EHS Specialist Douglas Dynamics is North America's premier manufacturer and up-fitter of work truck attachments and equipment. Our belief is that our employees and culture are just as important to the company as serving our customers. We place a high value on building a team and working environment where individuals can succeed professionally and personally. As a team member at Douglas Dynamics, you can expect to make a difference through your work, to have a direct impact on the achievement of a very meaningful mission to serve our customers, to advance your career, and to have room for fun and fulfillment in your daily life. We encourage you to consider joining our team, where we offer top notch benefits, multiple avenues for advancement and a great working environment. Grow, Improve, and Engage is our focus as an organization to ensure we succeed by executing the right things. These are our Core Values and are How We Win in the marketplace. The Winning Behaviors are what each Douglas Dynamics employee does to support the success of our company. They are the expectations of all of us to help ensure we focus on winning as an organization the right way! Our Winning Behaviors are: Be Customer & Results Driven Anticipate the Possibilities Collaborate & Care Communicate Responsibly Develop Self & OthersGet Better Every DayThe EHS Specialist is responsible for developing and maintaining Henderson Products safety initiatives, polices and culture. Developing safe working conditions for all Henderson Products employees through shop floor presence, focused on ergonomic assessments and risk analysis. This position is responsible for Henderson's overall employee safety, environmental compliance and health program with a concentration on leading implementation of risk reduction projects at our Upfit locations. Job responsibilities include the following: Parts with EHS team to implement safety and health standards, criteria and guidelines, such as those issued by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA Health, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and all other applicable regulations. Schedule and conduct training sessions based upon job specific requirements. Training may include: General Safety Awareness, Supervisor Safety Training, Fall Protection, Electrical Safety, Respiratory Protection, and other job-specific training. Support onboarding of new hires with all Safety related training including job specific safety training. Demonstrate a culture that identifies health and safety opportunities and documents those for trends and predictive analysis Lead safety incident investigation teams to determine root cause, corrective, and preventive actions Establish and manage ergonomic, injury case management and return to work programs Train and assist personnel on the safety programs including, but not limited to, development of job hazard analysis, job safety, incident investigation, accident prevention plans, permit-to-work process. Interface with functional first line management and supervision, ensuring risk management methodologies are being incorporated into all facets of operation. Complete Upfit Location visits / inspections to ensure compliance with Henderson safety programs. Review and maintain the site preparedness and emergency plans and procedures Oversee hazardous chemicals and waste storage area, waste reduction monitoring and ensure regulatory agency compliance, labeling, proper disposal and documentation Responsible for risk assessment and analysis including: Accountable for completing permit applications and work with environmental and safety groups and consultants to ensure compliance in permit reporting requirements Ensure inspections by regulatory agencies are coordinated and corrective actions are followed through accordingly. Ensure all permits, reporting requirements and audits are met promptly for both environmental and safety compliance Conduct regular site inspections in coordination with Operations Maintain relevant EHS logs and documentations Partner with HR to ensure filing systems regarding employee training are maintained and any Worker's Compensation related issues Lead, investigate, review, compile timely and accurate reports and follow through all workplace accidents and incidents such as OSHA incidents Assist in emergency response, safety response, manage and administer first aid, including AEDRemain updated of environmental and safety regulations changes that affect the Company Develop the sustainability program and ensure documentation kept up to date Routine and documented inspection of potential risk tools, job aids and equipment A fulfilling career with the ability to contribute to an Industry leader A comprehensive suite of benefits Competitive salary commensurate with experience A generous 401k match Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, environmental laws, and employee safety and health issues Technological skills required with knowledge of operation's manufacturing software, as well as Microsoft products, including Excel, Power Point and Word. Organizational, detail, and follow-up skills Leadership: a demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a strong team player Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health, Safety, Business, or other relative area preferred Minimum of 3 years' experience in Safety, employee relations, industrial hygiene, environmental compliance, or equivalent Our focus on integrity, teamwork, and high performance creates an ideal work environment for every one of our employees. We offer competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Discover our opportunities and come see all the ways you can do more at Douglas Dynamics. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Douglas Dynamics, LLC does not discriminate against qualified applicants in hiring based on race, color, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
