EHS Specialist III- Onsite in Covington, KY

Work Schedule

Environmental Conditions

Job Description

At Thermo Fisher Scientific team youll discover impactful work innovative thinking and a culture dedicated to working the right way for the right reasons - with the customer always top of mind. The work we do matters like helping customers find cures for cancer protecting the environment and supporting our customers medical related inquiries. As the world leader in serving science with the largest investment in R&D in the industry our colleagues are empowered to realize their full potential as part of a fast-growing global organization that values passion and unique contributions. Our commitment to our colleagues across the globe is to provide the resources and opportunities they need to make a difference in our world while building a fulfilling career with us.

What will you do in this role

Maintains environmental health and safety programs and supports multiple sites across the organization. Assists management team with monitoring environmental compliance and safety metrics (i.e. chemical safety ergonomics illness and injury prevention). Ensures that all Licensing Permitting or other environmental health & safety requirements are met and ensures non compliance issues are resolved. Conducts compliance training audits and inspects sites or lab environments to ensure compliance with global occupational safety and health standards. Recommends corrective action where hazard or risks exist. Complete risk assessments through observation of tasks and use of existing templates. Risk assessments may be chemical biological ergonomic or task based.

Qualification requirements:

Education requirements:

Bachelors degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification.

In some cases an equivalency consisting of a combination of appropriate education training and/or directly related experience will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.

Experience requirements:

Previous experience that provides the knowledge skills and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 5 years).

Knowledge of laboratory protocols Laboratory Safety Standard OSHA and HAZCOM is required.

Knowledge of Health and Safety related programs incident and injury prevention is required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

In-depth knowledge of OSHA EPA DOT IATA and other applicable regulations

Knowledge of workers compensation requirements laboratory and hazardous waste regulations to include hazardous chemical/biohazard storage and disposal regulations

The ability to plan schedule and carry out work for successful project completion.

A positive attitude and ability to work well with others and excellent attention to detail.

Be able to communicate effectively and follow detailed written and verbal instruction.

Understanding of Industrial Hygiene monitoring strategies.

Strong presentation skills and the ability to provide effective training

Solid problem-solving skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong judgment and business acumen

Strong computer skills

Location: Onsite in Covington KY. Relocation assistance is NOT provided.

*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States withoutsponsorship.

*Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check whichincludes a drug screening.

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100000 colleagues we share a common set of values - Integrity Intensity Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research solve complex scientific challenges drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific where diverse experiences backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

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