Ehs Specialist I

How You Will Make an Impact

In this role you will work with the EHS Manager and leadership team at the Reading manufacturing plant to assist in the development and implementation of policies, documents and tasks associated with safety/OSHA, EPA and IH practices.  This position will interface with managers as well as team members on the production floor to ensure that employees are following all company policies and provide guidance as needed on best practices you will also provide administrative support for the EHS department. 

The Nuts and Bolts

• Become the 'safety eyes' on the production floor!
• Assist in the investigation process for accidents and injuries including the identification of root cause and necessary corrective action to prevent reoccurrence
• Maintain Compliance data base including entering compliance required information into database as well as completing compliance related safety tasks
• Assist with analyzing and summarizing key metrics to support reporting about safety performance
• Assist with communication of safety procedures, policies, and training as necessary
• Participate in Safety audits and assessments to identify safety deficiencies such as LOTO, Machine Guarding, Hot Work and Electrical Safety; as well as other OSHA regulations 
• Assist with the preparation and/or distribution of Safety related communications and/or postings
• Collaborate with employees to understand problems, issues, and obtain suggested alternatives
• Schedule 3rd party vendors and contractors for on-site training and provide training
• Assist in determination of proper PPE; partner with purchasing to ensure equipment is available when needed throughout the facility

Required Credentials

• One (1) to three (3)  years of previous manufacturing, warehouse or industrial experience
• One (1) to three (3) years of previous safety experience including use of IH and EHS equipment, sampling protocols. Personal air sampling, fall protection and respiratory equipment
• Willing to work towards OSHA 501 Trainer certification, ASP or CSP, or CIH; this includes any other certifications necessary to fulfill site duties
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards, manufacturing environment Safety standards
• Experience with MS Office required; proficiency in Excel

How We Make an Impact

At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. We continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America.

Take the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks!

Some of Our Total Rewards

• We offer big company perks with small company culture:
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 10 paid holidays
• Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
• Paid Training and Development Programs

J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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