Job Description

Overview

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist in our Miramar, FL location. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating, promoting and maintaining Environmental, Health and Safety standards in accordance with all Federal and State regulations for Garmin Properties.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate and maintain training of Garmins safety and environmental programs
• Maintain and update companywide Material Safety Data sheets
• Administer company-wide safety management and conduct training for programs such as Hazard Communications, Bloodborne Pathogens, Lockout/Tagout, Emergency Action Plan, Hazardous Material Disposal and Emergency Management
• Represent Garmin International to external organizations regarding facility environmental health and safety
• Maintain hazardous and non-hazardous waste programs by collecting and disposing of materials in accordance with Federal and State standards
• Monitor for changes in OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) or other applicable regulatory agencies that may affect ongoing business activities
• Maintain accident investigation and near miss reports for incidents on Garmin property
• Responsible for developing process improvements on existing safety programs
• Conduct site inspections to assess compliance with company environmental safety plans
• Monitor contractor safety programs
• Provide continuous, swift, and accurate feedback to Operations
• Management regarding all safety matters
• Assist in maintaining established departmental policies and procedures
• Coordinate and track EHS communication and participation
• Assist with evaluations of equipment and processes to ensure associate safety
• Facilitate conflict resolution

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Environmental Health and Safety or related Health or Safety field OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of safety, hazardous materials and environmental regulation and practices
• Must possess demonstrated project management experience relevant to Garmins business needs for performing the essential functions of this role
• Must possess demonstrated knowledge of OSHA and state and federal regulations
• Must be familiar with and possess a working knowledge of manufacturing and warehouse processes relevant for successful performance of this role
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to work effectively across functional and organizational lines
• Must possess proficiency using Microsoft software including Word and Excel
• Detail-oriented and work proactively and effectively with little supervision while exercising sound judgment and must demonstrate a high level of professionalism

Desired Qualifications

• Safety or environmental related Professional Certifications (e.g. CSP, CIH, CHMM)
• Hazard Analysis experience

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veterans status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits

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