EHS Training Support Specialist

EHS Training Support Specialist

Jost Chemical is seeking an ambitious, hard-working EHS Professional to join the Jost EHS Team!

Are you looking for a career at a fast-paced environment, where your hard work and dedication will pay off? Are you a team player, who sets goals to get the job done and would like to use your skills to grow with a great company?

Then, this position is right for you!

EHS Training Support Specialist

Position: Full time

Our offer:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Plan Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance after 60 days.
• 3% Safe Harbor contribution to your 401k.
• Up to a 4% Discretionary Match (like a profit-sharing contribution) to your 401k.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Employees eligible first day of employment.
• 9 Company Paid Holidays (72 hours) each year.
• Uniforms and work boot allowance
• 24-hour access to our free, on-site fitness center.
• We provide Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Jost Chemical is an equal opportunity employer and affirmatively seeks diversity in its workforce. We consider applicants, and make all employment decisions, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best talent in the chemical manufacturing industry.

Background

• Reports to the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager in a c-GMP regulated manufacturing environment operating under Q7A standards.
• Position will be responsible for ensuring all Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space, Hot Work, Fall Protection, and related safety procedures are followed by maintenance, operations, sanitation, and contractor personnel.
• Duties include providing daily support to facility personnel for proper training & documentation of safety procedures:

Tasks

• Working closely with maintenance and operations personnel to gather information about their equipment.
• Identifying machines and equipment subject to LOTO procedures and identifying all energy sources for the equipment.
• Developing and reviewing LOTO written procedures for accuracy.
• Providing on-going training and guidance on LOTO, Confined Space, Hot Work, Fall Protection, and related safety programs for facility personnel.
• The position will have a focus on LOTO procedures:
  • Indicate when LOTO procedures are required
  • Assure the availability of locks, tags, lockout boxes, and equipment specific LOTO procedures to all employees who are required to use them
  • Identify and prioritize equipment list for LOTO multiple source equipment-specific procedures to be written (including providing updated P&ID information)
  • Develop equipment specific LOTO procedures
  • Conduct, implement and coordinate hazardous energy isolation LOTO procedures
  • Verify LOTO procedures are being followed
• Training of authorized employees including:
  • A review of the LOTO Program
  • The recognition and identification of hazardous energy sources (e.g., electrical, steam, pressure, etc.)
  • An explanation of LOTO procedures and forms
  • The steps involved when returning equipment back to service
  • The correct use of LOTO devices
  • Recognition of new hazards, such as new or modified machinery, equipment, or process Training of Affected and Authorized Employees at new hire orientation and whenever:
  • There is a new or revised energy control procedure
  • Their job assignment changes
  • The LOTO Program is modified
• Any other tasks deemed necessary by Management for the betterment of Jost operations

Specifications

• S. degree or above in Science, Environmental management, Engineering, Occupational Safety or Health (or a related field). Work related experience in a Chemical manufacturing environment shall also be considered in lieu of degree.
• At least two (2) years of progressively more responsible work experience and/or on-the-job training that provided knowledge of generally accepted principles, theories and practices used in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of:
  • Federal, state, and local SHE regulations
  • Safety related maintenance programs including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space, Hot Work, and Fall Protection
  • Office methods and procedures
  • MS Office software package
  • Training needs assessment, design, delivery and evaluation.
• Skill in:
  • Training needs assessment, design, delivery, and evaluation
  • Working effectively and efficiently on multiple projects at once
  • Working effectively in a team environment, including in-depth collaboration between production and process divisions
  • Responding to rapidly changing demands
• Ability to:
  • Provide leadership in delivering effective and efficient EHS services.
  • Manage projects and coordinate them with other organizational units.
  • Train and influence others in EHS related activities.
  • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, within all levels of the organization.
  • Assess risk and develop appropriate mitigation approaches.
  • Exercise judgment while being insightful, logical, and methodical.

Current Openings for EHS Training Support Specialist Jobs at Jost Chemical Co.