EHS Specialist

We, at Leggett & Platt Flooring Products, are searching for a EHS Specialist to support the Safety and Environmental responsibilities at our Tracy, California branch. The EHS Specialist will work closely with the Branch Manager and Division Safety Manager to help implement and coordinate corporate programs. Approximately 80% of this person’s time will be spent on Safety initiatives and 20% on Environmental. The Tracy, California facility spans approximately 165,000 square feet and employs around 100 team members. This role provides the opportunity for diverse responsibilities every day in our manufacturing setting and will help ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and government mandated regulations.

Did you know Leggett & Platt Inc. is the largest manufacturer of carpet cushion and hard surface underlayment in the United States? Our Flooring businesses manufacture and distribute foam, rubber, and fiber-based flooring underlayment for residential and commercial use. Our flooring underlayment products provide support, cushioning, and noise reduction under virtually any finished flooring material in your home or business. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

So, what will you be doing as a EHS Specialist?

Coordinate and implement corporate EHS programs and initiatives

Complete required EHS and sustainability reports

Conduct employee training as required to meet company policy and OSHA requirements

Coordinate annual audiograms and respirator fit testing for employees

Evaluate/provide employees with proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Conduct daily, weekly, monthly, semi-annual and annual inspections as required

Investigate all safety and environmental incidents

Collaborate with leadership to eliminate or reduce safety risk/hazards

Facilitate monthly safety meetings

Facilitate monthly safety committee meetings and records

Maintain OSHA 300 log and required EHS documents

Oversee compliance with annual environmental and safety permit requirements

Arrange/track disposal of hazardous waste

Evaluate plant waste streams

Manage corrective actions associated with reported incidents

Other duties as assigned

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

2+ years of Safety experience in a manufacturing/industrial setting

Experience with Benchmark Gensuite, Watershed or similar EHS applications

Ability to implement pre-designed programs

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Well organized, detail oriented and good computer skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Knowledge of OSHA and EPA laws and regulations

Experience in the application of Continuous Improvement tools and techniques

Things we consider a plus:

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Leadership experience in both Safety and Environmental capacities in a manufacturing environment

Bachelor’s degree

Salary: $60,000 to $80,000 annually, based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

What to Do Next

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Our Values

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Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.

Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.

Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.

Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

Our Commitment to You

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all. Leggett & Platt is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veteran status, and more. Join us!

We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications, we’d love the opportunity to consider you.

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