EHS Specialist - Leeds, AL

Job Overview

Will report directly to the Environment, Health and Safety Manager at Hubbell, Connectors Leeds, AL Facility. Responsibilities include inspection of work areas, department and jobs to ensure safe work practices and environmentally friendly conditions are maintained. Perform multiple aspects of incident investigation, process improvements, safety related projects, and daily management of safety data to ensure compliance with local, state and federal EHS regulations.

Position will offer complex challenges that require in-depth data analysis, original thinking, persistence, excellent communication skills, and a positive attitude.

A Day In The Life

• Ensure & promote compliance with Federal, State, and Local EHS regulations as well as internal policies, guidelines, and best practices.
• Integrate environmental and safety considerations into work practices at all levels.
• Participate in Incident Investigations including Root Cause Analysis and development of Corrective Actions.
• Track corrective actions from near misses, safety suggestions, accidents & gemba walks to closure.
• Assist Operations or any other personnel with the safety process as needed or as requested.
• Build relationships and communicate at all levels of the organization to intertwine the Safety Culture into the business processes.
• Provide recommendations on safety improvements, safety processes, and equipment related to safety.
• Support & provides guidance to Safety Committee & Steering Committee.
• Maintain safety equipment - keep replenished and maintained as required.
• Conduct regular safety and health inspections & audits of the production area.
• Document, organize and maintain physical & digital environmental, health & safety records.
• Functions as an alternate emergency coordinator, implements emergency response plans and procedures.
• Will serve as a First Responder to injuries & medical emergencies.
• Assist in conducting onboarding and various safety trainings under the direction of the EHS Manager.
• Help develop interactive safety trainings, safety programs, JHA’s & lockout procedures.
• Research and develop ideas for new safety concepts and safety training

What will help you thrive in this role?

• Working knowledge of safety & environmental compliance. (OSHA, RCRA, DOT)
• Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint & Forms)
• Familiar with manufacturing processes.
• Must be able to work day shift and some off shift hours to support safety activities across 3 shifts.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree; Prior work experience with relevant EHS duties can be substituted for degree requirement.
• Prefer minimum of 1 year of experience of Environment, Health, and Safety Field.
• Preferred certifications: OSHA 10 / 30, RCRA, DOT, HAZWOPER 8 or higher, DOT, First Aid, CPR & AED Training, Fall Protection Competent Person, confined Space Competant Person, and/or NFPA 70E.