EHS Specialist

The EHS Specialist reports directly to the Plant Manager at the facility and is responsible for continuously monitoring and adapting safety procedures and operations to ensure a safe and fully compliant work environment for all associates at Regal Rexnord. What You'll Do: Develops, improves, and deploys Environmental Health and Safety internal procedures and controls. Drives Environmental/ Health and Occupational Safety Management Systems, Waste Minimization, Emergency Management, Employee Engagement, communication etc. in accordance with ISO 9001 requirements. Responsible to obtain and update required permits and EH&S reports to regulatory authorities. Conduct safety meetings, audits, and inspections to ensure compliance, evaluate performance, identify corrective action, and implement follow up assessments to drive performance. Lead accident investigations and evaluate risk management to mitigate significant hazards and loss trends. Manage workers compensation and claims management, including coordinating return to work activities and claim resolution. Function as a liaison between government officials and Regal Rexnord on all safety and environmental related issues. Ensure all Fire and Emergency Equipment (Extinguishers, Pumps, Smoke Detectors, Sprinklers, Valves, and Fire Alarms) are complying and functional. Participate in Kaizen events and other committees. Deploy and manage ergonomic standards within the site. Report on Health and Safety issues and statistics on a timely manner. Supervises the activities of the security team for the site. Implement and facilitate environmental, health and safety education and training to support regulatory and business requirements. Be capable of aligning the local team and influencing others to achieve the desired EHS performance objectives outlined by corporate initiatives, business unit initiatives, and local/site initiatives. Develop and implement annual Environmental Health and Safety compliance calendar. Lead Environmental Health and Safety discussion during Safety Operation Review. Partners with leadership team and plant manager to create a safety and sustainability culture through performing job risk assessments and behavior modification programs. Provide hiring, promotion, and disciplinary action recommendations, as well as performance evaluation and feedback for direct reports. Provide subject matter expertise, manages risks, and develops strategies and standardized methods to ensure continuous improvement in the EHS function. Raise awareness at all organizational levels of the impact of emerging EHS issues including ethical, social responsibility, best practices, and legislation. Build strong relationships with other internal functions. Perform other related duties as assigned. Skills: Strong Interpersonal and communication skills, detailed oriented, well organized, self-motivated, and strong work ethics. Strong knowledge to coach and mentor others. In-depth knowledge of Environmental Health and Safety Regulations. Ability to work and engage with all levels of stakeholders. Requirements: Bachelor's degree preferred Previous Manufacturing Experience required 3-5 years of EHS management experience required, similar levels, or areas. Site Responsibility is a plus. Acting in a supervisory/management/leader role Strong understanding of environmental regulations Travel:

Up to 10% Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA) Paid Time Off and Holidays 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Paid Leaves Tuition Assistance Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

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