EHS Specialist – ER and Occ Heath

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! This position is responsible for coordinating critical EHS programs that support Plant activities and personnel well-being. Reporting into the Plant EHS Manager, the holder provides expertise in Occupational Health programs, including Workers Compensation, medical leave, first aid training management, medical surveillance programs, prescription safety glasses, and Incident Intervention efforts.

Essential Functions

• Overall ownership and program management of occupational health and emergency response programs.
• Uses experience and knowledge to assist in the evaluation of employee care needs, prioritise treatment, leverage incident intervention programs, and maintain employee care and case flow.
• Works with internal resources to initiate and manage employee Worker’s Compensation claims.
• Administers and actively manages and tracks all work-related injuries/illnesses.
• Coordinates emergency response program, including training, drilling, and updating written programs.
• Collaborates and works closely with JM OH professionals at other JM sites, OH vendors, Workers Compensation carrier, site EHS, HR, Security, supervisors & managers.
• Coordinator and administrator of site’ Incident Intervention program (WorkCare), ensuring the communication, operation, and improvements are continuously improving.
• Assures First Aid/AED equipment is in working order and arranges for replacement, calibration & repair as needed.
• Schedules or performs occupational screening tests as required (spirometry, vision, and respirator medical exams).
• Schedules vendor for on-site annual audiometric & respirator medical exams testing.
• Manages & schedules CPR/First Aid/AED certification/recertification classes for site First Aid Team.
• Participates in new hire on-boarding training (new employee orientation).
• Performs/Coordinates annual Bloodborne Pathogen training for First Aid Team.
• Accurately documents all administered training, employee participation/completion, and forecasts needs and schedules.
• Maintains and archives employee medical records, as they pertain to the scope listed above.
• Develop and partner with site EHS to implement site wellness programs.
• Maintains site OSHA 300 Log & posts annual summary, as required.
• Other duties as assigned that include contributing to the site’s overall EHS program, initiatives, and team needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in EHS or related field is required.
• At least 3-5 years’ experience in EHS or occupational health setting.
• Experience as an emergency responder (EMT/ Firefighting/ Rescue).
• Experience with emergency services and management.
• Knowledge and use of computer software & creating/maintaining spreadsheets.
• Practiced in program coordination, scheduling, and overall organisation.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety concepts and OSHA regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently certified EMT and Fire 1.
• Instructor in CPR/AED/First Aid/Bloodborne Pathogen through American Red Cross or American Heart Association (or willing to obtain within 6 mo).
• Prior experience in managing Workers Compensation and FML and disability leaves.
• Occasional requirement to work flexible hours to meet on demand events and respond to incidents.
• Travel for training may occasionally be required.
• Must be able to take ownership of above mentioned programs, work independently, as well as collaborate effectively across multiple teams and sites.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, colour vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, and/or odour. The employee may occasionally have the potential to be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet, however areas of the facility do require hearing protection, eye protection, and foot protection.

What We Offer

• Retirement Savings (401K Match, plus an additional Employer Contribution)
• 20 days annual PTO (varies for shift-based roles)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision)
• Voluntary Benefits
• Wellbeing Programs and Incentives
• Tuition Assistance
• Parental Leave

Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.