Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator

Our Opportunity: 

At Chewy, we are committed to fostering a safe and supportive work environment through our Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) program. We are seeking a dedicated EHS Coordinator to join the Mount Juliet, TN Fulfillment Center team. This critical role involves serving as the EHS representative for your designated shift, ensuring that all aspects of the Chewy EHS Program are efficiently implemented and led.

In this position, you will lead training sessions for Team Members on safety practices and provide mentorship and development and correct any at-risk behaviors observed. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate daily, weekly, and monthly metrics using corporate reporting systems and sharing data-driven insights with onsite leadership to help prevent injuries and incidents. Compliance with all corporate EHS program expectations, as well as local, state, and federal regulations, is a key aspect of the role.

You will also conduct risk assessments for job functions and the introduction of new equipment, recommending and implementing appropriate risk mitigation measures, including ergonomic solutions. Previous experience in an EHS role is preferred but not required, though familiarity with safety regulations and risk management practices is beneficial. Strong communication skills, the ability to train and support others, and proficiency in data management and reporting are important.

This position requires flexibility in shift availability, as the role is not remote and involves working any shift based on operational needs. We offer a supportive work environment that prioritizes safety and well-being, along with opportunities for professional growth and a competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are passionate about creating a safe and inclusive work environment and are committed to supporting Chewy’s EHS mission, we encourage you to apply for this role. 

 

What you'll do but not limited to: 

• Demonstratable passion for EHS. 

• Serve as the designated EHS shift representative, coordinating and implementing all areas of the Chewy EHS Program as directed by the Site EHSM. 

• Influence behavior and inspire commitment on the part of all Team Members in aligning with Chewy EHS standards and maintaining a safe work environment.  

• Training and coaching Team Members on observed at-risk behaviors. 

• Support leadership efforts to ensure compliance with corporate EHS Program expectations and applicable federal and state laws.  

• Identify and advise leadership of compliance issues, EHS risks, and improvement opportunities by completing daily, weekly, and monthly audits.  

• Recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures to leadership, including ergonomic considerations. 

• Facilitate the incident investigation process. 

• Maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly metrics applying corporate-based reporting systems to provide onsite leadership with data to mitigate injuries and incidents.  

• Maintain required paperwork to follow EHS standards. 

• Perform required standard of work observations and audits. 

• Train and assist all Team Members in completing their EHS responsibilities. 

• Perform specific EHS training as required by the Site EHS Manager. 

• Demonstrate strong communication, collaboration, analysis, judgment, and customer-focused skills. 

• Demonstrate the ability to analyze accident data, new processes, and equipment for potential EHS concerns and conduct job hazard and job safety analyses. 

 

What you'll need: 

• High school or equivalent experience or equivalent diploma. 

• A minimum of 1 year in an EHS related field OR a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in EHS-relevant field OR 6 months experience performing in a safety-related role within Chewy. 

• Knowledge of OSHA regulations specifically 29 CFR 1910. 

• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint in a professional capacity. 

• Strong communication, partnership, analysis, judgment, and customer-focus skills. 

• Ability to analyze accident data, new processes, and machinery for potential safety concerns and conduct job hazard and job safety analysis. 

• Able to maintain confidentiality in matters involving personnel issues. 

• Ability to develop and implement department objectives and strategies. 

• Available to work flexible shifts, including days, nights, and/or weekends. 

 

 

Bonus: 

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in an EHS-relevant field. 

• Experience leading and developing a team.  

• Experience being a part of or leading a Safety Committee. 

• Experience in emergency response with active First Aid and CPR certificates. 

• Experience with Intelex, Avetta, Asana, Smartsheet, Safety Management Systems, Microsoft Office, or other similar workspace software. 

 

 

Why Chewy: 

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision. 

• Team member discounts and perks. 

• Collaborative and dynamic work environment. 

• Opportunities for professional growth and development. 

 

 

Disclaimer: 

• Chewy is committed to equal opportunity. We value and embrace diversity and inclusion of all Team Members. 

• If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, or you require a religious accommodation, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Chewy, please contact HR at chewy.com. 

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Last updated on Aug 23, 2024