Via Separations is a Boston-area startup dedicated to enabling process efficiency and intensification for the industrial 2024 Via delivered its first commercial facility and changed the narrative around market-driven energy technologies that drive value for industrial customers. At the intersection of engineering society and impact our team is passionate about making a difference and building the technology and organization to do it. We are a fast-paced interdisciplinary team backed by leading venture capital firms and we are looking to add talented mission-driven people to our cohort.
We are passionate about transformative impact optimistic about scientific progress and unafraid of hard problems. We believe that our people are our unfair advantage and drive our mission forward. We embrace the diversity of our team for creative solutions and believe the best ideas come from the intersection of disciplines and perspectives. We want you to join us!
Role Description
As the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist you will collaborate closely with our technical operations facilities and lab teams to maintain and improve a top-tier safety program and ethos throughout our expanding enterprise. Your primary responsibilities will encompass formulating and refining safety protocols for Vias headquarters and field sites. This position presents an exceptional opportunity for a candidate poised to structure and initiate an EHS management framework within a burgeoning startup context while also being eager to actively implement EHS protocols and benchmarks.
Responsibilities include:
Monitor compliance to regulations policies standards and procedures; conduct internal audits including post-assessment summaries and corrective action plans.
Facilitate the root cause and corrective action process for EHS reported incidents. Support management in investigations of failures and accidents. Advise management on corrective actions required.
Maintain a high level of EHS awareness among personnel through communication training and promoting involvement in EHS programs.
Ensure EHS documentation is updated and available onsite.
Collaborate with the safety committee to address safety concerns and implement corrective actions.
Oversee the proper storage and handling of hazardous materials within facilities.
Maintain records of safety inspections incidents and training activities for regulatory compliance.
Stay current on industry best practices and regulatory changes related to facility safety.
The ideal candidate will have most if not all of these qualifications:
Minimum of 1 year of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) experience focusing on industrial manufacturing environments and chemistry pilot plant environments.
Bachelors degree in Environmental Safety Occupational Safety and Health a related field or equivalent work experience is preferred.
Proven track record in EHS with comprehensive knowledge of Federal State and local EHS laws regulations codes and best management practices.
Possession of certifications such as Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Graduate Safety Professional (GSP) is desirable or a willingness to pursue certification with company sponsorship.
Must possess strong organizational skills attention to detail adaptability and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects effectively.
A collaborative team player who enjoys troubleshooting and critical thinking.
Occasional travel (less than 10% of the time) may be required.
Candidates must have U.S. work authorization for this role.
We Offer:
- Competitive compensation package including equity options
Medical Dental & Vision Insurance
Disability & Life Insurance
401(k)
12 weeks paid Family Leave
Flexible PTO
Paid time off for Company holidays
- Onsite gym
$90000 - $105000 a year
In addition to the base salary listed above Vias compensation package includes equity options and an annual performance bonus.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. Via may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge skills education and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role!
At Via we value and prioritize diversity of thought access and experiences and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin ancestry citizenship status protected veteran status religion physical or mental disability marital status sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age or any other basis protected by law ordinance or regulation.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Required Experience:
IC
Via Separations is a Boston-area startup dedicated to enabling process efficiency and intensification for the industrial 2024 Via delivered its first commercial facility and changed the narrative around market-driven energy technologies that drive value for industrial customers. At the intersection...
Via Separations is a Boston-area startup dedicated to enabling process efficiency and intensification for the industrial 2024 Via delivered its first commercial facility and changed the narrative around market-driven energy technologies that drive value for industrial customers. At the intersection of engineering society and impact our team is passionate about making a difference and building the technology and organization to do it. We are a fast-paced interdisciplinary team backed by leading venture capital firms and we are looking to add talented mission-driven people to our cohort.
We are passionate about transformative impact optimistic about scientific progress and unafraid of hard problems. We believe that our people are our unfair advantage and drive our mission forward. We embrace the diversity of our team for creative solutions and believe the best ideas come from the intersection of disciplines and perspectives. We want you to join us!
Role Description
As the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist you will collaborate closely with our technical operations facilities and lab teams to maintain and improve a top-tier safety program and ethos throughout our expanding enterprise. Your primary responsibilities will encompass formulating and refining safety protocols for Vias headquarters and field sites. This position presents an exceptional opportunity for a candidate poised to structure and initiate an EHS management framework within a burgeoning startup context while also being eager to actively implement EHS protocols and benchmarks.
Responsibilities include:
Monitor compliance to regulations policies standards and procedures; conduct internal audits including post-assessment summaries and corrective action plans.
Facilitate the root cause and corrective action process for EHS reported incidents. Support management in investigations of failures and accidents. Advise management on corrective actions required.
Maintain a high level of EHS awareness among personnel through communication training and promoting involvement in EHS programs.
Ensure EHS documentation is updated and available onsite.
Collaborate with the safety committee to address safety concerns and implement corrective actions.
Oversee the proper storage and handling of hazardous materials within facilities.
Maintain records of safety inspections incidents and training activities for regulatory compliance.
Stay current on industry best practices and regulatory changes related to facility safety.
The ideal candidate will have most if not all of these qualifications:
Minimum of 1 year of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) experience focusing on industrial manufacturing environments and chemistry pilot plant environments.
Bachelors degree in Environmental Safety Occupational Safety and Health a related field or equivalent work experience is preferred.
Proven track record in EHS with comprehensive knowledge of Federal State and local EHS laws regulations codes and best management practices.
Possession of certifications such as Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Graduate Safety Professional (GSP) is desirable or a willingness to pursue certification with company sponsorship.
Must possess strong organizational skills attention to detail adaptability and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects effectively.
A collaborative team player who enjoys troubleshooting and critical thinking.
Occasional travel (less than 10% of the time) may be required.
Candidates must have U.S. work authorization for this role.
We Offer:
- Competitive compensation package including equity options
Medical Dental & Vision Insurance
Disability & Life Insurance
401(k)
12 weeks paid Family Leave
Flexible PTO
Paid time off for Company holidays
- Onsite gym
$90000 - $105000 a year
In addition to the base salary listed above Vias compensation package includes equity options and an annual performance bonus.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. Via may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge skills education and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role!
At Via we value and prioritize diversity of thought access and experiences and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin ancestry citizenship status protected veteran status religion physical or mental disability marital status sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age or any other basis protected by law ordinance or regulation.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Required Experience:
IC
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