Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Job description

Job Summary The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist will ensure all Safety, Health and Environmental related activities are carried out in accordance with Company policies and procedures and to ensure compliance. The EHS Specialist is responsible for initiating and implementing safety and wellness programs while promoting an Elite Associate-led culture. The EHS specialist will support the Carolina Handling in facilitating information to meet customer request requirements. This position will encompass a wide array of activities and require attention to detail. Responsibilities: Health, Safety & Injury Prevention: · Lead implementation of injury prevention and workplace wellness initiatives · Provide proactive first aid support for minor injuries and musculoskeletal discomfort within OSHA-defined scope; escalate care when appropriate · Support evaluation of reported injuries and assist in determining work-relatedness · Partner with leadership and HR to reduce incident frequency and severity Workers’ Compensation & Case Management: · Support workers’ compensation claims from initiation through closure in collaboration with HR and insurance carriers · Assist with coordinat...