Ehs Program Manager Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

Department: Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)

Shift: Various shifts as required

Reports to: Environmental Health & Safety Director/Managers

Job Summary:

As an Environmental Health & Safety Lead, you will be responsible for administering and overseeing local EHS programs. This includes administering safety training, employee health awareness, and compliance with safety regulations and procedures. The Environmental Health & Safety Lead will oversee, administer, and assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of environmental health and safety programs, procedures/practices necessary to provide for safe and healthy working conditions for employees and to help operate the facility in an environmentally responsible manner. The ideal Environmental Health & Safety Lead is a multitasker who handles a variety of work situations, ensures a safe working environment for everyone, and supports multiple lines of business to reach AFW's "Goal Zero".

Duties/Responsibilities:

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Implements health, safety, and environmental policies, procedures and guidelines for employee, department, and company safety.
• Lead and oversee local incident investigations, root cause analysis.
• Complete incident paperwork in compliance with company and OSHA guidelines.
• Maintain incident and safety (OSHA 300) logs. 
• Develop safety and risk assessments through audits and other means.
• Interacts with employees, contractors, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies to research. and interpret standards, codes, and regulations.
• Determines requisite for and organizes audits of company operated properties.
• Keeps employees informed of regulatory and safety requirements.
• Assists in development and implementation of systems and standards to facilitate the capturing and analysis of safety statistics.
• Under general supervision, solves complex problems requiring detailed knowledge of safety best practices.
• Uses experience and problem-solving skills to develop and improve processes.
• May provide guidance and act as a subject matter expert to less experienced team members. 
• Always ensure your safety and the safety of all others.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule. 
• Abide by all company policies and procedures.
• End each shift knowing you made a difference.
• All other duties assigned by the EHS Director or EHS Managers as directed.

Qualifications

• Previous EHS experience required.
• Strong OSHA safety regulations experience and knowledge preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of environmental regulations including UST (Underground storage tanks) and EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) preferred
• Knowledge of property management preferred
• Experience working and knowledge of building maintenance, fire suppression, and alarm systems preferred.
• Skills in operation of various machinery, tools, and equipment preferred.
• Excellent communication skills including written and verbal.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision. 
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers. 
• Ability to safely operate vehicles and equipment to test and troubleshoot for proper operation before and after maintenance.
• Knowledge of workplace safety procedures.

Compensation Package: 

Pay rate: $22/hour starting wage, negotiable based on experience

Supervision Given and Received:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities. This position is supervised directly by the EHS Director & EHS Managers. 

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Ability to be trained on the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Have a strong independent work ethic.
• Excellent organizational skill and the ability to demonstrate attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize tasks when appropriate.
• Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on AFW's success.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Personal Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical - Ability to analyze, collect and research data and read reports, fierce attention to detail and quality work.
• Mathematical Skills -Basic math skills required. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure and use whole numbers. 
• Reasoning Ability - Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Teamwork - Contributes to building positive team spirit; supports everyone's efforts to succeed and offers to help others.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; remains open to others & ideas and tries new things.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; supports AFW's goals and values.
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; works well in group problem solving situations; has a cooperative spirit; ability and authority to plan work, meet deadlines and coordinate time sensitive activities across personnel in multiple departments.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently.
• Safety and Security - Observes and practices safety and security procedures and initiatives.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. 

Computer Skills: 

Ability to navigate multiple computer systems, advanced familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.), and advanced internet research skills. Ability to regularly use computers for ordering, communication, documentation, scheduling, maintenance of organizational content on shared drives. Advanced knowledge of Excel is preferred as this job works heavily with tables and macros. 

Certificates and Licenses: 

OSHA 132 and other Environmental Health and Safety certifications/licenses preferred. 

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED is required; two-year degree preferred; Environmental Health and Safety related degree preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience accepted in lieu of degree. 

Physical Demands:

• Requires the ability to maneuver in confined and at times congested areas. 
• Requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop, & bend for 8 hours a day.
• Requires constant use of arms, hands, fingers, eyes, legs, and back. 
• Able to work in various weather conditions. The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.
• Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing 50-100lbs
• Able to work shifts that are 8-12 hours long.
• Ability to work 0 to 35 feet above the ground. 

American Furniture Warehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at American Furniture Warehouse - an Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.

A pre-employment drug screen, background and fit for duty exam check must be passed upon job offer.

Since 1975, our motto has been Under Promise and Over Deliver and this is exactly what we do on a daily basis! At AFW, we strongly believe in recognizing those who exemplify excellence, and reward them for contributing to our collective success. We strive to provide a great work environment for our employees and give them the knowledge and tools needed to provide our customers with an even greater buying experience. At American Furniture Warehouse We Do It Right the First Time!