Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist – Fort Worth, TX

The Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist – Supply Chain position comprises of three main and equally important roles: Compliance, Leadership and Training. The EHS Specialist will be required to conduct regular inspections, generate health and safety assessment reports, ensure that all occupational guidelines and regulations are adhered to and train employees on safety policies and practices. The EHS Specialist should possess detailed knowledge of health and safety regulations and demonstrate strong leadership skills specifically the ability to motivate others to adhere to all health and safety policies and regulations. EHS Specialist should possess excellent communication and training skills and possess an acute eye for detail. The EHS Specialist will report directly to the DC EHS Manager.Duties and ResponsibilitiesAssist the EHS Manager in coordinating and implementing all areas of Harbor Freight Tools safety programs for their assigned locations/shifts. Chair the Distribution Center Safety Committees.Assist the EHS Manager in implementation, monitoring and optimization of environmental. safety, and health policies, practices, and procedures throughout their supply chain facility in compliance with governmental regulations including Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations. Occasionally work across multiple shifts to provide safety support.     Conduct regular inspections of the supply chain operations, including facilities, machinery, and safety equipment, to identify and remediate potential compliance issues, safety risks, and other opportunities for better safety practices. Coach associates on appropriate safe behaviors. Assist with conducting risk assessments related to jobs performed (Job Hazard Analysis) and new equipment introductions.        Assist with maintaining all injury and illness records          Assist EHS Manager to analyze injury trends and prepare recommendations for prevention. Conduct or coordinate worker training with cross departmental collaboration, in areas such as safety laws and regulations, hazardous condition monitoring, and use of safety equipment. Respond to facility emergency events.       Performs special projects, as assigned by the EHS Manager      Support the management team on conducting thorough investigations, root cause analysis, and developing effective countermeasures for any and all incidents.            ScopeStaff supervision and development:  NoDecision making:  The EHS Specialist advises and provides guidance to various departments. Acts as a representative of the company during audits with external agencies in the absence of the EHS Manager; Ability to coordinate multiple projects at one time, think ahead to potential obstacles, and seek assistance to minimize those obstacles. Ability to maintain and not inappropriately share highly confidential information.Travel:  Up to 10%Flex Designation:  DC BasedThe anticipated salary range for this position is $69,500 – $104,200 depending on location, knowledge, skills, education and experience. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits to Associates (and their families) such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability. Eligible Associates are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Associates will accrue paid time off up to 236 hours per year (inclusive of PTO, floating holidays, and paid holidays). Paid sick time up to 80 hours per year unless otherwise required by law.