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With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.
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The Environmental, Safety, Health & 6S Coordinator is responsible for building and sustaining a culture of safety, environmental compliance, and workplace organization within the Wilmington Prairie facility. Success in this role is measured by the facility's ability to maintain regulatory compliance, reduce injuries and environmental risks, improve housekeeping standards, and actively engage employees in creating a safer workplace. This role serves as a key resource to operations and leadership by identifying risks, implementing corrective actions, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
What You’ll Do:
Key Performance Expectations
- Maintain Environmental and Regulatory Compliance Expected Outcomes
- Complete permits, reports, and regulatory duties on time.
- Keep facility inspection-ready and compliant with laws.
- Maintain organized, accessible compliance records.
Measures of Success
- Zero preventable permit violations.
- 100% on-time submission of required reports.
- Audit findings corrected within deadlines.
- Reduce Safety Risks and Improve Workplace Safety Expected Outcomes
- Proactively identify and address hazards before injuries occur.
- Investigate incidents/near-misses and implement actions.
- Ensure employees understand and follow safety procedures.
Measures of Success
- Reduction in recordable injuries and lost days.
- Investigations completed within required timelines.
- Timely closure of corrective actions.
- Develop and Maintain a Strong Safety Culture Expected Outcomes
- Drive safety as a shared employee responsibility.
- Engage leaders in discussions, audits, and actions.
- Communicate and address safety concerns promptly.
Measures of Success
- Higher employee engagement in safety programs.
- Positive trends in near-miss and safety reporting.
- Effective facilitation of safety training.
- Drive Effective Training and Employee Development Expected Outcomes
- Keep EHS&S training compliant and up-to-date.
- Deliver onboarding safety training for new hires.
- Identify and resolve training gaps proactively.
Measures of Success
- Maintain 100% training completion rates.
- Zero overdue OSHA-required training.
- Accurate management of training records.
- Manage Audits, Inspections, and Corrective Actions Expected Outcomes
- Complete internal and external audits on schedule.
- Document, communicate, and resolve findings.
- Implement root-cause corrective actions.
Measures of Success
- Audit schedules maintained without missed deadlines.
- Corrective actions closed within target dates.
- Measurable reduction in repeated findings.
- Provide Effective EHS&S Support for Operations Expected Outcomes
- Provide operations leaders with timely EHS&S guidance.
- Resolve safety and environmental concerns efficiently.
- Integrate EHS&S rules into facility changes.
Measures of Success
- Timely response to operational requests.
- Consultant projects kept within scope and budget.
- Successful rollout of improvement initiatives.
Core Competencies
- Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and environmental rules.
- Ability to conduct investigations and root-cause analysis.
- Strong organizational, recordkeeping, and communication skills.
- Ability to influence others without direct authority.
- Proficiency in MS Office and EHS&S reporting tools.
What You’ll Bring:
Education: Bachelor’s Degree is preferred. Occupational Health & Safety or a technical field (environmental, chemistry, biology, etc.) with training in core Environmental, Health and Safety disciplines is preferred.
Experience: Minium of 3 years’ related experience, in several applicable specified EHS&S related focus areas within a manufacturing setting, or equivalent combination of experience and education
Computer Skills: Knowledge of PC applications such as MS Word, Excel, Power Point, MS Access, and Outlook.
Certifications & Licenses preferred: Graduate Safety Practitioner (GSP), Associate Safety Certificate (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or ability to obtain one.
What You’ll Receive:
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $70k to $90k. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.
At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.
- Compensation: competitive salary and bonus eligibility
- Insurance: health coverage medical, dental, vision, life insurance
- Paid Time Off: vacation and company holidays
- Retirement: 401(k) with match
- Work-Life Balance: parental leave, wellness programs
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James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.
James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.
The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.
