POSITION TITLE Site Safety and Environmental Specialist
Job Location: Cottage Grove, MN
RENEWAL BY ANDERSEN SUMMARY :
Renewal by Andersen is a pioneer in the window and door industry, and innovation is a huge part of who we are. Renewal by Andersen Signature Service combines the perfect combination of the best people in the industry, a superior process, and an exclusive product. As such, we take great care in building a team of skilled, passionate Difference Makers, caring for our team members' personal and professional growth, and celebrating our differences. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace where all people feel respected, valued, and driven to realize their full potential. We always have opportunities for our team members to give back to the causes they're most passionate about, and as an Energy Star Partner of the Year for many years, Renewal by Andersen is committed to environmental health and sustainability. If you want to be a Difference Maker, Renewal by Andersen is the place for you.
SUMMARY :
While taking direction from plant management, coordinates the development and hands-on implementation of a comprehensive industrial safety and environmental program for an Andersen business unit. Ensures the alignment with Enterprise Safety and Environmental Services objectives and safe procedures, awareness, and training are conducted with a goal to achieve continuous improvement for the reduction of work related injuries/illnesses ,and related cost reduction strategies As applicable in business unit, ensure strong environmental compliance (environmental compliance support varies by site). Achieve compliance obligations with applicable safety, health standards, and applicable environmental regulationsPRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- As they relate to a specific business unit, assists in the development and coordination of Andersen's Safety and Environmental programs to achieve and maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local codes and regulations.
- Provide and/or coordinate site specific safety and environmental training/testing (e.g. incident investigation, new employee orientation, lockout/tagout, powered industrial trucks, ergonomics, safety inspections, job safety analysis, audiometric testing ,LOTO, hazardous waste, stormwater, air compliance, spill response, etc.) as necessary and/or directed by Enterprise Safet andEnvironmental, or Plant Management in order to address hazards and comply with relevant standards.
- Work with site manufacturing engineering to conduct safety assessments of new or modified equipment/processes in accordance with Andersen's Safety Assessment Procedure. Participates with engineering in problem solving/resolution exercises.
- Create/customize detailed safety programs/procedures to meet site specific environment as needed and ensures availability of PPE.
- Assist in the completion of any environmental tasks, inspections and other environmental regulatory tasks as directed.
- Conducts ergonomic assessments to identify risk factors and work with engineering to implement control measures to address identified ergonomic risk factors.
- Supports location safety and environmental assessments (e.g. audits, inspections, accident investigations, etc.); with site management and recommends and assists in the execution of corrective actions. Trains auditors as needed.
- Participate in coordination of plant safety committee and routine Enterprise Environmental calls and training.
- Accurately maintains plant safety and environmental data and training records in accordance with established guidelines and regulations*
MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:
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- Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Safety Engineering or related discipline or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of 2 years of safety experience
- Knowledge of government regulations concerning heath, safety & the environment
- Demonstrated project management skills.
- Strong service orientation
- Strong interpersonal/communication (verbal and written) skills
- Must be able to work independently, with minimal direction
NICE-TO-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS :
- Master's Degree Environmental Health & Safety
- ASP, GSP, CSP Certification
- Strong Environmental skills and program management experience
- Not open to sponsorship: "At this time, we not sponsoring candidates for work authorization in this position. Should you independently secure work authorization, please consider reapplying to this position."
"Be Orange. Be You" is how we express our belief that by embracing our differences and empowering you, we'll be a stronger team able to accomplish what otherwise wouldn't be possible. This Orange spirit has helped us become the #1 innovative window and door brand* and the one homeowners love the most.** It's also why we're committed to supporting you to approach each day with a bright outlook.
Benefits include, and are not limited to:
* Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
* Health Savings Account contributions
* Paid holidays plus PTO
* 401(k) plan & contributions
* Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities
* Charity contributions
* Nationwide career opportunities
We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.
In 2024, Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $4,000 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.
Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Posting City: Cottage Grove, MN