Senior EHS Engineer

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Collect Environmental and other EHS data for analysis and reporting (both internally and externally) under the direction of the Senior EHS Manager.
• Assists in tracking and communicating Federal State and Local regulations identifies impacts to the site and develops and implements actions to comply within the published guidelines.
• Assists with conducting internal audits root cause analysis corrective action closure and tracking.
• Maintains safety files records databases and SDS/safe chemical management program.
• Performs industrial hygiene sampling/analysis ergonomic analysis & processes safety risk assessment (including PHAs).
• Assists with administration of workers compensation program including working with the insurance carrier to reduce employee lost time
• Conducts EHS training as required or coordinates training programs conducted by others.
• Implement programs designed to reduce injuries such as hazard identification risk/threat analysis job safety analysis as well as tracking and disseminating this information under the direction of the Sr. EHS Manager.
• Lead the site HAZMAT emergency response team (ERT)
• Lead site ERT emergency exercises and facility wide drills under the direction of the Senior EHS Manager
• Maintain and improve the EHS Management System (ISO-14001: 2015) that drives performance including reduction of risks injuries spills releases compliance events natural resources and cost efficiencies under the direction of the Senior EHS Manager.
• Assists with onboarding of new employees including but not limited to ensuring that new employees are familiar with EHS related requirements for the site and/or role.
• Identification of trends in incidents and near miss reports and ensures actions are completed in a timely manner.
• Assists with continuous improvement in EHS activities programs behaviors and culture to reduce risk and meet company objectives.
• Work on special EHS tasks as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree in safety/industrial/chemical/mechanical engineering or other related technical field required
• 4 years of EHS experience required
• Experience with Regulatory/Permitting Compliance (preferably in Pennsylvania)
• Experience Conducting & Performing EHS Risk Assessments (JSAs PHAs etc.)
• Experience Working in a Chemical or Manufacturing Environment

Skills

• Ability to anticipate and handle multiple priorities and complex/abstract issues involving external and internal priorities
• Ability to handle special assignments promptly and professionally
• Ability to lead Emergency Response Team as Incident Commander
• Ability to work in teams and collaborate.
• Comfortable working with and around hazardous chemicals and machinery
• Willingness to travel domestically as required (up to 10%)
• Ability to work with employees and customers in a multi-cultural global team environment
• Excellent interpersonal communication influence planning and organizational skills.
• Proficient in MS Office software programs including Word Excel and PowerPoint.

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 on-site (though occasional work-from-home days be allowed)
• Must be comfortable working with chemicals and machinery.
• Must be willing to receive calls or work on nights or weekends occasionally.
• Must be willing to travel domestically up to 25% to other Coherent locations if needed.
• Must have the ability to work with employees and customers in a multi-cultural global team environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work at computer for an 8-hour shift.
• 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 stoop push pull and lift 50 pounds and move a 55-gallon drum.
• 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.