Environment, Health & Safety Coordinator (EHS) in Forest Grove, Oregon - #66059 | VanderHouwen

Description

Job Id: 66059

Environment, Health & Safety Coordinator (EHS)
Our client seeks an experienced EHS Coordinator to join their organization in Hillsboro, OR.

This role is onsite in Hillsboro, Oregon.

Responsibilities Include:

• Conduct worksite audits to identify potential risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Develop and implement strategies to reduce or eliminate risks.
• Promote safety awareness through training seminars and informational materials.
• Stay current with regulatory changes and update work instructions as needed.
• Investigate workplace accidents and complaints.
• Assist with emergency response plans.
• Inspect work areas for safety hazards and risks.
• Lead the safety committee.
• Train employees and temporary employees for forklift operations.
• File OSHA reports in a timely.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience in safety management, preferably within the food manufacturing industry.
• Thorough understanding of safety regulations, laws, and industry standards relevant to food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of hazard assessment techniques, risk management strategies, and incident investigation protocols.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage employees at all levels.
• Proven track record of building safety programs and fostering a culture of safety.

Salary: $27-$35/hr. (DOE)

Benefits
Benefits are available to eligible full-time employees and include coverage for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, matching 401k, and tuition reimbursement.

About VanderHouwen
VanderHouwen is an award-winning, Women-Owned, WBENC certified professional staffing firm. Founded in 1987, VanderHouwen has been successfully placing experienced professionals throughout the Pacific Northwest and nationwide. Our recruitment teams are highly specialized in either Technology and IT, Engineering, or Accounting and Finance career markets. Our recruiters value building meaningful, professional relationships with each candidate as well as developing honed knowledge of companies' staffing needs and workplaces. Partner with us to land your next exciting career.

VanderHouwen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. VanderHouwen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal civil rights laws.