Job Title

EHS Technician

Position Overview

Shaw Industries is searching for an Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Technician supports facility-wide EHS operations by completing critical tasks related to all applicable Environmental, Health and Safety regulations, Shaw Management System (SMS) and SAFE requirements, and general industry best practices.  The EHS Technician reports directly to the EHS Manager. 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES   

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: 

Maintain a working knowledge of all Shaw SAFE system programs, the Shaw Environmental Handbook and SMS 

Monitor site conditions, practices, and procedures for compliance with health and safety requirements per Plant SI Safety Policies and Risk Management SAFE Procedures. 

Record EHS data and reports for the Plant SI Management Team 

Serve as a resource regarding EHS concerns for hourly associates 

Coordinate drills for the Plant’s Emergency Action Plan and the Plant Emergency Organization 

Maintain Shift Safety Committee meeting minutes and coordinate support for the Shift Safety Champions 

Maintain current chemical Safety Data Sheets in Shaw’s online HSI system 

Maintain the EHS website 

Coordinate routine PPE audits to include managing vendors for safety eyeglasses, safety shoes/boots, and molded ear plugs 

Participate in incident investigations and follow up on Corrective Actions 

Assist with various facility inspections by outside agencies 

Maintain safety program related to contractor and vendor access 

Perform SAFE system compliance audits and tasks which may include, but not be limited to: Fire and life safety systems, lock-out procedures, Powered Industrial Trucks, Hot work permits, etc.

Other duties as assigned by Department Manager 

 

COMPETENCIES 

Apply Work Standards 

Initiate Action 

Continuously Improve 

Collaborate 

 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail 

Ability to work within a team or independently as required 

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing 

  

EDUCATION/TRAINING 

High School diploma or GED equivalency 

Previous experience in a industrial/manufacturing environment 

OSHA 30 hr General Industry certification and/or related safety certification (preferred) 

Fall Protection Competent Person certified (Preferred) or must be able to obtain within 3 months of obtaining the position  

CPR/First Aid certified by the American Red Cross or must be able to obtain within 3 months of obtaining the position 

Must be able to obtain Hoisting and Rigging Authorizing Person certification 

Valid driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record (preferred) 

Work Shift

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.