EHS Coordinator - Oak Steel

HNI Corporation is a global family of brands for the workplace and home dedicated to enhancing the spaces where we live, work, and gather. We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where we make a positive impact on others, upholding our beliefs in integrity, inclusion and belonging.

Position Overview:

The EHS Coordinator supports the implementation and execution of Environmental, Health, and Safety programs within a steel stamping manufacturing environment. This role has a strong focus on production floor engagement, safety and environmental inspections, documentation, training support, and helping ensure compliance with HNI standards and applicable regulatory requirements.

What You Will Do

• Conduct routine production floor walkthroughs to identify potential hazards and verify appropriate safety controls are in place.
• Support key safety programs, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, powered industrial trucks (PIT), crane and rigging safety, and chemical safety.
• Assist with layered process audits, EHS Gemba activities, and tracking corrective actions through completion.
• Perform hazardous waste inspections and support proper labeling, storage, handling, and documentation.
• Support environmental compliance programs, including SPCC, stormwater management, air permit requirements, and waste minimization.
• Assist with incident reporting, evidence gathering, and root cause investigations.
• Support the delivery and tracking of EHS training, including onboarding for new employees.
• Maintain EHS documentation, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), compliance calendars, inspection records, and reporting dashboards.
• Support emergency response drills and contractor safety activities.

What You Have

• Associate or bachelor's degree in environmental health and safety, Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 1-3 years of EHS experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of OSHA requirements and basic environmental regulations.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively on the manufacturing floor and collaborate with employees across all levels of the organization.

What You're Good At

• Identifying potential safety and environmental risks and taking initiative to address them.
• Communicating safety expectations and building positive working relationships with production team members.
• Maintaining accurate records and following through on compliance requirements.
• Investigating issues, identifying root causes, and supporting corrective actions.
• Managing multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Experience in metal fabrication, steel stamping, or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with ISO 45001 and/or ISO 14001 management systems.
• Experience conducting safety or environmental audits and inspections.
• Basic industrial hygiene knowledge, including noise, dust, and fume exposure.

HNI Corporation (NYSE: HNI) is a manufacturer of workplace furnishings and building products, operating under two segments. The workplace furnishings segment is a leading global designer and provider of commercial furnishings, going to market under multiple unique brands. The residential building products segment is the nation's leading manufacturer and marketer of hearth products.
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