EHS Coordinator - Weekend Shift

Job-ID: 13342; Location(s): McPherson, KS 

Weekend Shift: Mon & Friday: 7:00 AM– 3:30 PM and Sat & Sun: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Job Description Summary
Under general supervision this position is responsible for being the point of contact for EHS related activities associated with tracking and claims management of safety incidents and injuries, including investigations, guiding the reporting process, workers compensation management, OSHA recordkeeping, and tracking corrective actions through completion. They will also be involved with EHS program maintenance, documentation of training, metrics, and trend reporting.

Job Description Details
Responsibilities:

• Provides support and training to supervisors and coordinators regarding the reporting and management of EHS policies and procedures.
• Coordinates, administers, and oversees Viega LLC’s workers’ compensation program.
• Processes and documents all workers compensation claims in coordination with Workers Compensation Carrier.
• Maintains the OSHA 300 logs for Viega LLC sites and associated tracking of restricted duty, days away and other injury tracking processes.
• Coordinates with injured employees and medical providers to ensure employee receives needed care.
• Serve as point of contact for EHS department and assist in the routing and tracking or needed actions for the site.
• Establishes and maintains the EHS intranet site.
• Coordinates PPE programs for safety glasses and safety shoes.
• Acts as the hub for the restricted duty program.
• Contributes to EHS Department trainings and communications.
• Maintains EHS training calendar and records.
• Develop or update contents of these trainings and presentations and contributing to other communications sent by EHS Department.
• Coordinates EHS meetings and meeting actions.
• Provides support to all employees in any EHS matter by acting as technical and procedural resource.
• Orders various safety supplies using the purchasing system or company credit card.
• Helps to manage and maintains EHS files (electronic and hard copy).
• May attend trade shows and participates in professional safety-related associations in order to maintain a current body of knowledge that may be incorporated into the workplace.

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to compute and understand statistical data and provide relevant data in an understandable manner to various audiences or groups.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, effective training, and compile reports related to subject matter.
• Ability to effectively present focused EHS and/or operational information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Solid knowledge of records maintenance skills.
• Solid knowledge of computer use and applications such as Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Solid knowledge of and management of workers’ compensation claims process.
• Basic knowledge of project management in order to establish timelines for various projects.
• Basic knowledge of report writing and maintenance of statistical records.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a diverse organization.
• Ability to work with limited supervision to complete assignments.
• Ability to deal with highly confidential and sensitive information.
• Ability to feel comfortable in presenting information before groupings of employees.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and some industrial safety.

Other

• Attends meetings as required and/or assigned.
• Performs other duties as required and/or assigned

Special Job Dimensions

• May be required to travel for training and professional development opportunities.

Required Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of computer software/programs such as Microsoft Office, Excel
• Excellent communicator able to conduct business with credibility.
• Ability to perform with superior service, reflecting a positive company image while sustaining a positive attitude with those you interact with; always going above and beyond to help others, regardless of their position and department
• Innovative: able to develop new concepts and to deliver creative solutions
• Ability to measure and communicate site and company metrics related to WC or EHS.
• Ability to plan, and then be flexible within that plan
• Proactive; having drive and commitment
• Ability to think strategically and at an individual level
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of the company

Education, Certification/License & Work Experience:

• High school degree or GED is required;
• Associate’s degree is preferred; Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in Workers Compensation, EHS or technical trade.

Equivalent Combinations Of Education And Experience May Be Considered.

Your contact person:

Kristi Davis  -  Kristi.Davis@viega.us -  

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