EHS Coordinator

Overview

Job Title:

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator
Department: EHS

Reports To:

Corporate Director of EHS

Location:

San Jose, CA (On-Site)
FLSA Status:
Exempt

Company Overview:
Polycorp is a local manufacturer in San Jose, CA, specializing in designing and manufacturing engineered elastomeric solutions (rubber) for energy and aerospace industries. Joining the team means you will come alongside a tenured and experienced team to help enhance our safety culture on the site, and be an integral part of our company goal: to protect people, processes and the planet – with precision and purpose.

The EHS Coordinator supports the implementation of environmental, health, and safety programs at our rubber manufacturing facility in San Jose, California. This role ensures compliance with Cal/OSHA Title 8, environmental regulations (CUPA/HMBP, hazardous waste), and corporate EHS standards. The position focuses on managing chemical safety, machine guarding, ergonomics, and fire prevention while fostering a strong safety culture.

• Safety & Health (Cal/OSHA)
  • Maintain and administer the Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP).
  • Conduct hazard assessments for rubber processing operations, including:
    • Mixing and compounding areas (chemical exposure, dust control).
    • Extrusion and curing operations (heat, pinch points, moving parts).
  • Implement and monitor compliance with:
    • Hazard Communication for curing agents, solvents, and carbon black.
    • Respiratory Protection for dust and fumes.
    • Lockout/Tagout for mixers, mills, and presses.
    • Noise Exposure for high-decibel areas.
    • Heat Illness Prevention for outdoor work or hot environments.
  • Coordinate incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
  • Manage PPE programs (chemical, cut-resistant gloves, respirators, hearing protection).
  • Deliver training on machine guarding, chemical and material handling, ergonomics, emergency response, and more.
• Environmental Compliance
  • Administer Hazardous Materials Business Plan (HMBP) and maintain CERS updates for chemicals like solvents, oils, and curing agents.
  • Manage hazardous waste streams (rubber scrap with chemicals, solvents, adhesives):
    • Weekly inspections, labeling, and manifesting per RCRA and California rules.
  • Oversee air quality compliance (VOC emissions from solvents, AQMD permits).
  • Support stormwater pollution prevention (SWPPP) and spill control programs.
• Programs & Reporting
  • Maintain EHS records and dashboards; report monthly metrics (TRIR, near misses, waste volumes).
  • Coordinate emergency drills (fire, medical, and chemical spill) and maintain fire prevention plans.
  • Support contractor safety management for maintenance and equipment installation.
  • Facilitate safety meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Education
  • Associates or Bachelors in Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or related field preferred or equivalent experience.
• Experience
  • Minimum 2-4 years in EHS within manufacturing, preferably rubber processing.
• Experience
  • Required:
    
    OSHA 30-Hour, First Aid/CPR/AED
  • Preferred:
    Hazwoper 24/40-Hour, RCRA/DOT Hazmat, Forklift Trainer, CHST/ASP
• Skills
  • Technical:
    Knowledge of Cal/OSHA, chemical safety, machine guarding, ergonomics and environmental compliance. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Soft Skills:
    
    Strong Communication, ability to influence, bilingual (English/Spanish required).
• Competencies
  • Chemical Safety & Hazard Communication
  • Machine Guarding & Lockout/Tagout
  • Noise & Ergonomic Risk Management
  • Environmental Compliance (VOC, hazardous waste)
  • Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
  • Teamwork
  • Training Others

The EHS Coordinator role primarily operates in a plant environment with frequent interaction in a warehouse setting and some office/training interaction. The position requires:

• Office Environment:
• Regular use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing systems.
• Periods of sitting, typing, and reviewing documents.
• Warehouse Environment:
• Frequent and routine visits to warehouse and production areas.
• Exposure to varying temperatures (heat included), noise levels, dust, chemicals and moving equipment.
• Ability to walk, stand, and navigate warehouse aisles safely.
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Frequent walking and standing for extended periods.
• Ability to wear PPE (respirator, gloves, hearing protection, safety shoes).
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Competitive salary based on experience and certifications, $70-80,000 annually
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, disability and retirement plans
• Paid time off and professional development opportunities
• This position is bonus eligible

Polycorp U.S., LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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