Job Description

The Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist - Supply Chain position comprises of three main and equally important roles: Compliance, Leadership and Training. The EHS Specialist will be required to conduct regular inspections, generate health and safety assessment reports, ensure that all occupational guidelines and regulations are adhered to and train employees on safety policies and practices. The EHS Specialist should possess detailed knowledge of health and safety regulations and demonstrate strong leadership skills specifically the ability to motivate others to adhere to all health and safety policies and regulations. EHS Specialist should possess excellent communication and training skills and possess an acute eye for detail. The EHS Specialist will report directly to the DC EHS Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the EHS Manager in coordinating and implementing all areas of Harbor Freight Tools safety programs for their assigned locations/shifts.
• Chair the Distribution Center Safety Committees.
• Assist the EHS Manager in implementation, monitoring and optimization of environmental. safety, and health policies, practices, and procedures throughout their supply chain facility in compliance with governmental regulations including Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations.
• Occasionally work across multiple shifts to provide safety support.
• Conduct regular inspections of the supply chain operations, including facilities, machinery, and safety equipment, to identify and remediate potential compliance issues, safety risks, and other opportunities for better safety practices.
• Coach associates on appropriate safe behaviors.
• Assist with conducting risk assessments related to jobs performed (Job Hazard Analysis) and new equipment introductions.
• Assist with maintaining all injury and illness records
• Assist EHS Manager to analyze injury trends and prepare recommendations for prevention.
• Conduct or coordinate worker training with cross departmental collaboration, in areas such as safety laws and regulations, hazardous condition monitoring, and use of safety equipment.
• Respond to facility emergency events.
• Performs special projects, as assigned by the EHS Manager
• Support the management team on conducting thorough investigations, root cause analysis, and developing effective countermeasures for any and all incidents.

Scope

• Staff supervision and development: No
• Decision making: The EHS Specialist advises and provides guidance to various departments. Acts as a representative of the company during audits with external agencies in the absence of the EHS Manager; Ability to coordinate multiple projects at one time, think ahead to potential obstacles, and seek assistance to minimize those obstacles. Ability to maintain and not inappropriately share highly confidential information.
• Travel: Up to 10%
• Flex Designation: DC Based

The anticipated salary range for this position is $69,500 - $104,200 depending on location, knowledge, skills, education and experience. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits to Associates (and their families) such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability. Eligible Associates are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Associates will accrue paid time off up to 236 hours per year (inclusive of PTO, floating holidays, and paid holidays). Paid sick time up to 80 hours per year unless otherwise required by law.

Requirements

Education and Experience

Education Requirements

• High school or equivalent diploma required
• Bachelor's degree preferred, preferably in a safety-related field,
• Other OSHA Certification, such as OSHA 511 or OSHA 501, is preferred.

Years of Experience

• 3+ years of environmental, health and/or safety experience
• Understanding of OSHA regulations as well as other regulatory standards including, but not limited to, ANSI, NIOSH, NFPA, NEC, and DOT.

Skills

• Ability to analyze accident data, new processes, and machinery for potential safety concerns and conduct job hazard and job safety analyses.
• Strong time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to balance and prioritize multiple projects.
• Works independently providing quality reports, analysis and recommendations in Safety.
• Daily interaction with managers and associates. Periodic interaction with local emergency response groups and regulatory agencies.
• Ability to effectively present information to management.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
• Able to maintain confidentiality in matters involving security and/or personnel issues.
• Experience with OSHA regulations.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in the use of a PC, commonly used software and the ability to learn new software.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where daily agenda/schedule can frequently change.

Physical Requirements

• Stand, walk, sit for extended periods of time.
• Speak and listen to others in person and over the phone.
• Use keyboard and read from computer screen and reports.
• The ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Safety

• Must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices, without endangering the health or safety of self or others.