MPI EHS Clerk

Company Description

What We Live By...

The McWane Way is a core philosophy outlined by the founder J.R. McWane in 1920. Today It encompasses Teamwork, Excellence, Leadership, Environment, Communication, Accountability, Safety and Trust. All team members at every level are expected to know and work by these principles, values, and behaviors. Most importantly, every team member is expected to be able to answer this question, "What does this mean for me?" This is the all-important question because behavior is the best evidence of a living principle. Join the McWane team on the journey to The McWane Way.

Who We Are...

McWane Inc. has a newly created division, McWane Plant and Industrial (MPI). This new division, based in Birmingham, AL, combines all Plant and Industrial Products in a single customer-focused package. We offer comprehensive solutions through an experienced team of professionals specifically focused on these two special markets. Our Mission is to be the Plant and Industrial supplier who is "easiest to do business with". We will make it easier to engineer, specify, and order components for plants. We will provide greater support for smoother delivery, cost-effective installation, and start-up. Most importantly, we will build strong relationships with design engineers, contractors, plant operations teams and project owners to assure we are their first-choice supplier for both new construction and future upgrades.

At MPI, you will be part of a fast-paced, collaborative, start-up where you can see, firsthand, how your work translates into positive results.

The EHS Clerk will primarily be the administrative assistant for the Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) department. This includes filing, maintaining records and assisting the Environmental and Safety Engineers as needed.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Scope of Responsibilities

• Assist in compliance reviews, general risk assessments and other safety assessments
• Maintain relevant EHS logs and documentation
• Assist in the compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to environmental health and safety
• Prepare EHS reports as requested
• Assist in the development and presentation of relevant EHS training
• Comply with all EHS procedures and policies

• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary information
• Follow all safety and working rules.
• Must have the ability to get along with co-workers, management personnel, customers, vendors, and Team Members in accordance with the company policies and working rules while ensuring a harmonious and ethical work environment.
• Maintain a positive attitude and contribute towards a quality environment.
• Excellent regular full-time attendance in support of company objectives.
• Use initiative and judgment in making decisions, keeping with the Company's Code of Conduct, Ethics and the McWane Way.
• Special projects and/or other duties as assigned.
• Perform any other work-related tasks as requested or assigned
• Assists with Workers' Compensation

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Associates degree in EHS or Occupational Health and Safety preferred
• Possess an advanced level of knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Basic office conditions with occasional exposure to some disagreeable elements which are less desirable. Some plant exposure and travel.
• Professional conduct at all times when acting on behalf of McWane Plant & Industrial
• Strict adherence to Company's Code of Conduct, Ethics and the McWane Way.
• Demonstrated ability to create and implement strategic process improvements.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize while resolving unplanned issues and continuing to execute a plan for overall departmental improvement.
• Strong ability to think critically and make effective decisions in high-pressure environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including tact, and discretion.
• Comfortable in group presentations and having the ability to effectively lead meetings.
• Self-directed with the ability to work independently as well as with groups.
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software
• Must be able to develop and maintain positive, professional relationships at all levels of the organization
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be safety orientated for self and others.

Skills & Knowledge Required:

• Ability to read, write and comprehend basic work instructions, short correspondence and memos
• Experience working with Workers' Compensation and Claims
• Strong computer proficiency including use of Microsoft office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• OSHA 1910 (General Industry) certification
• Basic environmental compliance knowledge (RCRA and CEQA)
• Basic knowledge of chemical storage and labeling requirements
• 10-30 hours of OSHA 500 or 501, Train the Trainer, preferred

Education and/or Experience

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Excellent communication skills, professional phone etiquette, and general knowledge of safety principles.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.