EHS Specialist

Who is Jtec

Locally owned and operated with large customer base across the US, Canada, and Mexico. Jtec is vertically integrated - our team does it all! From marketing and selling our product, on to R&D and production engineering teams. Raw materials coming in are machined, welded, painted, assembled, and shipped out to our customers. All with help and assistance along the way from administration and support roles: safety, inventory, quality, production support, maintenance, human resources, and more. We work to help each other improve, grow, and advance together .

What is Jtec

Jtec is at the forefront of new technology and growth, creating innovative solutions for an evolving material handling industry. In 2010, Jtec's flagship product was born: the CarryMore Tugger Cart System . This impressive Mother/Daughter cart tandem design would make its own reputation by reducing costs for users and improving delivery times to the lines and safety in the workplace. It continues today, in a continually evolving design, as the company's best-selling design. In 2016, Jtec's newest product line was introduced: CarryMatic Autonomous Materials Movement System , which is an electric powered system that allows for hands-free transport of materials working with AGV's and AMR's. Jtec Industries has a robust product catalog with four lines, and we are known for our expertise in cart solutions. With a commitment to quality and innovation , Jtec Industries is a trusted partner for businesses seeking to optimize their material handling processes.

Employee Engagement Focused - Employees are more than a number to Jtec

• Quarterly employee engagement activities - usually involving favored foods such as our BBQ catered famous holiday luncheon , hamburger cookouts, Tremont Turkey Festival meal, and more.
• One-on-one discussions 2-3 times per year to gain insight on areas the company and employees can grow together .
• Teambuilding and friendly competition with bags/cornhole matches, giant jenga, etc..
• Rotating "Teamwork Task Force" Employee Engagement Committee to help generate ideas for company events and choose our Jtec Masters' Employee of the Month.
• And did we mention we like food?! Periodic Wellness Wednesday snacks and Fresh Cut Fruit Cup Fridays!

Competitive Pay and Benefits

• Regular benchmarking our positions and benefits to remain competitive.
• 401K Match : 100% company match of employee contributions up to 3% deferral, 50% company match of employee contributions between 3% and 5% deferral.
• Company provided life insurance for employees and dependents.
• Additional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, critical illness and accident insurances offered.
• Affordable health/dental/vision insurance.
• High-deductible health plan with the option of HSA (Health Savings Account) with company match program.
• Health and/or dependent care FSA (Flexible Spending Account).
• Comprehensive Wellness Program (company paid annual biometric screening, health challenges, webinars, and more).
• Start accruing paid time off from day one.
• Eight paid holidays annually : New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas day, and an additional Floating Holiday placed annually by management.

Summary/Objective

The EHS (Environmental Health & Safety) Specialist will drive full-time environmental, health, and safety programs to all Jtec facilities. Will drive Safety Campaigns, inspections/investigations and monitor programs to ensure that the sites manufacturing practices and the safety of our employees are a number one priority as well as in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Evaluates risks and develops/coordinates tasks and activities related to the facility's safe operation and continual elevation of safety and environmental programs.

Duties and responsibilities

• Regularly reviews EHS regulations, develops, updates, and supports implementation of various EHS policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance with Jtec, and government EHS standards.
• Adheres to all plant and position - specific safety policies, procedures, and standards.
• Educates team members on safe operations of new processes or modifications.
• Effectively communicates Jtec's stand on safety throughout the facilities to ensure all employees believe in and behave in a manner that supports our stand that all accidents are preventable, safety is everyone's responsibilities, and that working safely is a condition of employment at Jtec.
• Maintains a leadership presence on the plan floor, influence employee and leadership behaviors, and fully engage employees in the safety process.
• Coordinates facility promotion and implementation of an EHS culture, which secures effective implementation of policies, procedures, and responsibilities.
• Coordinates and enhances plant knowledge, engagement, and stability for OSHA's Voluntary Protection Program and lead the team to remail certified through sustainable programs and processes, including a culture of employee ownership, incident reporting, risk reduction and continuous improvement.
• Coordinates and conducts safety inspections and leads the facility incident investigation process to ensure incidents are reported on time, root causes are identified, and corrective actions are tracked through closure.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement, provide recommendations with priorities and action plans for review with management
• Ensures proper follow-up, resolution and RCCA of all concerns identified through assessments, inspections, monitoring activities, or other means.
• Develops and delivers training to employees on EHS programs, including new employee orientation.
• Maintains all safety training documentation and/or certifications as required by company, state, and federal occupational health and safety standards.
• Leads monitoring activities necessary to ensure compliance with EHS regulations and Jtec initiatives, including material, process, and equipment review, emission and waste tracking, industrial hygiene, noise, ergonomics, visible emissions, odors, water discharges, control system parameters, etc.
• Evaluates new materials, materials use, equipment, and processes for potential risks and recommend modifications before introduction to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, promote a safe work environment and protect the environment.
• Develops, conducts, and maintains Job Safety/Hazard Assessments and environmental impact assessments and recommend preventative/corrective action where hazards exist.
• Tracks, monitors, and reports Jtec Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Other jobs and/or duties as directed by direct supervisor or other members of management.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Preferred, but not required Associate in Science or Bachelor's of Science in related field.
• 1-3 years prior EHS or Safety Coordinator experience required.
• Experience in manufacturing is strongly desired.
• Experience and working knowledge of Federal/State regulatory requirements (OSHA, DOT, EPA, etc.).

Technology

• Windows PC proficiency
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Knowledge

• Ability to analyze accident data, new processes, and machinery for potential safety concerns and conduct job hazard and job safety analyses.
• Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong time management skills, ability to balance and prioritize multiple projects.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, oral, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Daily interaction with managers, staff, and temporary workers. Periodic interaction with local emergency response groups and regulatory agencies.
• Ability to effectively present information to management and/or for training.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
• Able to maintain confidentiality in matters involving security and/or personnel issues.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Sound technical capabilities (i.e., good math and science skills as well as understanding of process equipment and operations).
• Affinity for accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated safety and environmental impact awareness.
• Demonstrated safety and environmental regulatory understanding and ability to comprehend and interpret regulatory codes and other legal documents.
• Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Information Ordering - The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern.
• Speech Clarity - The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
• Written Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

Other Attributes

• Dependability - Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.
• Integrity - Job requires being honest and ethical.
• Cooperation - Job requires being pleasant and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
• Leadership - Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.
• Initiative - Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
• Stress Tolerance - Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
• Analytical Thinking - Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.

Working conditions

• Sounds, Noise - Job requires frequent exposure to noises that may be distracting or uncomfortable
• Contact With Others - Job requires daily, frequent contact with others: face-to-face, phone and email
• Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled - Job requires working in a metal fabrication and warehouse environment without a cooling system
• Freedom to Make Decisions - Job offers decision making freedom as directed by the Production Manager
• Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment - Job requires constant use of the required personal protective equipment

Physical requirements

• Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as lifting, walking, stooping, and handling of materials
• Must be able to move about the assigned area and able to stoop, bend, and reach overhead
• Must be able to position self to inspect products and equipment at ground level
• Must be able to move products or equipment weighing up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to stand and work on your feet for an entire shift
• Must be able to work in safety sensitive role, fit for duty and free of any adverse effects of drugs or alcohol, including prescribed or over the counter drugs or other substances which may alter job performance during working times (e.g., drowsiness, impaired reflexes or reaction time, lack of concentration, etc.)

Equal Opportunity Employer Jtec is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, genetic information, age, order of protection status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, or any other protected category.