Admin Assistant/Technician, EH&S

Tenneco is one of the world’s leading designer, manufacturers and marketers of automotive products for original equipment and aftermarket customers, with approximately 78.000 team members working at more than 300 sites worldwide. Through our four business groups, Motorparts, Ride Performance, Clean Air and Powertrain, Tenneco is driving advancements in global mobility by delivering technology solutions for diversified global markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway, industrial, motorsport and the aftermarket.

We are looking for a Plant Nurse to join our manufacturing facility in Skokie, IL. This position will provide professional nursing service and first aid to employees or persons who become ill or injured on site and coordinates any off-site care needed. This Plant Nurse will report to the EH&S Manager and will become a valued member of the manufacturing team where we strive to promote from within wherever possible; therefore, opportunities for advancement are strong.

 RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain confidential medical records related to Worker’s Compensation Insurance
• Assist with the development of programs such as Bloodborne Pathogens, Hearing Conservation Program, Respiratory Protection Program, First Responder Team, Personal Protective Equipment and Industrial Hygiene Monitoring
• Manages First Responder Team, provides First Aid, CPR, and AED training, and organizes flu vaccine fair
• Coordinates respiratory protection questionnaires and fit tests for employees
• Responsible for Worker’s Compensation Program on a day-to-day basis and follow-up on all cases to ensure workers return to work at the earliest/safe opportunity
• Monitors restricted and lost time cases for status changes in any employee’s ability to perform job
• Works with insurance carrier to process workers’ compensation claims
• Continuously monitor the Accident Injury Reporting database activities to track rates and trends
• Responsible for input of information for OSHA Recordkeeping requirements to track rates and trends
• Responsible for completing annual audio-metric testing for employees to comply with OSHA Hearing Conservation Program; including going over the hearing test with each employee and answering any questions they may have
• Responsible for training employees on how to insert hearing protection, and the importance of wearing hearing protection on and off the job
• Coordinate and interface with company designated Occupational Health doctors (accompanies associates to doctor’s appointments)
• Provide health and wellness education and coaching to associates as needed and assigned
• Maintains medical area and equipment in an orderly, clean and sanitary condition
• Completes drug screens and reasonable suspicion drug tests
• Administration of company prescription eyeglass program and safety shoe program
• Coordination of medical surveillance programs and recordkeeping

EDUCATION: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent experience
• Valid Illinois Nursing License or Illinois Paramedic License Required

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• 1-2 Years occupational health experience required
• Ability to take patient vital signs, treat wounds, evaluate physical condition, perform history and physical exam and refer to physician and/or hospital
• Working knowledge of Illinois Workers Compensation, OSHA, HIPAA, and other state/federal regulations
• Occupational Hearing Conservation Certified (CAOHC) or willing to obtain certification
• First aid, CPR, and AED Instructor or willing to obtain certification
• Experience in assessment and development of ergonomics programs or willing to obtain certification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift and carry objects 5-10 pounds on a regular basis, occasional lifting of 20 pounds or more
• Ability to walk and move about, stoop and bend, reach

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Controlled temperature, some loud noises and possible odors present throughout facility

We are committed to the safety and health of our employees. We adhere to social distancing recommendations and other protocols, ensuring a safe work environment for all.