Oldcastle Infrastructure

EHS Specialist

LocationElgin, IL
Job TypeOther

About This Job


Job ID: 508271


Exempt

Oldcastle Infrastructure™, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're more than just a manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, or plastic products. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, and more. With our network of more than 80 manufacturing facilities and more than 4,000 employees, we're leading the industry with innovation and a safety-first mindset.

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Job Summary

The EHS Specialist works as a partner with all facets of operations to analyze the manufacturing process to eliminate hazards. This individual will work closely with management by providing guidance, insight, and consultation in support of our company's continuous improvement in the areas of environmental, health and safety. The EHS Specialist will assist employees in identifying and correcting hazards, establishing best safe practices, and training/coaching employees. This individual will be responsible for the daily safety and environmental requirements associated with each crew and will have the support of regional managers, operational leaders and EHS managers/directors to assist and help you grow your career in EHS.


Job Location

This role will be located at our plant in Elgin, IL or Kenosha, WI.


Job Responsibilities

Provide a strong on-the-floor presence that embraces coaching all levels of management, supervisors, and employees toward observing, understanding and correcting behaviors and conditions that can lead to incidents
Work with management to investigate all incident and establish corrective and preventative action plans to eliminate hazards and mitigate risk within the framework of the company's Incident Management System (IMS)
Coordinate with Area EHS Manager to ensure all Environmental, Health and Safety programs are kept updated and management system established to track implementation
Deliver health and safety training and assist in the development of systems for the delivery of such training within the group; administer new hire onboarding training with classroom training and competency in-field testing
Conduct periodic assessments of operations focused on safety compliance, correction of unsafe behaviors and conditions, documenting findings, setting appropriate timelines (with concurrence of local mgmt), providing appropriate levels of support, and tracking action items to completion
Provide technical guidance on all environmental policies and regulations, including Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans, air permitting management, Spill Prevention Control & Countermeasures, and other environmental plans as needed
Review plans and specifications for construction and installation of new machinery or equipment to ensure all safety requirements are met, including authority to sign-off/approve new and relocated machinery/equipment
Assist in the coordination and facilitation of developing and sharing best practices throughout facilities and manufacturing operations
Train and assist management and operations in developing safe operating procedures for the various tasks and hazards in their facilities
Assist management in their establishment of appropriate systems to procure Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and appropriate safety supplies for specific tasks and activities
Lead and support local Safety Action Teams (SATs) that encourages employee engagement and develops future leaders of these teams so they can self-facilitate and perpetuate the learning process
Continuously work to improve the process utilizing six sigma skills
Other duties as assigned


Job Requirements

Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times
Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required
Attend Train the Trainer courses for required areas; crane/rigging, powered industrial vehicle, walking working surface, and First Aid/CPR/AED
Valid Driver's License
2+ Years in EHS and/or Manufacturing with EHS responsibility
Excellent communication skills able to reach across the various functional departments to facilitate seamless integration.
Extensive knowledge of OSHA CFR 1910 and CFR 1926 regulations
Ability to work with other company administrative, production and technical personnel at all levels to achieve plant and corporate goals
Detailed working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Ability to effectively navigate and research regulatory agency and industry related web content


Salary

Salary is negotiable based on experience and ranges from $60k-$80k


What CRH Offers You

Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion


About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.


EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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