POSITION SUMMARY
Position drives the development organization administration and continuous improvement of EHS programs within the organization including P3E. Position coordinates and conducts inspections monitoring sampling testing and recordkeeping as required to ensure compliance with environmental permits plans laws and regulations. EHS Specialist will be responsible for reviewing revising and coordinating activities with applicable SOPs. Position will also conduct formulate and / or coordinate training for personnel. Position conducts internal audits and coordinates compliance activities.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinates activities to ensure compliance with applicable federal state and local regulations related to environmental health and safety requirements.
- Develops applicable SOPs; creates or acquires related safety training programs coordinated implementation of safety programs; maintains required records; submits required reports.
- Conducts safety and environmental audits and inspections.
- Coordinates or conducts required environmental and safety orientations and training for company new employees and contractors.
- Perform environmental audits and maintain records for local state and federal regulatory agencies.
- Assists with incident management incident investigations incident prevention and hazard recognition initiatives. Performs hazard assessments as required and / or as directed.
- Coordinates with local management with regard to reporting safety and/or environmental incidents.
- Perform functions related to hazardous waste including collection of contaminated wastes organizing material for segregation using applicable waste codes. Prepares material and manifests for hazardous waste shipment.
- Occasional travel between facilities within a geographical region to support the EH&S requirements.
- Any other duties assigned within the scope of the EH&S field.
- Prefer a Bachelors Degree or Associate Degree in Engineering Science Environmental Health and Safety field or related
- 35 years of experience in the areas of responsibility under Environmental Health and Safety. Broad knowledge and/or understanding and experience applicable to OSHA EPA and DOT regulations required.
- Strong technical knowledge and sound judgment
- Excellent communication and analytical skills.
- Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
- Computer skills include Microsoft Excel and Word PowerPoint and proprietary EH&S Software.
- Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including OSHA EPA State and Federal regulations.
- As required by the position you must have the ability to wear a respirator as per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 Respirator Protection regulations with no restrictions that would prevent the proper use and/or seal of the respirator.
- Ability to work at heights utilizing lift equipment utilizing personal fall arrest systems.
- Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required.
- Commitment to company values and complies with department norms policies directives and procedures.
- Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
- Honors and protect confidential and proprietary documents and information.
- Satisfies work schedule requirements.
- The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Performs other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Education:
High School Diploma or GED Required.
Degree in Engineering Science Environmental Health and Safety field or related highly preferred.
Experience:
Prefer 2 years of experience in areas of responsibility: Environmental Health and Safety. Broad knowledge and/or understanding and experience applicable to OSHA EPA and DOT regulations required.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Strong technical knowledge and sound judgment
Excellent communication and analytical skills.
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
Computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Word PowerPoint and proprietary EH&S Software.
Working Conditions / Environment/ Special Requirements:
Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including OSHA EPA State and Federal regulations.
As required by the position must have the ability to wear a respirator as per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 Respirator Protection regulations with no restrictions that would prevent the proper use and/or seal of the respirator.
Ability to work at heights utilizing lift equipment utilizing personal fall arrest systems.
Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required.
Commitment to company values and complies with department norms policies directives and procedures.
Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
Honors and protects confidential and proprietary documents and information.
Satisfies work schedule requirements.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Performs other duties as assigned.
Embraer is an Equal Opportunity Employer