Environmental Health and Safety Technician

Job Title:

Environmental, Health & Safety Technician Classification:

Non-Exempt Department:

EHS Reports to:

EHS Manager Position:

Day Shift Position Summary:

Supports the EHS team by conducting inspections, maintaining compliance records, and assisting with environmental and health programs. This role ensures day-to-day safety practices are followed and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Inspections & Audits:

Perform daily, weekly, and monthly EHS inspections of facilities, equipment, and work areas. Use checklists and digital tools to document findings and ensure timely corrective actions. Assist in internal audits to verify compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.

Incident Support:

Assist in investigating workplace incidents, accidents, and near-misses by gathering evidence and statements. Support root cause analysis and help implement corrective and preventive actions. Ensure timely reporting of all incidents, accidents, and near-miss events. Utilize Dakota Software for incident reporting and data entry to ensure compliance and accurate documentation. Assist supervisors and leadership with navigating and using Dakota Software as needed for incident management and reporting. Participate in injury and illness incidents by ensuring all required workers' compensation documents are completed by the injured associate. Ensure the injured or ill associate is safely transported or escorted to a medical facility for evaluation and treatment.

Environmental Compliance:

Monitor waste disposal, recycling, and hazardous material handling to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. Assist with spill prevention programs and emergency response for environmental incidents. Assist with maintaining records for environmental permits and inspections. Collect water samples from designated areas and prepare them for laboratory testing to verify compliance with environmental standards. Complete daily environmental compliance audits in production departments to ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements. Document findings from audits and sampling activities and report any non-conformances to EHS leadership for corrective action.

Equipment Maintenance:

Inspect and calibrate safety equipment such as gas detectors, eyewash stations, AED's, first aid stations/kits and fire extinguishers. Maintain inventory of personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensure availability for employees. Support PPE vending by assisting associates with issues and troubleshooting errors to ensure continuous access to personal protective equipment. Maintain accurate inventory of all EHS-related items, including PPE, first aid materials, waste drums/totes, and other EHS supplies. Monitor stock levels and coordinate replenishment with EHS leadership to prevent shortages and maintain compliance. Operate mobile equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks, carts) to safely transport materials and items as part of EHS tasks.

Training & Emergency Preparedness:

Participate in emergency drills and assist in evaluating effectiveness. Ensure emergency equipment is accessible and functional. Complete all required training in a timely manner to maintain compliance and readiness.

Documentation:

Maintain inspection reports and ensure they are properly entered into Microsoft Forms. Prepare summaries from internal audit results. Assist in tracking KPIs and generating monthly safety performance reports.

Continuous Improvement:

Participate in safety committee meetings and provide feedback on improvement initiatives. Suggest practical solutions for hazard reduction and process improvements. Support implementation of new safety technologies and programs. Skills & Capabilities Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication. Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite . Ability to read and comprehend basic English Ability to follow instructions Ability to work in hot/cold environments. Education & Experience High school diploma or equivalent. 1-3 years of experience in EHS or related field. OSHA 10-Hour Certification (preferred).