EHS Coordinator

Description

About Us:

At Tomball Controls, we specialize in manufacturing custom fuel tanks, custom sound attenuated enclosures, and access platforms for emergency power generators. We are proud to serve clients across various industries, providing them with high-quality power packaging solutions to meet their specific requirements. With years of experienced team members and a commitment to excellence, we have built a reputation for delivering reliable and durable products on time and within budget.

Job Description:

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator assists in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Environmental, Health & Safety programs for Tomball Controls' manufacturing facility in San Angelo, Texas. This position supports a safe work environment while ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, TCEQ, and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. This role works closely with production, welding, fabrication, maintenance, and management teams to identify hazards, reduce risk, investigate incidents, and promote a proactive culture of safety throughout the facility. The position requires a hands-on presence on the manufacturing floor and regular interaction with employees and contractors.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining Environmental Health & Safety policies, programs, and procedures for a welding and metal fabrication manufacturing facility.
• Conduct routine safety inspections, facility audits, and hazard assessments throughout production, fabrication, welding, assembly, warehouse, and outdoor work areas.
• Identify unsafe conditions and behaviors, recommend corrective actions, and verify completion of improvements.
• Support compliance with OSHA regulations, EPA requirements, TCEQ regulations, and other applicable federal, state, and local environmental and safety standards.
• Coordinate and conduct employee safety orientation and ongoing training, including but not limited to:
• OSHA compliance
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Welding and Hot Work Safety
• Assist with Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and risk assessments for manufacturing, welding, fabrication, maintenance, and field support activities.
• Investigate workplace incidents, injuries, property damage, and near misses; determine root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Perform regular inspections of welding operations to ensure proper ventilation, fire prevention, compressed gas cylinder storage, welding screens, PPE compliance, and hot work practices.
• Assist with industrial hygiene monitoring including noise exposure, welding fumes, airborne contaminants, and ergonomic risk assessments.
• Review safety, handling, storage, transportation, and disposal requirements for chemicals, hazardous materials, compressed gases, paints, solvents, and welding consumables.
• Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ensure compliance with Hazard Communication requirements.
• Coordinate contractor safety programs and monitor contractor compliance while working on company property.
• Assist in emergency preparedness activities including fire prevention, evacuation planning, emergency response drills, spill response, and first aid coordination.
• Lead or participate in safety committee meetings and promote employee engagement in continuous safety improvement initiatives.
• Monitor EHS Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), identify trends, and prepare reports for management.
• Maintain accurate records including:
• OSHA logs
• Incident reports
• Training documentation
• Inspection records
• Corrective action tracking

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Safety, or a related field.
• Relevant work experience may be substituted for education.
• Minimum of three (3) years of Environmental Health & Safety experience.
• Manufacturing experience required; experience in welding, metal fabrication, industrial equipment manufacturing, or construction environments strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting OSHA compliance programs within an industrial manufacturing facility.
• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Certification preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards including:
• Strong understanding of industrial hazards associated with welding, fabrication, grinding, cutting, material handling, cranes, forklifts, compressed gases, and heavy equipment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to read and interpret regulations, technical manuals, engineering drawings, and safety documentation.
• Excellent verbal communication, presentation, and employee training skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing and Walking: Frequently required to stand and walk throughout manufacturing facilities, production floors, warehouses, and outdoor work areas.
• Sitting: Regularly required to sit while performing administrative duties, preparing reports, and conducting safety documentation.
• Bending, Stooping, and Kneeling: Occasionally required to bend, stoop, crouch, or kneel when inspecting equipment, workstations, and potential safety hazards.
• Climbing: Occasionally required to climb stairs or access elevated work areas in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Lifting and Carrying: Occasionally required to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and safety equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled Tomball Controls is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Tomball Controls is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.