What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS / Lab & Facilities Manager position at Verdox, Inc?
Job Description
Job Description
Description
Verdox, Inc. is dedicated to reversing climate change through the development and deployment of advanced technology. Our proprietary electro-swing process, developed at MIT, enables carbon dioxide and other acid gasses to be captured with up to 80% less energy and 70% less cost than conventional approaches. We are backed by institutional investors and based in Boston.
Verdox seeks to hire a highly motivated EHS / Lab Manager to support laboratory and prototyping activities, ranging from safety compliance, to facilities maintenance, to equipment and supply purchasing.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage lab and site safety in compliance with applicable regulations, with a focus on chemical, materials, and electrical safety
- Coordinate safety, health, and environmental training for employees
- Develop and implement safety procedures and policies for wet lab, shop, and office areas headquarters
- Manage chemical inventory, ensure proper storage, handling, use and disposal of chemicals, compressed gasses and other lab materials
- Maintain a safe and compliant work environment through oversight of permits, EHS documentation, and other regulatory compliance items
- Support facility expansion and scale-up activities, including chemistry scale-up, engaging and managing contractors and consultants when necessary
- Ensure proper supply of materials and personal protective equipment (PPE) for headquarters
- Ensure proper maintenance, usage, and installation of lab equipment and supplies, including appropriate scheduled / preventative maintenance and calibration of lab equipment
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