EHS Specialist

The EHS Specialist identifies, develops and implements safety programs and strategies throughout the Fiberon New London locations to reduce or eliminate injuries and their associated costs. Supports environmental programs and policies as needed.  Subject matter expert and consultant to the organization on matters related to safety and health. Primary Duties and Responsibilities:Provide expert insight to plan and implement environmental, health and safety policies and procedures in compliance with Fiberon, local, state and federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.Utilizes established reporting and investigation procedures to conduct incident investigations for accidents, incidents, injuries and complaints concerning potential hazards or unsafe conditions in the work place.Coordinates environmental and IH testing for storm water, sound, IAQ and personal exposures.Coordinates, implements and maintains environmental programs and environmental auditing/inspection for the facility.Acts as a technical resource and/or lead on specialized safety topics. Examples include such topics as chemical and noise exposure, machine guarding, confined space entry, ergonomics, lockout/tagout, material handling, powered industrial trucks and hazardous materials transportation. Scope of technical expertise and/or lead status as determined by safety manager.In conjunction with the EHS Manager, identifies, develops, coordinates and implements effective safety education and training, awareness and promotional activities, recognition and awards, accountability and employee involvement programs for the organization.Assists with the development and execution of appropriate administrative programs for the preparation, distribution and maintenance of written programs, policies, procedures and records such as SDS, lockout procedures and OSHA reporting.Supports Behavior Based Safety (BBS) in driving participation, supplying critical data, coaching, and supervisor support.Other duties may be assigned.