EHS Compliance Specialist

Steffes Core Values

• Trust: We promote growth and long-term success by making wise decisions with trust as an essential component.
• Respect: We unleash creative talents of our diverse workforce by treating each other the way we would like to be treated.
• Teamwork: We believe people achieve much more by working together.
• Integrity: We follow through and keep our word while being open, honest, ethical, and fair.
• Safety: We view our co-workers as family members of our business and strive to ensure safety for all.
• Humility: We recognize and appreciate strengths and contributions beyond one’s self. We are modest, genuine, and authentic.

Key Responsibilities

1. Monitor, interpret, and assess existing and emerging EHS laws, regulations, regulatory policies, and industry practices.
2. Develop or update existing EHS programs and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.
3. Lead, develop, and coordinate EHS training.
4. Evaluate customer EHS requirements and maintain customer EHS compliance portals.
5. Evaluate requirements of workers’ compensation programs.
6. Maintain DOT compliance portals.
7. Assist in the development of EHS function specific processes to standardize and sustain compliance amongst all Steffes facilities.
8. Acts as liaison between EHS suppliers and service providers to maintain a professional relationship that facilitates cost and service in the best interest of the company.
9. Manage records and distribute documents.
10. Performs EHS related data collection, analysis, and trend analysis.
11. Generate various EHS reports as required by regulatory agencies (OSHA, EPA, Worker’s Compensation, etc.)
12. Complete required training/certifications to be a site first responder.
13. Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in collaborative manner with customers, suppliers, co-workers, and management.
14. Helps company meet its Strategic, Quality and Safety objectives.
15. Other duties may be assigned.

Core Expectations

• Customer Service - Demonstrate excellent customer service and display a positive attitude and behavior consistent with the Steffes Code of Conduct and Core Values.
• Environmental, Health, Safety (EHS) – Perform work in compliance with EHS training and identified procedures/standard work. Report any EHS incident or concern to your supervisor immediately. Cooperate and contribute to the overall success of the EHS program.
• Quality – Participate in job-specific training. Complete work as indicated by standard work, processes, and/or procedures. If your work can’t be completed as required, notify your supervisor immediately for guidance.
• Conduct - Demonstrate and support the Steffes Code of Conduct.
• Policies and Procedures - Demonstrate and support Steffes Policies and Procedures by:
  • Using tact, sound judgement, and maintaining a professional attitude in communication and relationships with others.
  • Striving to deliver the best quality in daily work.
  • Promoting a positive image of Steffes and its products.
  • Being timely and punctual in attendance and following all policies and procedures.

Job Requirements/Qualifications

• Associate’s degree (minimum) or bachelor’s degree (preferred) in an EHS related technical, manufacturing, or engineering field.
• 2+ years’ experience in an EHS role, preferably in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of applicable EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, Worker’s Compensation, DOT, etc.). Certifications in a related field are a plus.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills.
• Self-driven, flexible/adaptable, and able to effectively manage time, priorities, and resources.
• Must possess strong decision-making skills and the ability to lead a project with minimal supervision.
• Must be willing to complete required training plan (OSHA 30-hr, First Aid/CPR/AED, etc.)
• Ability to maintain absolute integrity and discretion due to confidential and sensitive nature of information.
• Proficient skills required for MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint

OR

• An acceptable combination of education and experience

Functional & Cognitive Requirements of Position

• This position requires walking, sitting, or standing to a significant degree.
• Must have the ability to lift 70 pounds from floor to waist, carry 50 pounds, and push and/or pull up to 100 pounds.
• Must have the ability to climb ladders and/or stairs.
• Stooping, crouching, kneeling, and bending.
• Handling, feeling, and gripping would be required for some activities.
• Visual acuity is required to inspect work completed.
• This role may be subject to internal and external environmental conditions.