An Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Coordinator coordinates environmental health and safety policies, completes workplace and equipment inspections and implements workplace safety programs. Coordinates occupational safety training for employees. Monitors compliance with occupational safety and environmental regulations. May oversee handling of hazardous materials at a company site.
Environmental, Health, & Safety Coordinator Verdesian Life Sciences - 2.9 South Salt Lake, UT Job Details 2 hours ago Qualifications Incident reporting compliance Spanish Occupational health expertise Program management Environmental compliance permitting projects Incident management Emergency plan implementation for disaster response Coaching Environmental regulatory compliance report Environmental compliance Employee relationship building Reducing accidents via new safety protocols Employee training Metrics Reporting Mid-level Environmental health DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations Key Performance Indicators Occupational safety metrics reporting Bachelor's degree Data analysis for accident investigation Compliance training programs Environmental law compliance support experience Hazard identification and correction Resource Conservation and Recovery Act Regulatory/legal compliance standards in production Regulatory submissions Management reporting Developing onboarding programs
Associate Safety Professional Full Job Description Essential Responsibilities:
Safety Leadership & Engagement Maintain a daily presence on the production floor, building trust and visibility with operators. Lead near-miss reporting, including investigation, follow-up, and closure of corrective actions. Manage the "Be Aware, Take Care" program, promoting active employee participation, daily hazard reviews, and continuous improvement. Conduct safety observations and provide real-time coaching to reinforce safe behaviors. Reinforce housekeeping standards and visual management practices across the site. Risk Management & Incident Response Support and lead risk assessments and hazard identification activities. Develop, review, and execute accident investigations, including root cause analysis, corrective actions, and safety alerts. Implement site-specific safety programs, emergency response plans, and corrective action initiatives. Training & Development Develop and deliver comprehensive HS training and onboarding for: Employees Contractors Vendors Ensure training emphasizes regulatory requirements, safe work practices, and site-specific hazards. Regulatory Compliance & Reporting Manage regulatory reporting, permit applications, and required documentation to maintain compliance with:
EPA / RCRA DOT
Local and state agencies Participate in reviews and approvals of: New chemicals introduced to the site Capital projects impacting HS or environmental compliance Track, analyze, and report HS metrics, including: Incident and injury rates Waste generation Compliance performance Leading and lagging safety indicators Skills & Competencies Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels. Proven ability to motivate teams and drive a strong safety culture. Demonstrated expertise in incident investigation, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement. Ability to build credibility and trust with hourly operators and supervisors. Action-oriented mindset focused on engagement and results—not bureaucracy. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety & Health or equivalent experience.
Safety certification preferred:
Associate Safety Professional (ASP), or Certified Safety & Health Manager (CSHM) Working knowledge of Utah and South Salt Lake regulatory requirements. Experience with EHS management systems (e.g., Velocity, Enhesa Compliance) is a plus. Spanish communication skills are a plus. Physical Demands The physical demands listed below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodation may be made in accordance with applicable law. Regular use of hands for handling, grasping, and fine manipulation. Frequent reaching, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Regularly lift and/or move up to 55 pounds.
Required vision abilities include:
Close and distance vision Color and peripheral vision Depth perception Ability to adjust focus Verdesian Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex, and sexual orientation. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
