Environmental Coordinator — Cohoes, NY

We are looking for an Environmental Coordinator to join our team. Responsibilities include organizing, maintaining and updating department information; perform routine tasks to support management.  This is a position seeking a candidate with interest in a stepped career growth track in EH&S.

 

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ensure quality of departmental document organization and program content (This includes organization and maintenance of various manuals, electronic document system, and regulatory records archive).
  • Provide support for Mohawk’s established Environmental programs and coordination with safety functions through defined activities and recordkeeping under the direction of company managers:
Hazard Communication / GHS Program Waste disposal and recycling activities
Chemical & Petroleum storage and handling EPA NY RCRA, DOT; HAZMAT
Personal Protective Equipment Hazardous Materials Transportation
Facility environmental labeling OSHA HAZWOPER Emergency response planning
Safety, housekeeping, best practices Community right to know requirements
Employee training programs Environmental media sampling & hygiene Monitoring
Environmental media sampling & hygiene Monitoring Asbestos, lead, mold abatement
Air, Wastewater and stormwater Site Pesticide programs



YOUR SKILLS: 

The right person for this role is a self-starter with a strong attention to detail.  The following are also required:

  • Associates in environmental science or related discipline.
  • Strong P.C. skills with an emphasis on Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Access)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
  • Ability to update and maintain documentation systems which require strict attention to accuracy and organization.
  • It is essential that the candidate be someone who understands the requirement for detail, is disciplined and methodical in work practices and willing to maintain a high level of organization and structure in work process and quality in final work product.
  • Must be Self-directed in organizing, scheduling and following up on tasks.  This is critical as it relates to EH&S regulatory documentation and activities requirements.
  • Must be willing to perform tasks in manufacturing areas.  Although this job is primarily office based, it does entail routine tasks within production areas.  A car is required for travel between local facilities and for other assignments such as delivering samples to our contract laboratory.
  • Candidate must be willing to develop and apply technical knowledge within regulatory discipline and assume greater responsibilities over time.
  • There is the expectation that the candidate will attend appropriate training and development sessions and continue to update skills

 

PREFERRED: 

  • Previous experience with environmental, safety, or quality compliance and management programs
  • Previous training / experience:  OSHA HAZCOM/GHS, RCRA, HAZWOPER, DOT HAZMAT
  • Previous experience with PowerPoint, Scanning, and Graphics programs would be helpful.

     

YOUR BENEFITS: 

Mohawk is committed to being a great place to work. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Medical, dental and vision plan
  • 401(k)
  • Student Loan Pay Down Program
  • Parental Leave
  • Generous PTO Program
  • Paid Holidays                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

HOW TO APPLY: 

Qualified candidates should apply online at Mohawkconnects.com or submit their resume to [email protected].

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