EHS Specialist II

Job Responsibilities:

Support the Sr. EHS Manager and site in the development and implementation of EHS training at all levels.

Develop and implement EHS SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures)

Support and develop the management of the worker’s Compensation Program.

Support and develop the implementation of proactive Safety and Health programs.

Manage collection and disposal of hazardous, non-hazardous, and biomedical waste streams; maintain professional contacts with approved waste vendors; and promote waste minimization, cost-saving, and cost-avoidance measures throughout all operations of the facility.

Schedule/Coordinate and track periodic industrial hygiene, safety and environmental testing/sampling.

Conduct and manage risk assessments of chemicals, equipment, and operations to specify engineering controls, work practices, and personal protective equipment as applicable.

Manage the EHS documentation in accordance with regulatory record keeping requirements.

Drive the integration of Workplace Behavior Based observation programs pursuing compliance and continuous improvement for risk and injury reduction.

Drive velocity and effectiveness of incident investigational and reporting process.

Lead first aid team.  Manage and foster improvement with First Aid / AED / Spill kits inspections and continuous improvement.

Working knowledge of site permits (i.e. air, industrial wastewater, stormwater, etc.) and performance of duties to maintain compliance with permit conditions.

Serve as EHS representative in cross functional projects for new process/chemical introduction, process capacity expansion, facility changes, new equipment introduction, etc.

Represent EHS in compliance audits and regulatory inspections.

Conduct and/or coordinate periodic industrial hygiene, safety, and environmental sampling/testing.

Conduct risk assessments of chemicals, equipment, and operations to specify engineering controls, work practices, and personal protective equipment, as applicable.

Complete and submit periodic regulatory reports (i.e. Biennial Hazardous Waste, EPCRA, AOR, etc.)

Conduct and document Job Hazard Analyses.

Operates in accordance with our Code of Conduct and Business Ethics, and all established regulatory, compliance and safety requirements;

Performs all work in support of our Values: Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance, and Passion

All other relevant duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations (federal, state, and local), recordkeeping requirements, and guidelines.

Well versed in Investigation practices and procedures.

Able to develop and provide training to large audiences and management levels.

Is Skilled in Industrial Hygiene principles and instrumentation.

Proficient use of relevant EHS business, scientific and personal computer hardware and software applications.

Advanced use of Business English, spelling, grammar and punctuation.  Candidate must excel at reading, writing and be fluency of the English language.

Well versed in FDA, cGMPs, and SOPs related to job requirements

Proficient at Interpreting and applying federal, state and local regulations, policies, and technical procedures.

Competent in Writing technical reports, business correspondence and standard operating procedures. 

Skillful in responding to inquiries from management, employees and regulatory agencies.

Drive the analyzing and troubleshooting of problems, identifying solutions, recommending and implementing methods, procedures and/or techniques for resolution.

Comfortable managing multiple projects, duties and assignments.

Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with others.

Efficient at working with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistics. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Efficient at solving practical problems and dealing with a variety of situations. 

Skilled to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.  Able to make daily decisions based on experience, knowledge and analytical/logical thinking. 

Proficient at making daily decisions based on experience, knowledge and analytical/logical thinking.

Easily and consistently interpret and apply EHS requirements to facility operations. 

You must be computer proficient  and familiar with Microsoft Office applications.  

Independent, self-driven worker with excellent communication (oral/written) and people skills.

Experience

A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in the areas of occupational safety, health or environmental; or equivalent combination of education and/or EH&S technical experience. 

Hands-on experience in an industrial or manufacturing work environment is required

Experience in the pharmaceutical, medical device or electronics industries is preferred.

CPR/First Aid Certification

Experience in Safety, industrial hygiene and Environmental regulations required.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Extended periods of sitting, standing and walking, moderate noise levels, and some business travel. 

Work is performed in office, manufacturing, warehouse, and laboratory environments with exposure to electrical hazards, dangerous tools and equipment, toxic chemicals and pharmaceutical compounds.  

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 55 pounds. 

There is a potential for limited work assignments (employee training / communication, observation of process operations, etc.) on the off shifts.