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Specialty Granules

EH&S Specialist

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What they do

A Health and Safety Engineer develops workplace processes and procedures that help prevent people from getting injured or sick on the job, and also prevent property from being damaged. Works in industrial and manufacturing settings. Evaluates systems for health risks and designs solutions to minimize risks.

$112,205 / year median in California

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

Company Introduction:
Over 90 years of quality products and superior service.
Job Summary:
Job Summary The EHS Specialist function utilizes the existing procedures and their acquired knowledge toprovide EHS technical support to the Plant through coordination of EHS activities and programs.

This role supports the implementation, execution, and maintenance of the environmental,health, and safety systems for the plant. As the EHS Specialist, you will work collaboratively with the Corporate EHS team, PlantManagement, Production, Maintenance, and Engineering team members and focus on variousprojects and initiatives within these teams. Essential Duties Review accidents and incidents, conduct field audits and reporting and oversee EHScorrective actions. Coordinate with Plant Manager, Production, Maintenance, and Engineering Departmentson facility, safety, and personnel training deficiencies through site audits and inspections. Support EHS management system through proactive engagement with the EHSprogram champions Survey employee population to identify safety concerns and implement correctiveactions to address. Learn and conduct industrial hygiene sampling, reporting, and compliance with the goalof meeting the SGI target of ½ of all allowable limits. Ensure that Corporate EHS management practices are embedded in the operation andthese management practices are driving the appropriate behavior. Identify site-specific circumstances requiring changes to the EHS management system,and enable the successful implementation and sustainability at a local level. Utilizing the EHS Enterprise System (Velocity - EHS) - record and analyze accident andincident records and make recommendations regarding corrective actions, emphasizingpro-active intervention. Partner with plant leadership and operators, ensuring that the plant is free from risks tothe environment, health, and safety. Conduct accident investigations, together with site management develop a response toMSHA citations and challenges to citations as warranted. Conduct required environmental sampling, reporting and permitting in coordination withthe Corporate Environmental Manager. Assist with the new employee completion of EHS training for all employees. Partner with plant leadership to ensure that accident and incident investigations areconducted in a timely, effective, and thorough manner to determine root cause andprevention measures. Conduct all plant visits/tours by government agencies. Ensure the findings of accident investigations, safety inspections, audits, and riskassessments are brought to the attention of leadership and others who may be affected. Coordinate with appropriate industry related vendors, internal stakeholders, and SMEs,related to the EHS needs of the organization. Coordinate HS training and records across the plant (Engineering, Maintenance, Adminetc.) Support plant leadership on capital project planning to align sustainability efforts withcapital and engineering projects Competencies Safety Focus Coaching Delivering High Impact Presentations Influencing Initiating Action Decision Making Communication Positivie Approach Qualifications Required Bachelor's Degree required; Preferably in Occupational Environmental, Health & Safety,Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Industrial Engineering or related field Required Experience with training and auditing 2 years of Environmental, Health, and Safety experience (Preferred) General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Continue to build knowledge of the company and processes Excellent communication ability (written & verbal) An assertive approach to solving problems Ability to prioritize, to multitask, and handle multiple projects simultaneously Computer (intermediate knowledge) G-Suite (Google) GMail, Sheets, Docs, Slides (intermediate) (or similar) Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Basic knowledge of hazardous energy sources, mobile equipment, ergonomics, machinesafeguarding, electrical safety, fire prevention, elevated work surfaces, respiratory protection, hazard communication, and other major safety standards Basic knowledge of EHS theories and practices Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes and technologies Basic knowledge with MSHA regulations and handling inspections Budget Management (basic knowledge) Leadership/Supervisor Experience Strong leadership skills Provides guidance to team members Accountable for own contributions
Travel Requirements:
10% domestically Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications.
Base Salary Range:
$72,000-$99,000 At Specialty Granules LLC , we believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, and vacation package for all full-time permanent positions. Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer-sponsored visa (work permit). If you are currently an SGI employee, please do not apply here. Please apply through the "Jobs Hub" section, which can be accessed under your Apps in Workday. SGI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate's qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. SGI complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT. Privacy Notice Application Notice For more than 90 years, Specialty Granules LLC (SGI) has been a leading producer of semi-ceramic coated, colored mineral granules for the North American residential and commercial roofing industry. Our longevity is a testament to our dependability as a supplier and the durability of our products. We take pride in the long-term relationships we have cultivated with the roofing industry's manufacturers. A privately held company, we have the ability and resources to provide exceptional customer service through our high standards of product quality, innovation, and responsiveness to the needs of our customers. In addition to our Headquarters and Technical Center in Hagerstown, MD, we operate 4 manufacturing locations across the U.S. — Blue Ridge Summit, PA (also called Charmian); Annapolis, MO; Pembine, WI (also called Kremlin); and Ione, CA. In each of the communities in which we are located, SGI has become a premier place to work. Our employees enjoy our strong emphasis on safety, our positive work environment, competitive wages and benefits, and our long term stability.