for the status quo.
• Be Authentic – Demonstrate honesty, incredible energy, and grit in everything you do.
• Win Together – Collaborate, seek alignment, and excel at cross-group communication to succeed as one team and One Wabash.