JOB TITLE: EHS Specialist

Key Responsibilities:

Support PSM and Environmental Health & Safety programs - will provide expertise on safety, health and environment to line management. Write and maintain standards, compile reports and submit to various regulatory agencies. Provide technical and regulatory EHSS guidance for programs including non-hazardous and hazardous waste, wastewater management, air emissions, hazard communication, injury and illness prevention, industrial hygiene, lab safety, emergency preparedness, facilities / contractor safety, and pollution prevention.Develop, implement, deliver and track effective training programs.Lead job hazard analysis assessments and new equipment and / or process safety reviews. Monitor closure of action items.Implement and coordinate the site emergency response plan.Provide effective Incident Response and follow up.Oversee and conduct Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis.Ensure injury and illness cases are effectively managed to closure and preventive measures are identified, communicated, and implemented.Participate in EHSS inspection program and track corrective action items to completion.Support annual environmental permit submissions, assist with preparation of regulatory reports (wastewater, hazardous materials business plans, air district reports etc.).Participate in EHSS audits as appropriate.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in science, safety or environmental management.Thorough knowledge of federal, state and local EHSS regulations.Professional Certification: ASP/CSP, CMMS or other certifications a plus.Minimum 3-5 years of experience in an environmental, health, safety or related discipline.Preferred experience working with PSM.Experience in implementing and sustaining OH&S programs strongly preferred.Demonstrated ability to recognize, evaluate, and recommend controls for workplace hazards.Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to interact with outside regulatory agencies.Demonstrated proficiency with computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheet, and slide presentations required.Experience with behavior-based safety and root cause investigation techniques as well as delivering safety training and maintaining accurate records.Respirator certified and be able to wear protective equipment required during emergency response to a chemical spill an asset.Able to work flexible hours and/or overtime when needed.Frequently required to conduct production floor and warehouse visits to perform inspections, drills, EHSS audits and may serve as an incident commander in ERT activities all of which may require prolonged standing or walking, negotiation of obstacles and bending or stooping during.Travel may be required – up to 10% annually.

Our Company:

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.  

 

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

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