EHS Specialist

Note: looking only for US citizen or GC holder

Job Description:

• There is a monthly safety meeting and the person would have to present. Must be comfortable with public speaking.
• Collaborate with site personnel to ensure a safe work environment
• Prompt interaction with Plant Management and HR to address EHS related employee issues
• Calculate and report EHS Incident Rate (LTIR, EHSIR & EHSLR)
• Lead “BeSafe” observations program
• Conduct appropriate EHS audits; interpret EHS audit results and complete corrective actions timely
• Develop new EHS concepts, techniques, and standards; ensure alignment of EHS solutions with organizational objectives
• Develop and implement workplace injury/illness prevention programs (IIPP) which includes health and safety procedures, incident investigation, and training
• Generate and submit all required OSHA and environmental reports
• Participate in and lead Employee EHS Committee(s) and site management team; maintain and drive safety culture throughout sites
• Complete applications timely for all new EHS permits and renewals; complete and submit all required EHS reports and records timely
• Assist in planning for changes in physical facilities to meet new or revised EHS requirements
• Coordinate and participate in activities associated with job hazard analysis, industrial hygiene monitoring, hazardous waste identification, collection and disposal, wastewater treatment, spill control and emergency planning, contractor safety, safety engineering reviews, and ergonomic assessments
• Conduct root cause investigations and risk assessments; communicate results
• Follow regulatory and standard requirements as applicable to the site, i.e., MDSAP, ISO 13485, IVDR, and compliance with the site Quality Manual.

Physical Attributes:

• Walk and climb steps routinely.

• Work in ambient temperature and humidity environments.

• Perform public speaking.

• Computer work.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Process Safety

OR

• 3-5 years of EHS related experience in the chemical, specialty chemical and/or pharmaceutical industry

Preferred qualifications:

• Certified Safety Professional

• Industrial Hygiene knowledge

Job Type: Contract

Pay: Up to $45.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45