Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Job description

Position Overview The Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist – Supply Chain, provides technical support and tactical execution of the Environmental, Health, and Safety program, within the distribution centers. Reporting to the Safety Manager and working closely with others within the Human Resources, Risk Management and Legal departments, the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist – Supply Chain will help develop and implement the IIPP/Safety Programs within the distribution center. The EHS Specialist will be the associate’s safety partner and will strive to inspire the employee’s commitment to comply with company safety standards and maintain a safe work environment. The EHS Specialist will report directly to the Safety Manager for the area and indirectly to the DC General Manager. A Day in the Life Serve as a safety representative for the supply chain assisting the Safety Manager in coordinating and implementing all areas of the safety programs. Chair of the Distribution Center Safety Committees. Develop Safety Committee members. Participate in the development, implementation, monitoring and optimization of safety, health, and hazardous materials and waste policies, practices, and procedures throughout the supply chain facilities in compliance with governmental regulations including Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations. With cross-departmental collaboration, conduct supply chain safety training. Independently conduct regular audits of the supply chain operations, including facilities, machinery, and safety equipment, to identify and remediate potential compliance issues, safety risks, and other opportunities for better safety practices and coach associates about better safety practices. Ensure compliance with safety programs and applicable federal, state and local laws. Assist with conducting risk assessments related to jobs performed (Job Hazard Analysis) and new equipment introductions. Recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures to management, including ergonomic considerations. Assist the DC EHS Manager in developing, implementing and monitoring Safety policies, procedures, claims reporting forms, procedures and activities. Assist with maintaining OSHA injury and illness records. Analyze injury trends and prepare recommendations for prevention. Analyze and make recommendations regarding safety costs and initiatives. Conduct or coordinate worker training in areas such as safety laws and regulations, hazardous condition monitoring, and use of safety equipment. Responder to facility emergency events. Performs special projects assigned by the Safety Manager. You'll Come With Basic Qualifications: • 2+ years of experience in safety with 30-hour OSHA certification or OSHA 511 course certification or a Bachelors Degree in related field. • Working knowledge of OSHA regulations as well as other regulatory standards • Ability to analyze accident data, new processes, and machinery for potential safety concerns and conduct job hazard and job safety analyses. • Strong time management skills • Strong interpersonal, presentation, verbal and written communication skills • Ability to balance and prioritize multiple projects • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Works independently on a daily basis providing quality reports, analysis and policies in Safety • Daily interaction with managers, staff, and external auditors. Periodic interaction with local emergency response groups and regulatory agencies • Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents • Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from regulatory agencies, or members of the business community • Ability to effectively present information to management • Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference • Able to maintain confidentiality in matters involving security and/or personnel issues • Experience with OSHA regulations Physical Requirements: General office environment requiring ability to: • stand, walk, sit for extended periods of time • speak and listen to others in person and over the phone • use keyboard and read from computer screen and reports • lift up to 15 lbs. Come join our team. You’re going to like it here! You will enjoy competitive wages, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full-time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan. We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity Individual pay decisions will be based on a variety of factors, such as but not limited to, qualifications, education, job-related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location. Compensation Range: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00