Staff EHS Engineer

We are seeking a Staff EHS Engineer to join our team in Bloomfield Connecticut where CO2 and Fiber Lasers are developed and produced. The Ideal candidate will have a strong background in Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) in a manufacturing setting. This position will be responsible for designing implementing documenting and maintaining our EHS and laser programs. This role will support the safety programs at ourmanufacturing facility in Bloomfield Connecticut.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

EHS Training

• Lead efforts for planning site EHS training for employees contractors and other visitors
  • Implement & managethe companys learning management system (LMS) and trainingmatrices
  • Maintenance of PowerPoints and other trainingmaterials
  • Ensure EHS training is completed including written feedback by participants
  • EHS training records maintained for easy access
• Lead Emergency Medical Response Team and coordinatetraining at the site for CPR AED First Aid

Environmental Activities

• Ensure timely submission and renewal of all required environmental permit applications and
• Complete environmental calculations as needed.
• Lead environmental inspections and audits
• Ensureall local state and federal environmental reporting requirements are met
• Coordinate and conduct any required environmental sampling
• Prepare and submit environmental reportsincluding but not limited to Tier II TRI emissions reporting and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) data and safety scorecards

EHS Committee Activities

• Lead/support site EHS Safety Committee
• Conduct JSAs incident investigations and rootcause analysis.
• Drivecompletion of the safetyobservations and corrective actions

Other EHS Activities

• Manage SDS program including program for approving new chemicals to site
• Lead Medical Surveillance efforts for the site as required
• Lead Industrial Health program and related efforts for the site
• Participate in execution of the Respirator FitTesting Program for the site if required
• Manage the Prescription Safety Glasses program for the site
• Conduct JSAs EHSRs Incident Investigations/RCAs as directed by the Regional EHS Manager Auditor or as requiredby tasks programs and projects within the site
• Followup and manage on employee EHS Concerns and Near Miss events received verbally or through the sites notification system
• Leadthe review andupdating of siteEHS programs guidelines and procedures to ensure they are compliant with both Corporate State local andFederal guidelines
• Attend meetings or functions as the subject matter expert on EHS and Facilities as necessary
• Keep up to date with all EHS regulations and techniques
• Escort and assist regulatory inspectors as necessary
• Coordinate wasteprograms including hazardous nonhazardous Universal waste and recycling programs
• Serve as Laser Safety Officer and oversee Laser Safety Program
• Ensure monthly audits are completed for general and laser safety
• Perform other projects as assigned

Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree in environmental safety Occupational Safety and Health or related field desired; equivalent experience considered
• 3 yearsEHS experience required (2 years laser safety experience is a plus)
• Semiconductor or laser related industry experience in engineering manufacturing or manufacturing engineering preferred
• Knowledge of cleanroom environments tool installation and hookups
• Knowledge of regulations under OSHA DOT RCRA and LEAN principles
• Certifiedtrainer in EHS topics including but not limited to First Aid/CPR Forklift Operations Certification Emergency Response Fire Safety is a plus

Skills

• Participate in required safety training (RCRA DOT Hazmat Shipper etc.) and mandatory member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT). Respond to emergencies as part of the ERT
• CPR certified or willing to become certified.
• Open to furthering safety knowledge through seminars training etc.
• Ability to conduct inspections using inspection equipment
• Training in laser safety is a plus
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Excel Word PowerPoint etc.)
• Accurate data entry skills required
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Must be open to flexible work hours
• Ability to work independently and efficiently with little supervision
• Must be able to concentrate in a busy work environment and be detail oriented to maintain a high level of quality and maintain a safe work environment
• Good problemsolving and analytical skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and contractors simultaneously

Working Conditions

• The work environment will range from office to plant floor and include periodic work performed outside
• Work may be performed on ground level and/or at heights using ladders or lifts
• This position must generally work onsite
• Must be comfortable working with chemicals and machines
• Must be willing to receive calls or work at night or weekends occasionally
• Must be willing to travel domestically up to 10% mainly to support audits and support sites within CT
• Must have the ability to work with employees and customers in a multicultural global team environment

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to effectively move around the facility. May be asked to stand for extended periods of time (up to 4 hours)
• May be required to occasionally perform strenuous work
• Ability to reach bend push pull and lift 50 pounds
• Must be able to work sitting at least 6 hours per shift

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISOand/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

CultureCommitment

Ensure adherence to companys values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected Veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.