EHS Coordinator
Rockford, IL, US, 61109
Rockford Overview
The Owens Corning Rockford IL is a premier manufacturing facility that manufactures extruded polystyrene foam board insulation for primary use in the construction industry.
- Non-union plant employing about 70 employees across 4 shifts; Maintenance team consists of 10 employees.
- We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all, while also meeting our obligations to preserve the environment
- We proudly support our local community with fundraisers, activities, and group donations
SUMMARY
- Perform quality work with or without direct supervision.
- Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
- Interact professionally with other employees, suppliers, and customers.
- Perform tasks and duties with a mind toward safety for not only yourself but also those around you.
The job of EHS Coordinator is vital position within the plant. It is an essential part of the production process and requires the employee to be alert, watchful, and engaged in the operations taking place in the plant. The EHS Coordinator is responsible for the monitoring of all safety procedures and activities within the plant. The EHS Coordinator is required to assist with environmental compliance tasks to maintain plant records and inspections.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Uses knowledge of plant operations, specific safety issues, regulations and Corporate practices to implement improvements to safety in the plant
- Leads and participates in safety teams and programs as established within the plant to ensure completion of facility safety plan
- Acts as a resource and ensures employee’s ability to work safely and provides leadership during emergencies and special projects
- Monitors, follows up and ensures completion of corrective actions for entries into the Incident Reporting System
- Maintains existing safety programs, systems, processes and documentation
- Conducts safety and environmental audits and trend analysis, ensuring safety parameters are understood
- Conducts incident and near miss investigations with the assistance of the Rockford EHS Leader
- Provides safety training facilitation &/or method/procedure adherence
- Coordinates and communicates safety issues with any plant personnel and can perform safety equipment inspections and initiates repair processes as needed
- Ensures safety standards and regulations are being met and followed
- Ensures environmental standards and regulations are being met and followed
- Acts as management and a regulatory liaison
- Train-the-Trainer qualified in job specific areas as necessary to (forklift trainer, HRC, Lock/Tag/Try, etc.)
- Promotes the well-being of an injury-free life for all employees
- Complies with all plant rules, safety regulations and maintains a clean and orderly work area
- Complies with attendance policies
- Performs all other duties related to this position as assigned or needed
- Conducts environmental permit inspections to assist in maintaining all permit compliance
- Leads the plant inspection process and ensures all compliance inspections are performed on time
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
The employee should hold the following abilities:
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English
- Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions
- Must possess strong communication and organizational skills
- Must have the ability to multi-task and must have a critical eye for inspections
- Must have strong internal and external customer service skills
- Must work well in team environment
- Must be able to work independently
- Must have to ability to do basic mathematical calculations
- Must be able to secure and maintain forklift driver’s license
- Must possess PC operational skills
- Must possess presentation skills and ability to train others
- Ability to travel 5-10%
- Must maintain a high level of ethicacy: Can be trusted to do only the “right thing” for the employees, shareholders, and others. Follows a balanced approach without compromising integrity.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
The employee should have the following:
- Preferred 1-3 years hands-on EH&S experience in a manufacturing environment
- Preferred: Bachelors Degree in Environmental Health and Safety; or similar degree
- Minimum high school diploma or equivalent is required
- Related experience and/or training in an industrial environment
- Must provide proof of valid authorization to work in the U.S.
- Must be 18 years or older
- Must be drug and alcohol free
- Familiarity with various Environmental regulations and requirements (SPCC, CERCLA, RCRA, TSCA, CWA, CAA, EPCRA, and SARA).
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position requires:
- Ability to work flexible hours to cover multiple shifts and departments
- Regular attendance on site and the ability to work varying or rotating shifts
- Exposure to hot/cold temperature- continuously
- Exposure to noise- continuously
- Lifting/carrying/moving up to 50 pounds
- Twisting and Bending – occasionally
- Sitting- occasionally
- Walking – occasionally
- Hand/Eye Coordination– frequently
- Standing- frequently
Benefits
- 401k Retirement Savings Plan & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Multiple comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription options that start on Day 1
- Quarterly VIP Bonuses
- Healthy living incentives and rewards
- Paid Time Off
- Company Paid Basic Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
About Owens Corning
Masonite is now proudly part of Owens Corning. Owens Corning is a global building and construction materials leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our four integrated businesses – Roofing, Insulation, Doors, and Composites – provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique material science, manufacturing, and market knowledge to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders, and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2023 sales of $9.7 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.
Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.
Nearest Major Market: Rockford