What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Health and Safety Technician position at Wabash?
Under the direction of the Manager, Environmental, Health & Safety, the EHS Technician would assist and/or organize 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 & impact to manufacturing operations.
Requirements
- Formal training in occupational health and safety is preferred.
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
- 1-2 years of relevant experience with health and safety programs and associated regulations is required
- Previous manufacturing experience a plus.
- Current driver’s license.
- Ability to communicate efficiently both written and orally.
Attendance, safety, quality, and work performance will be reviewed as part of the interview and selection process.
Skill/Area Responsibilities
- 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 maintain 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.
- 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 and 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