Senior Specialist EH&S
Medline Industries, LP
Summary
Under minimal supervision, responsible for leading the implementation of Employee Health and Safety programs, policies, management systems and strategies in support of all facilities in assigned region.
Job description
Major Responsibilities
- Provide location specific safety compliance expertise.
- Identify EHS related needs, recommend solutions and assist in program implementation and lead safety related projects identified by EHS management.
- Utilize incident reports to investigate and initiate safety process improvements.
- Partner with local leadership to develop and maintain compliant safety programs and audit processes and programs.
- Develop and implement safety initiatives to reduce the frequency of EHS incidents and claims at locations.
- Support facilities in conducting incident investigations.
- Oversee and ensure all regulatory and safety training is complete and lead training sessions.
- Lead Safety Committee team and meetings and develop plan to address Safety Committee concerns.
- Partner with HR and Workers Compensation representatives for claim follow-up.
- Complete annual regulatory reporting (environmental and safety) on behalf of locations as needed and maintain regulatory documents (environmental, safety).
- Prepare reports and communications related to EHS.
- Assist in administration of hazardous material management and corporate responsibility.
- Distribute environment and safety communications.
- Responsible for mentoring and coaching the Env Health & Safety Spec team.
Minimum Job Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Safety, Environmental Health, Business or a related field
- At least 4 years of experience in Environmental, Health, and Safety.
- Experience in Microsoft Office.
- Experience applying OSHA 10, OSHA 30, and environmental and safety regulations.
- Position requires exposure to the environmental/atmospheric conditions: Indoor conditions, cold/hot temperature changes, wet, noise, vibration, fumes, odors, dust and mechanical / electrical / chemical hazards.
- Position requires travel up to 30% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state).
Preferred Job Requirements
- Current First Aid, CPR, Bloodborne Pathogens and/or AED certification.
- EHS related training/certifications (OSHA 10hr, OSHA 30hr, ASP, CSP, CIH).
- Experience applying Safety and Environmental Regulations and Compliance management.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Safety, Environmental Health, Business or a related field
- At least 4 years of experience in Environmental, Health, and Safety
- Experience in Microsoft Office
- Experience applying OSHA 10, OSHA 30, and environmental and safety regulations
- Travel up to 30% of the time
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Contributions
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Resource Groups
- Employee Service Corp
- Continuing Education & Training
Company overview
Medline Industries, LP is the largest privately held manufacturer and distributor of medical-surgical products and supply chain solutions in the United States. Founded in 1966 and headquartered in Northfield, Illinois, the company serves all points of care including hospitals, extended care facilities, surgery centers, physician offices, home care agencies, and retailers. With over 550,000 medical products and clinical solutions, Medline operates in more than 125 countries and territories worldwide. The company employs approximately 35,000-43,000 people globally and generates annual revenues exceeding $21 billion. Medline's comprehensive portfolio includes medical devices, surgical supplies, wound care products, protective apparel, durable medical equipment, and sterilization solutions. The company combines manufacturing expertise with extensive distribution capabilities through its network of over 50 distribution centers across North America, providing integrated supply chain solutions that help healthcare organizations improve clinical, financial, and operational outcomes.