EHS Specialist at CHICAGO MAGNESIUM CASTING CO

Harvey, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jul, 26

Salary

75000.0

Posted On

23 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Environmental compliance, Health and safety regulations, Risk assessment, Incident investigation, Training coordination, PPE assessment, OSHA compliance, EPA compliance, Data analysis, Report writing, Regulatory reporting, Safety committees, Hazard mitigation, Worker's compensation oversight, Communication skills, Problem solving

Industry

Airlines and Aviation

Description

Description Summary: The primary focus for this position is to ensure that Chicago Magnesium complies with all applicable environmental, health, Safety and security regulations. With the support and guidance of the EHS&S Manager, the ideal candidate will be responsible for improving the productivity of foundry employees through effective development, coordination and presentation of training and development programs for all employees. The EHS&S Specialist will ensure site compliance with all relevant environmental and safety related federal and state laws, coordinate/deliver facility required training, facilitate safety team and coordinate EHS audits and record keeping. Duties and Responsibilities: · Manage the maintenance and implementation of safety programs, compliance plans, and initiatives. · Lead environmental and/or safety committees, facilitating their activities · Identifying and assessing potential hazards and developing strategies to mitigate risks · Participate in the investigation of incidents, near misses and property damage incidents. Ensure follow-up is done to minimize future exposure and proper records/documents are maintained. · Conduct, coordinate and track various training to support company programs including but not limited to forklift license program, emergency response team training and first aid. · Conduct routine PPE assessments and safety observations to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, company environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures and practices. · Assist in the oversight of the Worker’s Compensation program and maintain OSHA 300 logs. · Coordinate annual medical monitoring of yearly eye and hearing examinations · Maintain internal and regulatory reporting including data collection and reporting including but not limited to air, storm water and surface water discharge. · Ensure the company meets all its legislative compliance obligations with OSHA, EPA, and fire codes. · Serve as primary contact for all regulatory agencies for inspections, permitting, reporting (air, water, waste). · Maintain compliance with permits, government regulations and other industry practices. · Keep abreast of any safety and environmental law or regulation changes that impact the organization. · Communicate safety performance & EHS metrics to plant management · Work effectively as a team member with other members of management and human resources staff. · Other duties as assigned. Benefit information available on company website. Chicago Magnesium Casting and Midwest Aerospace Casting, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Requirements Experience and Education: · BS in Occupational Health and Safety or related field (preferred) · 3 –5 years experience in manufacturing environment with responsibility for Environmental, Health and Safety(preferred) · OSHA 10 and/or 30 certification (preferred but not required) · Demonstrated ability to work independently with attention to detail and organizational abilities. · Proficiency in using relevant software for data analysis, report writing, and record keeping · Superior analytical/ problem solving, written and verbal communications Key Competencies: · Strong technical knowledge of regulations and standards · Risk management expertise · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills · Analytical and leadership capabilities. · Problem Solving · Customer Focus · Results driven · Detail Oriented · Organizational Agility · Motivating others · Approachability · Perspective · Creativity Benefit information available on the company website

Responsibilities

The EHS Specialist ensures site compliance with federal and state environmental, health, and safety regulations while managing safety programs and initiatives. They are responsible for conducting training, performing hazard assessments, and serving as the primary contact for regulatory agencies.