Safety & Environmental Coordinator

When it comes to work, we know you want more than a job. You want the opportunity to learn and grow, to be recognized for your efforts and accomplishments, to be treated with respect and have a sense of pride and belonging. Thatâ??s what a career at Lozier is all about. Our future success relies on the same thing thatâ??s carried us for more than 65 years â?? a committed team of employees working together to achieve goals and provide our customers with the best product in the industry.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Safety and Environmental Coordinator is responsible for planning, development, and administration of safety and environmental programs. This role is a technical resource regarding safety and environmental issues. The Safety and Environmental Coordinator will provide continued improvement to a zero incident organization through effective communication, working collaboratively with all departments, by promoting employee involvement, and by utilizing all available resources.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS â?? (depending on area of assignment)

• Champion Lozierâ??s Mission, Vision, and Core Values by demonstrating the behaviors that contribute to Lozierâ??s success.

• Manage and coordinate all activities associated with organizational health and safety programs such as training, inspections, recordkeeping, reviewing, testing, scheduling, reporting, and researching.

• Support the drive to a zero incident organization by identifying regulatory compliance provisions and established best practices regarding the industry and organization.

• Manage and coordinate all activities associated with internal environmental programs regarding air, wastewater, storm water, waste, and refuse.

• Provide guidance and resources in support of corporate and site specific safety, health, and environmental goals and objectives.

• Identify and recommend objectives and participation in operations related staff meetings, project involvement and review, and regular communication at all levels of the organization.

• Provide support for corporate and site specific wellness program initiatives by being an active participant in associated activities, providing training and communication, and involvement in site specific wellness committee(s).

• Primary liaison for all third-party interest such as regulatory agencies, insurance representatives, local and national professional organizations, and all safety and environmental product and service vendors.

• Demonstrate regular attendance and timeliness in reporting to work, meetings, and completing assignments.

• Ability to work and interact well with others.

Corporate:

• Stay current with proposed regulations, proactively implementing processes ahead of upcoming requirements, communicating to leadership.
• Maintain and organize records related to all regulatory reporting.  Establishes methods to ensure reporting is complete and done on time.
• Creates processes, audits, and other means to ensure sustainability of activities required to meet regulatory commitments.

Plant:

• Ensures specific site complies with all local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
• Responds to safety or environmental incidents at the site, performs investigations, and implements corrective actions.

IT Support:

• Install, configure and troubleshoot hardware and microcomputer software.
• Perform tasks related to server backups including validation, tape replacement and offsite storage coordination.
• Maintain microcomputer hardware/software inventory utilizing the inventory management software.
• Provides Help Desk support and perform miscellaneous duties on servers installed at site.
• Recommend reallocation of hardware and software. May assist with donation, sale or recycle of obsolete equipment.
• Direct vendor provided services for installation, repair and maintenance of equipment and wiring. 

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Guide, collaborate cross functionally, and engage employees at all levels including regular interactions with production and management.

• Assist with 5-S responsibilities.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor degree in management, safety, environmental science, or another related field is preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in the safety and health field or equivalent experience in a manufacturing environment, if degreed. Minimum of 7 years of experience in the safety and health field or equivalent experience in a manufacturing environment, if non-degreed. Two years of combined microcomputer/Help Desk support in a networked environment is preferred when applying for an IT Support related role.

Required Skills:

• Basic PC skills (Microsoft Excel, Work, Outlook).

• Excellent customer service and organizational skills.

• Fundamental knowledge of all applicable safety and environmental regulations.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to plan, prepare, conduct, and facilitate clear and concise group presentations.

• Ability to develop plans for accomplishing assigned work and set priorities with a proper sense of urgency.

• Advanced problem-solving skills; ability to locate and use appropriate company resources.

Preferred Skills:

• Internal systems and strategies, business systems (corporate, manufacturing, and human resources), information systems, and policies and procedures.

• General knowledge of manufacturing process concepts including 5S, Lean, Six Sigma, or similar.

SPECIAL DEMANDS

• The ability to work various shifts and ability to respond to safety, health, or environmental needs on an on-call basis.

• Periodic travel may be required by automobile or air, including overnight stays, to attend training or provide support at other company locations.

• Must be able to flex work schedule to fit job requirements in multi-shift operation.

• Must be able to climb ladders, use stairs, and assist in rescue operations if needed.

• Lifting (under 25 lbs) and carrying of equipment and materials is required.

• Ability to bend/squat/reach/climb on occasion.

• On call after hours as needed.

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as assigned by their supervisor. Lozier reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way desired and the essential job functions may be modified to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Successful completion of pre-hire drug screen and post offer background screen is required to obtain employment. Continued employment remains on an â??at-willâ? basis.

BENEFITS AND SCHEDULE

• Company bonus potential.
• PTO (Paid Time Off) plus paid holidays.
• Competitive benefits package (Eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits on the first day of employment).
• Onsite Health Clinic.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Career Development Programs.
• Casual dress.
• Relocation benefits available, (as applicable).
• Monday thru Friday schedule, hybrid schedule available after training.