EH&S Coordinator - Temp Slate Hill NY

POSITION SUMMARY

This position reports directly to the Plant Manager at the Slate Hill site and will take EHS functional direction from the Regional EHS Manager. This role is responsible for safety and regulatory compliance, process improvement, and program management.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform Job Hazard Analysis for all plant related tasks (Operations, Maintenance Shipping & Receiving) Perform PPE hazard assessments by identifying workplace risks and determining the required personal protective equipment Conduct safety inspections and audits. Track and resolve action items resulting from them. Develop EHS related employee training content.

Ensures that compliance programs and procedures meet the EHS regulatory requirements. Administers and facilitates employee participation programs including internal audits, safety committee meetings/events, and employee safety observations. Administers industrial hygiene monitoring of employees. Develops and assists in developing site procedures and visual work instructions, especially those that create process or safety improvement.

Maintains all EHS records / documentation. Supports incident management at the site with direction from the regional EHS manager and the plant manager. Collects data and reports on safety incidents and resulting investigations. Drives EHS culture continuous improvement � completes assigned site projects and corporate initiatives while convincing others that zero incidents is possible.

REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to demonstrate the ability to understand the manufacturing process including all regulatory and quality requirements to ensure compliance of procedural and training content. Effective interpersonal and communication skills. Proficiency with computers and various software applications. Problem solving and decision-making skills 3+ years of production and/or EHS experience at a specialty chemical or food plant.

Experience and/or certification to conduct employee safety training as required by OSHA is also desirable. Salary Range: $23-$25 per hour Balchem is committed to a workplace culture that values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equal employment opportunities, and a work environment free of harassment and hostility.