EHS Coordinator II

Position Title: Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator II

Location of Position: United States -- Wisconsin -- Sturgeon Bay

Business Group: Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding

Department: Occupational Environmental Health & Safety

Position Type: Full-Time; Permanent; Exempt

Reports To: Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Position Summary: This position is responsible for supporting the Environmental Health & Safety function at our vast, 63-acre facility. Significant heavy manufacturing takes place both in several fab shops, as well as on the waterfront. The successful candidate will support the 1,000+ working men and women on our waterfront by passionately pursuing innovative and effective safety solutions that focus primarily on employee well-being, manufacturing efficiency and environmental awareness.

Detailed Description:

• Observe and evaluate workplace environments, equipment or practices to ensure compliance with company safety standards as well as all local, State and Federal guidelines.
• Ability to understand the 29CFR 1910 & 1915 and 46CFR COMDTINST M5100.47C.
• Manage facility hazardous waste programs.
• Responsible for Air Quality Management.
• Responsible for Waste Water Management.
• Investigate incidents to identify cause and determine detailed proactive measures to prevent such instances in the future.
• Analyze and recommend measures to help protect workers from potentially hazardous work methods, processes or materials.
• Effectively perform and communicate Root Cause Analysis.
• Recommend corrective action when needed, based on vessel and building Audits.
• Ensure employee safety is prioritized for all production and manufacturing personnel. This includes, but is not limited to, conducting incident investigations, inspections, vessel walk-throughs, interactive audits, hazard awareness, SOP & JSA Development and training.
• Understand and support the behavioral based safety training program (DuPont Stop).
• Implement EHS policies, practices and programs.
• Support environmental management and sustainability programs addressing issues such as recycling, conservation and waste management.
• Manage and conduct all aspects of safety training and education programs.
• Ability to demonstrate the use of safety equipment.
• Ensure the adequacy of ventilation, exhaust equipment, lighting or other conditions that could affect employee health, comfort or performance.
• Provide new-employee health and safety orientations and participate in the development of materials.
• Ensure that company, vendors and employees are in compliance with the Global Harmonization System.
• Maintain emergency response plans and procedures.
• Inspect specified areas to ensure the presence of fire prevention equipment, safety equipment and first-aid supplies.
• Collect data samples of various materials for occupational health data collection.
• Ability to handle minor medical treatment and properly triage complex medical injuries or industrial incidents.

• Develop or maintain hygiene programs, such as noise surveys, continuous atmosphere monitoring, ventilation surveys and asbestos management plans.
• Oversee all aspects of Shipyard Competent Person program.
• Ability and willingness to engage in highly energetic pursuits on the waterfront.

• Maintain a commitment to and promote the Quality and Environmental, Health & Safety Policies.

• Abide by and enforce all organizational policies and procedures.

Core Competencies:

• Ensures Accountability -- Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Collaborates -- Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Optimizes Work Processes (Quality & Continuous Improvement) -- Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Communicates effectively -- Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Courage -- Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• A minimum of 3 years job-related experience pertaining to safety, healthcare or management
• Qualified candidates must be a certified first responder or have the ability to gain certification

Desired Qualifications:

• Candidates with a degree of study in Occupational Safety & Health or closely related field of study
• OSHA Maritime 10 hour training preferred
• ASP/CSP Certification preferred but not required
• Bilingual language skills (oral & written) a plus
• Active listening skills
• Complex problem solving skills
• Ability to convey information effectively
• Sound judgement and decision making skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including: Word, Excel, Outlook, Access and Power Point
• Desire to advance and constantly challenge oneself

Company Overview:

Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding (FBS) is located in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. With roots dating back to 1918, we currently exist as an industry leader in new construction, repair, and major conversions. The FBS portfolio includes articulated tug-barge units, OPA 90-compliant vessels, dredges and dredging support equipment, and offshore supply vessels along with specializing in Great Lakes self-unloading vessels. We strive to be the shipbuilder of choice in safety, quality, value and dependability by offering innovative and competitive maritime solutions tailored to our customers' needs. Our mission is to build, repair and sustain maritime vessels that proudly supply, service and defend our nation and the world.

EEO Statement:

Fincantieri Bay Shipbuilding provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We promote a Drug Free Work Environment and require pre-employment drug testing as well as mandatory random drug testing.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, email our Human Resources Department at Bayshipbuilding-HR@us.fincantieri.com.