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The Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator will be responsible for implementing and enhancing the company's EHS program at the Ruston plant. This role requires a proactive, independent thinker who can work both individually and as part of a team. The coordinator will collaborate with the plant operations team and corporate Safety team to achieve our goal of a 'zero harm workplace'. Reporting to the Plant Manager, this role will also receive guidance from the Divisional Safety Manager and Regional Environmental Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Support and promote safe practices in accordance with company policies and compliance requirements.
• Act as a resource for OSHA and EPA regulatory compliance.
• Lead or participate in incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Perform risk and hazard assessments to identify and mitigate employee risks.
• Improve safety monitoring and recordkeeping systems for compliance.
• Evaluate safety strategies for projects that impact the facility or employees.
• Develop and coordinate safety activities, including training and reporting.
• Facilitate safety, health, and environmental training for all plant personnel.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies and procedures.
• Manage documentation for safety and environmental compliance.
• Support facility improvements, such as lean and cost reduction initiatives.
• Manage onsite and offsite waste disposal and environmental permits.
• Coordinate with outside agencies and contracted employees.
• Travel up to 5% as required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Safety and Health, Environmental, or related field.
• Prior safety specific training (e.g. OSHA 30 Hour).
• Minimum of 7 years of safety and/or environmental experience in an industrial setting.
• Experience as an EHS leader or recognized subject matter expert preferred.
• Professional certifications in safety, environmental, or occupational health preferred.
• Working knowledge of federal safety and environmental laws.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis software.
• Excellent communication, training, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated root-cause analysis skills.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and be on call when needed.

Ideal Candidate:

• Familiarity with humidity steam activated chemistry.
• Experience working in a non-union facility with 70 employees.
• Knowledge of PPE and forklift training.
• Self-starter with a strong understanding of safety and EHS deliverables.
• Positive influencer of change and collaborator.