EHS Technician

SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager, serve as a resource to the organization in the development and implementation of a world class EHS program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in facilitating the implementation of EHS systems including Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental and Medical programs.
• Educate personnel to ensure compliance with EHS regulatory requirements and standards
• Oversee the wastewater process for full compliance with applicable discharge permits
• Assess risk associated with manufacturing processes and act to minimize risks
• Assist in defining, obtaining, and coordinating necessary EHS reports, permits, communications and EHS self-assessments for the location
• Develop and update EHS written programs and safe work instructions
• Assist in coordinating fire drills and other emergency response
• Update health and safety posting and bulletin boards
• Develop and facilitate EHS training
• Using VelocityEHS, manage and analyze incident data
• Complete Health and Safety audits and inspections
• Manage Job Observation/Behavior Based Programs
• Identify hazard assessments and manage to closure
• Conduct ergonomic evaluations and identify corrective actions

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferred: Associate's science degree (AA) or equivalent in Environmental, Health and Safety/Engineering; or equivalent verifiable experience.

• 3+ years of EHS experience related to manufacturing and repair operations.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft software including Excel, Power Point & Word.