EH&S Specialist

Warehouse Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced and proactive EHS Specialist to lead our safety initiatives and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations at our manufacturing facility in Liberty, SC. The EHS Specialist will be responsible for working with the leadership team on building a culture of safety, conducting risk assessments, managing safety programs, and ensuring all employees are properly trained and equipped to work safely.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Responsible for ensuring safe equipment and a safe, clean facility.
2. Provide direction on all safety and health issues.
3. Facilitates and tracks all Safety Team activities and performance, Safety Incentive Programs, and safety audits.
4. Conducts accident investigation and coordinates the Accident Review Board (ARB) to provide recommendations to prevent reoccurrence.
5. Provides information to top management on accidents, causes, and costs and recommends long-range accident reduction and cost containment objectives.
6. Performs, reviews and records checks on all fire exits, and fire signs, reviews relevant safety signage throughout the Company’s facilities.
7. Assists with performing safety audits.
8. Responsible for Site Emergency Policies and to conduct and coordinate the severe weather, fire drills, fire extinguisher training.
9. Conducts health, safety and environmental training programs. Establishes and communicates safety policies.
10. Manage any potential issues relating to the facilities service provision, waste disposal, buildings, fire safety equipment, and safety audit non-compliances.
11. Inspects facilities, machinery, equipment and personnel practices to identify potential safety and health concerns and hazards.
12. Stay abreast of current policies, regulations, and industrial processes, and ensures compliance with safety and environmental regulatory agencies.
13. Trains employees and management in safe practices including Hazardous Communications, Bloodborne Pathogens, Respirator, safety equipment and personal protective equipment
14. Conduct and maintain sites Job Safety Analysis on all equipment and processes.
15. Enforce company policies and procedures.
16. Work with the Hazardous Waste Department ensuring compliance of hazardous waste on site and during transport. 
17. Strong working knowledge of safety management systems, fire prevention and protection, emergency response management, and occupational health.
18. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed; they are only the major duties

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Manufacturing or industrial environment experience required.  Knowledge of safety processes and OSHA compliance is a plus.
2. Ability to obtain in-depth knowledge of OSHA standards, EPA regulations, and other applicable safety laws.
3. Proven ability to conduct safety training, investigations, and audits.
4. Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
5. Must have good written and verbal communications skills.
6. Must be proficient in all Microsoft Office software, i.e. Excel, Word and PowerPoint
7. Certifications will be required with the agreed timeline set by Site Leadership. 40-hour Hazwoper, OSHA 30 certification, other OSHA certifications as required.

BENEFITS:

1. Medical, Dental, Vision insurance after 90 days of employment
2. 401K/Profit Sharing Plan
3. Vacation and Holiday Pay
4. Uniform Allowance
5. Discretionary Quarterly Bonuses
6. Continuing Education Opportunities
7. Ability for career growth

**This position will not include any relocation expenses