Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (EHSS)

Join Dura-Line, an Orbia business, in leading the charge for global connectivity! As the premier manufacturer of plastic conduit pipes, we create pathways that connect people and information worldwide in various markets. Every part of the manufacturing process is monitored with environmentally friendly sustainable efforts in mind. Quality, sustainability, and safety are paramount values at Dura-Line. Be part of our mission to Advance Life Around the World.

Dura-Line EHSS Specialist in Elyria, Ohio

100% On-Site, Monday-Friday, 7am-330pm, with flexibility and on-call availability

Dura-Line is Seeking an Experienced Environmental Health, Safety & Sustainability (EHSS) Specialist

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for safety, environmental responsibility, and a proven track record in leading EHSS programs? Dura-Line, an Orbia Business, invites you to join our team as an EHSS Specialist at Sugar Lane location in Elyria, Ohio. In this crucial role, you'll play a pivotal part in fostering a safety-conscious culture, ensuring compliance, and championing sustainability initiatives.

The EHSS Specialist is the main liaison between the plant associate's safety activities and the Management and Corporate EH&S Team. This role must develop and build strong professional relationships with members of the Plant management team. As an EHSS specialist you will play an instrumental role in safeguarding employees’ health and safety. We are looking for someone who can mitigate safety risks and evaluate work environments for potential risks and hazards and consult with employers and employees on the best practices.

As an EHSS Specialist you will be responsible for:

• Actively participating in the plants efforts to engage the entire workforce to build a strong EHS culture that leads to zero harm to our employees and the environment by making recommendations for changes and lead site management team​.
• Be the Subject matter expert for the facility and work with and through the plant management team to implement environmental, health, and safety requirements and that they are met through ownership and accountability by all employees.​

• Lead and drive EHSS initiatives and processes at the site to reduce risk, drive safe and planet friendly behaviors and practices​.

• Elevate the plant site safety performance by improving and fostering a safety culture ​

• Analyzes leading and lagging indicators and provide recommendations that lead to zero harm to our employees and the environment through proactive, risk-based programs that engage with employees​.

• Provide critical support and subject matter expertise to the manufacturing plant and the Plant Leadership. ​

• Influence plant leadership and employees through demonstrated subject matter expertise, passion for EHS, and the ability to work adeptly on transactional requirements and transformational imperatives. ​

• This position is the EHS functional expert for the facility and will work with and through the plant management team to implement environmental, health, and safety requirements and that they are met through ownership and accountability by all employees including processing EHSS related administrative and reporting requirements.​

• KPI: TTIR, LTIR, Near Misses, ISO and Audit results. Compliance, regulation, inspections and auditing responsibilities and preparation.

• Verify and ensure the compliance with company and governmental safety and environmental program requirements through inspection, risk assessments, site audits and evaluation of the environment/facility, equipment and processes in work areas.

You must be a high-performing, proven leader with a background of at least 2 years in a site EHSS role in manufacturing operations, including safety or environmental administration and project management.

• Associates or 2 year degree in Safety and Health, Environmental, Science or Engineering or related discipline or equivalent to 3 plus years of relevant work experience.
• Manufacturing experience required

• EHS certifications/training- ASP/CSP certification preferred

• Knowledge/Experience: Aware of federal compliance EHS/OSHA/EPA regulations and standards. SWPPP, EPCRA, EPA TIER II, basic industrial hygiene, conservation program.

• Experience with objective accident investigations for all accidents and near miss occurrences, analyze injury trends, and coordinate corrective actions

• Knowledge of regulatory reporting and inspection processes at various levels.

• Capable of training employees and able to write reports, work instructions, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; government reporting Tier II

Physical requirements for the position such as mobility, vision, strength, etc. (applicable in line with local laws):

• Prolonged periods on the plant floor or warehouse area working in a manufacturing environment that may require walking, standing, bending and operating a forklift.
• Must be able to lift up to fifty (50) pounds
• Comfortable wearing appropriate PPE while in producation and warehouse areas
• Will spend time in an office environment, on a computer or in meetings

Why work at Dura-Line LLC.?

• 401k with a 6% company match (the company will automatically contribute an extra 3% of your plan-eligible pay to your 401k)
• Multi-tier benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) that you can tailor for yourself and dependents which include Employer-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, & Life Insurance
• Wellness Employee Assistance Program (EAP), paid parental leave, Fitness & Weight-loss Reimbursement
• Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, 11 paid company holidays, paid vacation time, paid sick time, career development opportunities, and many other benefits in a collaborative culture that focuses on work & work-life balance, innovation, & teamwork. Benefits start on day one!

JOIN THE TEAM: Discover how Dura-Line LLC. creates what connects us. Every day, in the little ways and the big ones, our lives depend on clear, consistent, reliable communication. Check out our products, history, and testimonials and apply today at . 

The compensation for this position will typically range from $80,500 - $149,000 annually. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity.

The compensation package may also include short and long-term incentive compensation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare coverage, a 401(k)-retirement savings plan, paid company holidays, paid vacation time, paid sick time, parental leave, short- and long-term disability leave, and an employee assistance program. At Orbia, we are committed to taking care of our employees and believe in providing comprehensive support so you can thrive at work and home.

All employees are subject to pre-employment Background Check and Drug Screening and employment is contingent upon successful clearance of both. Dura-Line is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the federal E-Verify program to verify the work eligibility of all new hires.

Dura-Line will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)