EHS Specialist

AFL provides industry-leading fiber optic products and services across the globe. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and now we manufacture over two thousand products, employ over 5,000 associates and consistently generate annual sales in excess of a billion-dollars in revenue.  With our commitment to professional growth and employee development, let AFL “Connect” you to your next career opportunity!

Job Summary

The EHS Specialist coordinates the EHS activities for multiple business units in Texas and the Southeastern US, but is primarily located in the San Antonio and Austin, TX area. This position will ensure that compliance is maintained with AFL, client and regulatory requirements. The incumbent evaluates and recommends solutions to EHS related problems. Construction and/or Telephony experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintains safety processes and procedures
• Conducts investigations into associates’ hazard reporting, suggestions and complaints
• Develops procedures and training for compliance with relevant OSHA Standards and company EHS policies
• Manages investigations, recordkeeping, case management and documentation for all EHS incidents
• Ensures all incidents are recorded and reported according to regulatory and AFL requirements
• Ensures EHS training is conducted for all affected personnel with a focus on strengthening new employee onboarding
• Deploys AFL safety and environmental initiatives
• Tracks and monitors key safety and environmental metrics
• Works with business unit teams to evaluate, develop, and update Safe Work Instructions/Job Safety Analyses
• Manages site Job Observation and EHS auditing processes
• Engages site leadership and associates to ensure effective implementation of key EHS programs and improve organizational culture
• Leverages and analyzes EHS data to identify opportunities for improvement and establish sustainable corrective action plans
• Networks across the EHS organization to identify, share and implement best practices
• Assists with the execution of the ergonomic program though proactive identification of high-risk activities, completion of ergonomic assessments and implementation of corrective action plans

Personal Qualities

• Problem Solving – Excellent ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and provide suggestions for improvements or corrective actions
• Interpersonal skills – Communicates and works well with all levels of the organization; develops relationships with stakeholders to ensure their involvement and commitment
• Initiative – Keeps abreast of changing regulations and procedures; develops new and innovative methods for implementing EHS processes
• Motivation – Eager to learn and grow, has enthusiasm and a willingness to ask questions. Able to establish goals and continuing education plan
• Autonomous – Able to set priorities while working under limited supervision 
• Accommodating – Treats all associates as customers; shows a high degree of empathy for employee concerns and complaints

Qualifications

• 4 year degree in an EHS-related field and 1-4 years of relevant work experience preferred; will consider 2-3 years of practical EHS work experience in lieu of degree
• Incident management, root cause analysis, and investigation skills; ensures appropriate corrective actions are established, tracked and completed in a timely manner
• Knowledgeable in Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) standards
• Requires general personal computer skills as well as the ability to use Microsoft Operating System and specialized EHS systems
• Possess the ability to conduct training for groups of employees in a classroom or field setting with knowledge of adult learner teaching techniques
• Additional preferred qualifications:
  • Knowledge of industry best practices relating to EHS process improvements
  • Ability to interface with multiple levels of the organization and communicate effectively to promote buy-in and reduce or eliminate negative associations with EHS initiatives

Working Conditions

• Use of standard office equipment.
• Moderate pressure to meet customer and company deadlines.
• Work may be indoors or outdoor environments
• Requires significant travel based on project needs.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States of America.