Job Description
Company Overview
Stella-Jones is a leading manufacturer of essential infrastructure products focused on serving utilities and railroads, as well as supplying big box home improvement stores across North America. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada and publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange, Stella-Jones operates a vast network of facilities that employs more than 3,000 employees across the United States and Canada. Built on strong foundations with a coast-to-coast reach, we offer real opportunities for career success and community impact. To learn more, visit us at:
Position Summary
The Environmental, Health & Safety Supervisor at Stella-Jones in Bellingham plays a pivotal role in safeguarding both people and the planet. This position ensures full compliance with health and safety standards while driving rigorous environmental practices at the site level. It’s not just a job - it’s a cornerstone of Stella-Jones’ commitment to sustainability and responsible operations. By overseeing environmental stewardship in the pressure-treated wood industry, this role directly reflects the company’s dedication to protecting communities and preserving natural resources.
Key Safety & Health Responsibilities :
- Lead proactive safety initiatives through facility inspections, audits, and hands-on training sessions.
- Champion compliance by implementing health and safety policies, programs, and procedures that set the standard.
- Investigate and resolve incidents with thorough accident and incident analysis to prevent future risks.
- Guide and empower teams by providing clear direction to supervisors and plant employees on all health and safety matters.
- Ensure precision and accountability with accurate, timely reporting and meticulous recordkeeping.
- Stay ahead of regulations by monitoring OSHA updates and adapting policies to maintain compliance.
- Expand expertise through occasional travel to EHS training events
- Perform other related duties as assigned
- Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Key Environmental Responsibilities:
- Lead proactive compliance efforts by conducting regular facility inspections to meet and exceed local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
- Drive continuous improvement through detailed environmental audits that identify opportunities for enhanced sustainability and compliance.
- Empower the workforce by developing and delivering impactful environmental training programs that build awareness and accountability.
- Own the permitting process by managing applications, renewals, and modifications to ensure timely approvals and regulatory alignment.
- Implement best-in-class practices by rolling out plant-level environmental policies and programs tailored to the unique demands of wood treatment operations.
- Respond decisively to incidents by investigating spills or environmental concerns and ensuring swift corrective and preventive actions.
- Be the go-to resource for supervisors and employees, providing expert guidance on environmental standards, regulations, and company policies.
- Maintain transparency and accuracy with timely reporting and meticulous recordkeeping, including emissions, waste management, and water discharge data.
- Champion sustainability initiatives by actively contributing to company-wide environmental programs and aligning plant goals with broader organizational objectives.
- Stay ahead of the curve by monitoring evolving regulations and industry best practices, especially those impacting wood treatment processes.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental science, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field
- Five (5) or more years of Environmental, Health & Safety work experience
- EHS experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
- Knowledge of OSHA 1910 General Industry standards and Washington OSHA regulations.
- Demonstrated experience with environmental compliance programs such as hazardous waste management (RCRA), stormwater permitting, SPCC, or air permitting.
- Incident investigation and root cause analysis skills.
- Proven ability to develop and deliver employee training on environmental, safety, or health topics.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience maintaining accurate environmental and safety documentation.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to influence and lead safety initiatives across teams.
Preferred:
- Professional certification(s) such as: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), Occupational Hygiene & Safety Technician (OHST), HAZWOPER 40-hour certification
- Experience within wood treating, lumber, chemicals, or similar heavy industrial environments.
- DOT hazardous materials shipping certification and/or experience with waste manifesting.
- Familiarity with behavior-based safety programs or continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma) initiatives that integrate EHS performance.
- First Aid / CPR and Train-the-Trainer certification(s).
Compensation & Employee Benefits:
As a Stella-Jones employee, you will have access to excellent benefits and incentives including:
- Competitive compensation with targeted starting base salary range from $70,000 to $87,000
- Annual bonus program opportunity
- 401(k) savings plan with excellent Company match (150% on the first 4% deferred)
- Comprehensive total benefits package with 3 medical plans to choose from
- Several company-paid benefits including:
- Dental and Vision coverage
- Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) policies
- Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Access to a robust employee assistance program
- 2 weeks paid vacation and 9 holidays
- Career advancement opportunities
- Ability to purchase Company stock
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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