Safety and Environment Specialist

Emerson Tool Company is looking for a Safety & Environment Specialist to support a range of Safety activities in the Pharr, Texas site! This position will be responsible for leading our employee development training events and educational programs related to environmental, safety, and governance (ESG). Main areas of responsibility will be: onboarding training, including forklift familiarization, training current and new employees in work processes, safety, environmental, and ergonomics. Work with the Management team to create and maintain safety work instructions.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Provide onboarding safety training courses to all new hires, including:
  • Compressed gas cylinder.
  • Hazard communication.
  • Lock out / tag out.
  • Emergency evacuation.
  • C-TPAT.
• Schedule and evaluate all employees in the use of all loading trucks, including yearly refresher training classes, including:
  • Clamps.
  • Forklift.
  • Standup.
  • Scissor lift.
  • Cherry picker.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of work instructions for each job and assist with employee training and compliance.
• Review and maintain the existing safety training matrix.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement activities.
• Participate in safety audits and inspections.
• Investigate VMS reports.
• Create and maintain employee training records.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory agencies.
• Record near misses, incidents, and hazards data in Velocity and follow up on open items.
• Conduct ergonomic studies to ensure the well-being and safety of employees.
• Train employees to do their job properly to avoid injuries.
• Responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing employee safety and health programs. Ensure the company complies with and adheres to mandated safety and health guidelines to prevent work-related injuries.
• Familiarize and have access to the CCTV system for security and safety matters.
• Manage the preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance of forklift trucks.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Who You Are:

• You effectively communicate in various settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels.
• You provide timely and helpful information to individuals across the organization.
• You invite input and share ownership and visibility.
• You convince others to take-action.
• You negotiate skillfully in tough situations.

For This Role You Will Need:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate.
• Minimum of 3 years of prior experience in leading safety activities and training.
• Minimum of 1 years power lift truck experience.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA guidelines. Minimum of 3 years of experience leading compliance with OSHA and other regulatory agencies.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Team Player
• Conflict resolution
• Confidentiality and discretion management

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• An associate's degree in a related field is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of environmental regulations.
• Bilingual preferred (English, Spanish)
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies is preferred.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from phenomenal teams. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

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WHY EMERSON


Our Commitment to Our People


At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.


We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems - for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let's go. Let's think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.


Work Authorization


Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.


Equal Opportunity Employer


Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.


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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.


With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let's go!


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