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EHS Specialist I

Von Roll USA Inc.
Schenectady
$63K-$70K a year
Full-time

YOUR RESPONSIBILITY AND TASKS

  • Program Development - Assist with the development, evaluation, implementation, and administration of EHS, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, and occupational health policies and programs to meet regulatory compliance, sustain the environment, and provide a safe place to work.
  • Program Implementation / Enforcement - Work with site employees and contractors, as well as departmental Behavior Based Safety (BBS) teams.
  • Coach and mentor employees at all levels on safe work and behaviors.
  • Assist and participate in EHS initiatives to align with project tracking and site safety performance goals.
  • Proactively work to identify and communicate EHS safety concerns and assist in resolving.
  • Recordkeeping / Reporting - collect, organize, and maintain data and records for EHS permit compliance and reporting. Track and trend safety near misses, incidents, and associated actions.
  • Inspections / Audits - Conduct, coordinate and participate in EHS inspections and audits, including internal inspections, corporate, regulatory and customer audits.
  • Complete assigned compliance calendar, corrective action, and audit finding tasks.
  • Active participation on Emergency Drill and Exercise Team.
  • Training - Assist in the preparation and delivery of EHS training to employees, visitors, and contractors
  • Maintain Safety Data Sheets as required by OSHA regulations.
  • Responsibilities may include and are not limited to supporting PSM, RMP, Environmental, and Waste Management compliance activities.
  • Actively participate in teams to drive continual improvement and employee engagement.
  • The above list describes typical duties and responsibilities and is not intended to limit management from assigning other work as desired.

YOUR PROFILE

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a science related field
  • Minimum of 1-3 years direct experience in an Environmental Health and Safety role in General Industry, ideally in the chemical industry
  • Knowledge of OSHA regulations specifically 29 CFR 1910
  • Preferred but not required, general knowledge of ISO 14001
  • Must be able to wear personal protective equipment to perform EHS assessments
  • The ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Proficiency with computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheet, and slide presentations
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be able to lift 25 pounds, climb ladders, bend, kneel, stoop, and walk up / down stairs without assistance
  • Must be willing to travel 10-15%

WE OFFER

401k Retirement Plan

Dynamic environment

Health Benefits

Highly motivated team

International environment

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

$63,000-$70,000 (Monday through Friday), No weekends, 12 paid holidays, 401(k) with company contribution and medical, dental, vision and dental insurance etc.

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