Harbor Freight Tools ยท 1 month ago
Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Coordinator-2nd shift
Joliet IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$26/hr - $26/hr
1+ years expHarbor Freight Tools is a national tool retailer with a strong growth potential. The EHS Coordinator will provide technical and tactical support for the Environmental, Health, and Safety program within the distribution centers, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
ManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Serve as a safety representative for the supply chain assisting the DC EHS Manager in coordinating and implementing all areas of Harbor Freight Tools safety programs
Participate and help facilitate Distribution Center Safety Committees
Participate in the development, implementation, monitoring and optimization of safety, health, and hazardous materials and waste policies, practices, and procedures throughout the supply chain facilities in compliance with governmental regulations including Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations
Conduct regular audits of the supply chain operations, including facilities, machinery, and safety equipment, to identify and remediate potential compliance issues, safety risks, and other opportunities for better safety practices and coach associates about better safety practices
Ensure compliance with safety programs and applicable federal, state and local laws
Assist with conducting risk assessments related to jobs performed (Job Hazard Analysis) and new equipment introductions. Recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures to management, including ergonomic considerations
Assist the DC EHS Manager in developing, implementing and monitoring Safety policies, procedures, claims reporting forms, procedures and activities. Assist with maintaining OSHA injury and illness records
Conduct or coordinate associate training in areas such as safety laws and regulations, hazardous condition monitoring, and use of safety equipment
Assist with response to injuries and incidents/ handle claims- nurse line, clinic visits etc
Performs special projects, as assigned by the DC EHS Manager
Regular attendance on site is an essential responsibility
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma/GED equivalent required
1+ years of experience performing safety related duties
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations as well as other regulatory standards
Ability to analyze accident data, new processes, and machinery for potential safety concerns and conduct job hazard and job safety analyses
Strong time management skills
Strong presentation skills with the ability to create PowerPoint presentations, participate in meetings, and conduct trainings
Ability to balance and prioritize multiple projects
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively present information to management
Ability to work with minimal direction on a daily basis providing quality reports, analysis and policies in Safety
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability interact and communicate with all levels of associates (management and staff) and with local emergency response groups and regulatory agencies
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference
Must be able to maintain confidentiality in matters involving security and/or personnel issues
Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Regular attendance on site is an essential responsibility
Ability to coordinate multiple projects at one time, think ahead to potential obstacles, and seek assistance to minimize those obstacles
Ability to maintain and not inappropriately share highly confidential information
General office environment requiring ability to stand, walk, sit for extended periods of time, speak and listen to others in person and over the phone, use keyboard and read from computer screen and reports, lift up to 30 lbs
Must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices, without endangering the health or safety of self or others
Preferred
30-hour OSHA certification preferred (must obtain OSHA 10 certification within 1 month of employment)
Benefits
Early access to pay
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
401k plan
Paid time off up to 152 hours per year (inclusive of PTO, floating holidays, and paid holidays)
Paid sick time up to 64 hours per year unless otherwise required by law
Company
Harbor Freight Tools
Harbor Freight Tools is a leader in providing high-quality tools at the lowest prices in the industry.
10001+ employees
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