POSITION DESCRIPTION

EHS Coordinator

Founded by the Channell family in 1922, Channell is a global designer, manufacturer, and seller of outside plant infrastructure equipment. The markets served by Channell are Telecommunications, Municipalities, Internet Service Providers, Wireless, Water, Power, and CATV, among others.  Major product lines include a complete line of thermoplastic and metal fabricated enclosures, fiber optic cable connections, management systems, and high-performance below-grade vaults.

DEPARTMENT: Human Resources - 94000

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

JOB SUMMARY:

The EHS Coordinator will partner directly with site Operations leaders to drive EHS ownership and accountability. This role is an entry level role where the ability to learn applicable regulations, to perform root cause analysis, and an ability to work independently in high-risk manufacturing or operational environments. This position is a critical partnership between the Operations team and the EHS team to cultivate a behavior-based safety culture.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Training & Compliance: Assist with administering site-wide mandatory safety training programs to maintain regulatory compliance. Ensure all full-time, temporary, and transferred employees receive comprehensive safety onboarding and refresher training.
• Incident Management & Investigation: Support investigations for injuries, occupational illnesses, and near-miss occurrences. Analyze root causes, track corrective actions, and manage occupational injuries and illnesses from initial injury through full return-to-work.
• Risk Assessment & Hazard Control: Assist with thorough risk assessments of facility operations, machinery, and equipment to identify hazards, mitigate risk, and establish control measures.
• EHS Inspections: Perform routine facility, equipment, and workflow inspections to identify and resolve potential safety violations or operational hazards.
• Procedure Development: Assist with equipment-specific Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, Safe Work Practices, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Reporting & Data Tracking: Compile metric reports, present actionable safety recommendations to the safety team, and maintain precise OSHA and company safety records.
• Emergency Response & First Aid: Serve as an active member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) and provide First Aid/CPR assistance as needed.
• Safety Committee Leadership: Participate in and assist with technical guidance to the Safety Committee to foster a proactive safety culture.
• EHS Culture & Environment: Promote a safe, clean, and orderly work environment while supporting site-wide risk management programs and strategies.
• Other various H&S related activities assigned by site the H&S Team.

ABILITY TO/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Must learn OSHA and EPA standards
• Must understand and follow all departmental safety rules
• Must obtain Aid/CPR/AED certification ASAP
• Understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma at a minimum
• Associate's degree preferred
• Passion and drive for Health & Safety
• Must be bilingual - English and Spanish speaking
• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Capacity to work overtime as needed
• Use PC and related software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

**PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:**The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching
• Use of hands for handling, grasping, and manipulating materials and tools
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds

Working Conditions:

• Work performed in a manufacturing environment
• Exposure to noise, machinery, and varying temperatures

This position is classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is not eligible for overtime pay.

Employment with Channell Commercial Corporation is at-will. This means that either the employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.

Channell Commercial Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer with opportunities for advancement.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.  Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

Channell Commercial Corporation offers a competitive salary and benefits that include 401(K), health insurance, life insurance, PTO, and paid holidays.