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Northern Tool + Equipment · 2 days ago

EHS Engineer

Fort Mill, SC

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$67K/yr - $86K/yr

3+ years exp

Northern Tool + Equipment is dedicated to serving tradespeople and ensuring they have the right tools for their jobs. The EHS Engineer will lead the development and implementation of EHS programs, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a culture of safety within the organization.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local legislation and codes governing environmental health and safety

Oversee regulatory reporting requirements (e.g., storm water pollution prevention, permitting, toxic release inventory [TRI], and other mandated reports)

Partner with HR and the Director, Enterprise Risk to maintain OSHA logs and documentation from inspections

Report key performance indicators (KPIs) and track leading and lagging indicators to measure program effectiveness

Develop and update safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations and internal guidelines

Design, implement, and track required personnel training in compliance with OSHA requirements

Create and enhance training materials beyond minimum requirements to build safety awareness and empower employees to recognize and report unsafe acts and conditions

Own and drive safety culture and communication across the enterprise to foster engagement and accountability

Review and support investigations of near misses and workplace injuries

Recommend and implement corrective actions based on leading and lagging indicators

Interpret accident trends, assess preventive programs, and train personnel on incident reporting processes

Partner with HRBPs and Workers’ Compensation teams to manage post-injury follow-up and return-to-work procedures

Conduct on-site audits, inspections, and assessments of operations, processes, and facilities

Communicate findings and collaborate with teams to implement corrective actions

Evaluate workplace design, processes, and equipment for safety considerations prior to implementation or modification

Provide oversight to the corporate Safety Committee and the enterprise-wide Safety Captain Program, supporting accountability, consistency, and alignment with company safety initiatives

Collaborate with Safety Captains and the Director of Enterprise Risk to implement and sustain company-wide safety programs and initiatives, while fostering safety culture and communication across the organization

Respond to and support emergency safety situations

Keep leadership informed of key developments, risks, and opportunities for improvement

Qualification

EHS programsRegulatory complianceHazard identificationSafety trainingMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication skillsTeam collaborationPositive attitude

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Minimum 3 years of experience in safety engineering or related role, preferably in a manufacturing environment

Demonstrated passion and initiative for workplace safety, with the ability to influence others

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, across all organizational levels

Proficiency in hazard identification methods (e.g., machine guard audits, ergonomic assessments, job safety/hazard analysis [JSA/JHA])

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Positive attitude and commitment to promoting a safe working environment

Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to team success

Travel required: about 15%

Demonstrates Northern Tool + Equipment's 12 Core Competencies

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field preferred

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedule

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Generous Employee Discount

Get Paid on Your Terms

Paid Holidays

Incentives

Company

Northern Tool + Equipment

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Northern Tool + Equipment is an multi-channel retailer that offers industrial and construction equipment.

Founded in 1981

Burnsville, Minnesota, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.northerntool.com

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