EHS Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY:        

The EHS Coordinator supports the implementation and administration of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs for the Costa Rica manufacturing operation. Working closely with the Facilities & Maintenance Engineer, this role helps ensure compliance with applicable regulations and company standards through inspections, training, incident investigations, contractor safety, and continuous improvement initiatives, while promoting a safe and healthy workplace.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

•   Coordinate the day-to-day implementation of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs to ensure compliance with company policies, corporate standards, and applicable local regulations.
•  Coordinate workplace accident reporting and follow-up, including the administration of the INS Workers' Compensation Insurance (Riesgos del Trabajo) process, RT Virtual platform, required documentation, and communication with regulatory agencies and healthcare providers, as applicable.
•  Conduct routine workplace inspections, hazard assessments, and safety observations, following up on corrective actions to promote a safe and compliant work environment.
•  Coordinate incident reporting and investigations, supporting root cause analysis and the implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
•  Coordinate EHS training programs, including new hire orientation, contractor inductions, periodic safety training, and employee awareness initiatives.
•  Maintain EHS documentation, records, permits, and regulatory reports, ensuring information is accurate, current, and readily available for audits and inspections.
•  Support environmental compliance activities, including waste management, chemical management, environmental monitoring, and other site sustainability initiatives, as applicable.
•  Partner with the Facilities & Maintenance Engineer to ensure maintenance activities, contractor work, and facility projects are performed in compliance with Environmental, Health & Safety requirements.
•  Coordinate emergency preparedness activities, including evacuation drills, emergency response equipment inspections, and participation in emergency response programs.
•  Monitor EHS performance metrics, prepare reports, and recommend improvement opportunities to strengthen safety performance and regulatory compliance.
•  Support cross-functional teams during site startup, audits, regulatory inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives while performing other Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities as assigned

ESSENCIAL QUALIFICATIONS:  

•   Technical Diploma, Associate Degree, or Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Management, or a related field.
•  Minimum of 2 years of experience supporting Environmental, Health & Safety programs in a manufacturing or industrial environment. 
•  English proficiency at B2 or above, with the ability to communicate effectively with global teams. 
•  Experience conducting workplace inspections, hazard identification, and incident investigations. 
•  Experience coordinating EHS training, contractor safety, and regulatory compliance activities. 
•  Experience maintaining EHS documentation, records, and reports for audits and regulatory inspections.
•  Working knowledge of Costa Rican Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety regulations. 
•  Knowledge of Costa Rica's Workers' Compensation Insurance (INS – Riesgos del Trabajo) processes, including workplace accident reporting, RT Virtual administration, and regulatory requirements.
•  Knowledge of risk assessment, incident investigation, and corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes. 
•  Familiarity with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or other EHS management systems. 
•  Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

PREFFER QUALIFICATIONS:  

•   Experience within the Medical Device or another highly regulated manufacturing industry.
•  Previous experience supporting manufacturing startups, greenfield operations, or facility expansions.
•  Knowledge of ISO 13485, Lean Manufacturing, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and Operational Excellence methodologies.
•  Experience supporting FAT/SAT activities, equipment validation, and manufacturing transfers.
•  Project Management certification or formal training is considered an asset.

PHYSICAL DEMAND:   

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk, sit, and use hands to finger, handle or feel tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, crouch, bend, talk and hear.    

 The employee must lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.    

 Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

Typical Office / Manufacturing Environment  

Fast paced environment  

Work evening and weekend as necessary  

Our Recruitment Process

We strive to provide a positive and transparent recruitment experience. While the process may vary depending on the position, it generally includes:

• Application Review – We evaluate your qualifications, experience, and alignment with the position requirements.
• Initial HR Interview – A conversation to learn more about your professional background, career goals, and expectations.
• Hiring Manager Interview – A technical and role-specific discussion focused on the responsibilities of the position.
• Final Evaluation – Depending on the role, the process may include additional interviews, technical assessments, or employment reference checks.
• Background Check – The selected candidate must successfully complete the company’s required background screening process.
• Employment Offer – Once the recruitment requirements have been completed, the selected candidate will receive a formal employment offer and onboarding information.