| Location | Elko, NV |
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Job Overview
Join Our Team as an EHS Specialist
At US Distribution, a leader within Komatsu, we are committed to fostering a safe and environmentally responsible workplace. We invite you to bring your expertise in Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) to an innovative company where your skills will directly contribute to the development and implementation of best practices in EHS across our operations.
Our Elko, Nevada facility offers a dynamic work environment where safety and sustainability are paramount. This role is integral to supporting our goal of maintaining industry-leading safety standards while empowering our teams with effective training and resources.
What We Provide Our Team Members:
This role is ideal for a proactive professional seeking to make a tangible impact within an essential industry, while progressing their career in a supportive and collaborative setting.
Key Job Responsibilities
Lead the strategic development and enforcement of all Environmental Health and Safety policies at our regional and site levels, ensuring alignment with national legislation, company objectives, and industry best practices.
Manage the comprehensive EHS program execution at the Elko, Nevada facility, including administrative oversight, risk assessments, and continuous monitoring to promote a culture of safety.
Coordinate and deliver targeted safety training programs addressing both facility-based and field service personnel, maintaining training records, compliance documentation, and balancing operational priorities to reduce disruption and costs.
Serve as the key point of contact for EHS incident management, overseeing thorough investigations of injuries, illnesses, property damages, and near-misses to identify root causes and implement corrective actions preventing future occurrences.
Regularly collect, analyze, and report on safety performance metrics across various timelines; utilize data-driven insights to shape safety initiatives, communicate progress to leadership, and facilitate continuous improvement.
Drive pollution prevention and waste minimization strategies within operations, fostering environmentally responsible practices that contribute to cost savings and regulatory compliance.
Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, and environmental teams to integrate EHS considerations into all facets of business processes, promoting shared accountability.
Champion a workplace culture built on behavioral safety principles, empowering employees at all levels to proactively identify and mitigate risks.
Qualifications/Requirements
Additional Information
US Distribution is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our commitment to excellence in Environmental Health and Safety.
This position offers the chance to contribute meaningfully to a forward-thinking company that values safety, innovation, and employee development. Flexible working arrangements and continued professional growth opportunities support our team members' success.
Hiring Range
At Komatsu, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays $$85,000. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including experience and location.
Company Benefits
Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment.
Diversity & Inclusion Commitment
At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences and contributions. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.
Company Information
Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu employs more than 64,000 people worldwide, operating in more than 140 countries. For more than a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Since the company's founding in 1921, Komatsu has been committed to supporting individuals and communities through job training, skills development and giving back. As a Komatsu employee, you will be encouraged to grow alongside our global company, contributing to a more sustainable future for all. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, join Komatsu to be a part of something big and help advance modern society. Learn more at www.komatsu.com.
EEO Statement
Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.