Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Specialist, Sr

Job Purpose

Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, implement HSE policies and procedures, and promote a culture of safety within the hydraulic manufacturing facility.

Key Responsibilities

Policy Development and Implementation

• Develop and implementation of HSE policies, procedures, and programs specific to hydraulic manufacturing operations.
• Conduct regular reviews of policies to ensure compliance with local, national, and international regulations.
Risk Assessment and Management

• Identify potential hazards associated with hydraulic manufacturing processes (e.g., high-pressure systems, hydraulic fluids, heavy machinery).
• Conduct risk assessments and recommend appropriate controls to mitigate risks.
Compliance and Audits

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulations.
• Conduct regular HSE audits and inspections of machinery, processes, and workplace conditions.
Reporting and Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of HSE incidents, training, audits, and inspections.
• Prepare reports for management and regulatory agencies as required.
Training and Awareness

• Provide HSE training to employees, including safe handling of hydraulic equipment, chemical safety, and emergency response.
• Promote a culture of safety through regular communication and awareness campaigns.
Incident Investigation

• Investigate workplace accidents, near-misses, and environmental incidents.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Emergency Preparedness

• Develop and maintain emergency response plans for scenarios such as chemical spills, fires, and machinery malfunctions.
• Conduct regular drills to ensure readiness.
• Coordinate with waste management contractor
Environmental Management

• Monitor and handle waste disposal, emissions, and spill prevention in line with environmental regulations.
• Promote sustainable practices in the facility.
Equipment Safety

• Ensure that all hydraulic equipment and machinery are maintained and operated safely.
• Oversee the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and enforce its proper use.
Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve HSE performance.
• Implement initiatives to enhance workplace safety and environmental stewardship.
Work Environment

• Exposure to a manufacturing environment with heavy machinery, hydraulic systems, and potentially hazardous substances.
• May require occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for long periods, and wearing PPE.
• This position combines hands-on technical analysis and administrative tasks
• Time will be spent among office, production floor, and lab areas. A large majority of time may be spent working on the production floor
• Work closely with managers, supervisors, office staff and plant personnel

Function: Production
Experience Level: Associate