EHS Specialist - job 1 of 2

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Therma Tru Corporation is committed to providing a safe workplace and promoting the health and safety of its associates. Workplace safety and managing the operation of our company in an environmentally responsible manner is the responsibility of each associate. Associates are responsible for participating in our Company’s incident and injury prevention programs as well as our Company’s environmental programs. All associates must comply with our environmental, health and safety policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. 

In this position, you’ll have the opportunity to: grow and learn through opportunities to assist with all aspects of our EHSS management systems.  Coordinate the safety and health function plant wide by assisting in the implementation of effective safety policies, procedures and training programs based on task analysis and needs assessment. Assist in developing and implementing EHSS programs, policies and training initiatives. This position will require strong communication with Plant and Leadership members.  The ideal candidate will be able to perform technical work in a wide-range of environmental, health, and safety disciplines to ensure a safe work environment and achieve compliance with our Environmental, Health, Safety and Security standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support day to day Environmental, Health, Safety and Security operations including Ergonomic programs and initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and maintain programs, systems, and procedures necessary to ensure the overall health and safety of associates.
• Review and approve new and existing equipment design with coordination through Operations and Engineering.
• Conduct incident investigations for accidents, incidents, injuries and complaints concerning potential hazards or unsafe conditions in the workplace.
• Perform various presentations on EHS topics to all associates including OSHA Regulatory Training, PSM, Ergonomics and other topics.
• Collaborate with Plant Safety Committee, Learning Teams and Department CI meetings, driving participation, supplying critical data, coaching and support.
• Maintain Records: Training, Contractor Agreements and Facility Safety Requirements.
• Assist with management of plant security.
• Fabrication team direction – Dotted line responsibility for fabrication associate(s), ensuring they are completing ergonomic and safety projects while balancing production needs.
• Serve as a technical expert and provide direction for EHSS and Ergonomics.
• Provide technical advice and interpretation of various regulations and policies; maintain working knowledge of regulations.
• Identify, assess, and monitor workplace hazards that could be present in the work area; remediate hazards, and/or recommend improvements to minimize hazard potential, including ergonomic assessments and data analysis to reduce the risk of musculoskeletal injuries.
• Recommend improvements in processes, design, procedures and operating equipment.
• Provide onsite support during emergencies and emergency recovery efforts.
• Coordinate projects with EHS vendors and contractors.
• Develop and manage capital expenditures.
• Provide assistance to other sites for Health and Safety needs as requested.

Successful candidates will have:

• Four-year degree in EHS, Ergonomics or related field required.
• Ergonomics experience required.
• EHS and/ or ergonomic certifications highly preferred.
• Two plus years of work experience in ergonomics and environmental, health and safety related field.
• Familiarity with relevant ergonomic software and tools for analysis and simulation.
• Practical, hands-on experience with ergonomics, providing education/training, risk assessment, Incident Investigation, etc.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Word and Excel and Power Point.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, highly detail orientated.
• Self-starter, motivated individual.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure while managing competing priorities in a rapid growth environment.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• OSHA, NIOSH and ANSI standard knowledge and experience.

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $78,000 - $95,700. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location.  In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands Innovation (FBIN) is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within our operating segments: water, outdoors and security. We have an impressive track record of strong financial results, market outperformance and growth, which translates into career and professional growth opportunities for associates. Please visit our website at fbin.com to learn more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FBIN is an equal opportunity employer. FBIN evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. To support our efforts, we invite you to voluntarily share your gender, ethnicity, and veteran status. This information is confidential and helps us ensure an inclusive hiring process and improve our diversity initiatives.

Reasonable Accommodations

FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.