Environmental Health & Safety

Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator-US
Minnetonka, MN
9+ Month Contract, W 2

Job Description: Job Summary:
Primary responsibility is to offer Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) support to several new product line startups. In addition, provide daily guidance and direction in EHS programs at the employee/supervisor level to ensure a common and effective approach.

Primary Responsibilities:
" Practice safe working techniques and re-enforce the safety policies, guidelines, and procedures as set out by the Company.
" Execute daily toolbox and and safety walks.
" Responsible for assisting in the identification of possible losses; evaluating the risk in such loss exposure; developing and implementing a plan to correct or prevent a loss and audit the plan to ensure its effectiveness.
" Ensure that contractor personnel working on the property are in compliance with Veolia policies and safety requirements.
" Promote, monitor, and maintain EHS compliance site-wide.
" Provide advice, assist, and audit line management to ensure that effective EHS is implemented and working.
" Perform and contribute to the Site Training Plans by conducting employee orientations; emergency response training; and coordination of modular training programs for the Operation.
" Assist with maintaining the Site Preparedness and Emergency Plans & Procedures.
" Responsible for coordinating regulatory programs and its applications and help support the compliance process; supporting and providing relief for the environmental department.
" Assist writing permit applications, and work with environmental group and be compliant in completing permit reporting requirements.
" Review accidents and incidents which occur in the area of responsibility and conduct field audits, reporting and managing the corrective actions.
" Maintain filing systems regarding worker training and safety.
" Ensure proper chemical management policies are maintained for new and existing product lines, and for existing laboratories.

Qualifications:
" High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
" 5+ years experience in an EHS manufacturing role.
" Well versed in OSHA Regulations.
" Strong experience in managing/handling chemicals and hazardous materials.
" Proficient in Microsoft Office/Google Suite.
" Self-starter and strong attention to detail.

Desired Characteristics:
" Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety or Environmental Sciences.
" OSHA 10 or 30 hour course.
" EHS Professional Certification.