EHS Coordinator

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About CertainTeed

Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Valley Forge, Pa., has helped shape the building products industry for more than 100 years.

Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," quickly inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed® is North America's leading brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, fence, decking, railing, trim, insulation, gypsum and ceilings.

A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, the world's largest building products company, CertainTeed and its affiliates have more than 5,700 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada.

For five consecutive years, the company has received top honors from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for its contributions in protecting the environment and was most recently the recipient of the 2013 ENERGY STAR Sustained Excellence Award. The group had total sales of approximately $3.3 billion in 2013. 

Position Overview

The intent of the Environmental Health And Safety (EHS) Coordinator position is to serve as the site EHS leader for the CertainTeed R&D Materials Testing Laboratory and the CertainTeed and Saint-Gobain NA Corporate Headquarters in Malvern, PA.

The position will work closely with CertainTeed and SG site management and the SGNA EHS Department to help ensure a safe and healthful working environment, protect the surrounding environment that may be impacted by the facility, improve employee relations and productivity, and minimize business risk through the identification and elimination/minimization of environmental, health and safety risks.

The position requires a good understanding of regulatory issues within the functional areas and the exercise of independent judgment and utilization of EHS knowledge to develop and implement site programs and procedures. The position will also consult with and receive direction from North Atlantic EHS Regional Manager for program implementation. 

Responsibilities  

The individual in this position will: 

• Provide EHS technical and day-to-day support to the Malvern, PA campus for EHS matters to meet company and site objectives and to ensure regulatory compliance;
• Development and implement new site EHS policies, procedures, and programs to ensure a safe and healthy working environment, and protect the surrounding environment that may be impacted by the facility;
• Participate in (as requested) on-site EHS audits and inspections to determine compliance with internal and external requirements and to evaluate workplace hazards; and
• Develop and implement EHS training programs;
• Act as a visible role model of accident prevention and safe work practices. 

Specific Duties: 

Contractor Safety Management: (75% during construction, 5% post construction) 

• Provide site coordination between Saint-Gobain, CertainTeed, Landlord, and GC during building construction of the new SG/CT HQ ("Project").
• Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with internal and external construction standards, SGNA's EHS program, and site specific safety requirements.
• Provide contractor site orientation during the Project and thereafter, maintain records of "approved" contractors.
• Vet new site contractors for safety to ensure adherence to SG contractor expectations, provide daily safety support and site inspections during the Project and issue permits (hot work, electric, roof access, etc.) and permit follow up as needed. 

General Site Support 

• Serves as the primary site EHS contact for the Malvern, PA office and R&D complex.
• On-going support duties include: maintain site environmental permits, complete EHS internal and external monthly and annual reporting; champion a monthly EHS Committee meeting; support and serve as the EHS site lead for the organization of special site events such as EHS Day and Earth Day; coordinate and perform timely incident investigations and management reports; perform evaluations for reported concerns of facility EHS risks; maintain and contribute to the EHS monthly communication message boards (closed circuit site TV); service as the site coordinator for EHS vendors; and serve as the site regulatory liaison between Saint-Gobain, CertainTeed and local regulatory agencies (Fire Marshal, OSHA, EPA).
• As requested, provide appropriate reports and presentations to site management.  

EHS Program Development & Implementation 

• Develop and implement site EHS programs, policies, and procedures as needed consistent with Global/business objectives to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Programs include, but are not limited to: Emergency Preparedness & Response (all aspects), Hazard Communication and SDS Management, Ergonomics, Electrical Safety, SG Safety Standards, Risk Assessment, SPCC and Storm Water.
• Responsible for management of the site waste program, includes Hazardous Waste, Universal Waste, and PA Residual Waste management, tracking, and annual regulatory reporting; establishing and maintain site recycling program and seeking opportunities for waste minimization. 

R&D EHS Responsibilities 

• Lead the implementation/on-going maintenance of a chemical approval process and maintain a site SDS management system (serve as the site lead for SiteHawk).
• Serve as the site Radiation Safety Officer (RSO), maintain accurate inventory of radiological devices, maintain site licenses and registrations and ensure license/registration conditions are met.
• Perform safety and toxic risk assessments, includes performing industrial hygiene monitoring.
• Lead the development of JSA's and other site procedures to reduce risks in any R&D labs.
• Lead the organization of teams to perform new equipment inspections at the start-up of the R&D center.
• Assist with SPD and EHS Checklists as needed. 

EHS Training & Education 

• Implement a site EHS Training matrix to ensure appropriate and timely training is provided via live classroom, e-Learning, WebEx, etc.
• Serve as the primary site administrator for the management and delivery of site web based training such as the DuPont/Coastal solution and the internal SG e-Learning system.
• This includes assigning employees for training and maintaining training records in accordance with the SG Record Retention Policy.
• Develop and present live EHS training programs as necessary. Provide EHS orientation for new site hires. 

Problem Solving  

• Develop EHS programs, procedures, processes and methods that achieve greater effectiveness and adherence to SG guidelines for the Malvern, PA complex.
• Identify recommendations for action.
• Provide candid constructive input to management decisions and actively support those decisions.
• The incumbent works independent, as well as with some direction from the SGNA EHS Regional Manager. 

Qualifications 

The successful candidate must have/be: 

• Strong organization skills;
• Self-motivated;
• Able to work independently;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Able to work calmly while under pressure;
• A high degree of initiative;
• High ethical standards;
• Solid project management skills; and
• Solid communication skills (both verbal and written).  

Education & Experience:  

• A Bachelor of Science degree in an Environmental/Industrial Hygiene discipline, science or engineering is required.
• The candidate should have a minimum of 5 years of direct EHS experience, and it is beneficial if that experience is in a manufacturing or R&D setting.
• The individual must understand IH sampling methods and techniques, the audit process and design of regulatory programs.
• Understanding of government EHS regulations, and a balance of objectivity and realism, must be coupled with the ability to effectively interact and communicate issues internally and externally. 

General Qualifications:  

• This job will require work in office and R&D areas. General PPE (eye, hearing protection, safety shoes, and head protection) use will be mandatory at times;
• This position is based in Malvern, PA
• Must demonstrate a strong commitment to EHS excellence and corporate citizenship;
• Must be self motivated, and be able to make independent, informed and prioritized decisions and work effectively, both independently and as part of a dynamic team;
• Requires sensitivity to business objectives, flexible approaches, practical orientation and hands-on capabilities tempered by the ethical and legal demands of the health and safety profession. 
• Requires professionalism and a strong degree of diplomacy, especially under "fire-fighting" scenarios with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization. Reading comprehension, interpretive skills are necessary for solid regulatory and policy application;
• The position requires good written, verbal, interpersonal skills, organizational and project management skills. Reliable technical business writing skills are essential. The person should be able to be flexible under tight deadlines and changing priorities;
• Good analytical skills, computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite;
• This position will be expected to project a positive corporate image when interacting with outside agencies and individuals; and
• Must have an excellent phone manners and diplomacy. 

Working Conditions: 

• Working conditions are customary to heavy to light manufacturing facilities and corporate environments.
• However, at certain times exposure to loud noise, occupational hazards, or outdoor elements is required.
• Some degree of telecommuting via laptop computer is necessary while on business travel.
• The candidate must be able to climb stairs, ladders, and walkways associated with industrial manufacturing environments. 

To Apply 

• Please click below: "Apply Now Online!" to email your resume and a cover letter.
• Be sure to indicate "Application for EHS Coordinator, Malvern, PA." 

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