Sr. Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Sr. Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

JobSummary:

TheSr. Environmental Health & Safety Specialistwill partner with EHS team members productionleadersand cross-functional team leaders to improve workplace performance by assessing work environments systems processes and procedures. This role works with other specialists and leaders in conducting tests and measuring hazards to help prevent harm to workers property theenvironmentand this role one inspects work areas and equipment to ensure compliance with company state and federal safety policies and regulations. The Sr. EHS Specialist will also promote an incident-free workplace throughidentifyingand mitigating EHS risk and implementing safety and environmental management systemsin accordance withregulations corporate compliancepoliciesand standards.
Responsibilitiesand Duties:

• Assistin monitoring preparing implementing updating andmaintainingcompany policies procedures and programs to ensure compliance with applicable federal state and local regulations

• ApplyEHS concepts and tools to the work environmenttoreduce andeliminaterisks andmaintaincompliance with EHS regulations

• Conduct incident/accident investigations root cause analysis reporting and implement corrective actions. This position will alsobe responsible forcreating documenting reporting and presenting incident trending analysis

• Participates in EHS Teams and programs taking on leadership responsibilities during meetings and with committees

• Conduct workplace inspections for multiple facilities and document results on a daily weekly monthly or otherwise scheduled routine

• Promoteawareness activitieseducationand guidance to workers to prevent accidents and illnesses through continuous campaigns

• Collaborate with other EHS team members production managers and other parties to implement procedures plans processes best practices and safety standards

• Develop and conduct technical training as needed or directed. Training at AV is conducted both virtually and in person

• Participate in Gemba walks Improvement Task Force activities as well as lead safety committees as directed

• Responsible for incident investigations and root causes determination as well asassistingin corrective action implementation. Ensuretimelyreporting and closure of tasks

• Assistswith data trending and analysis perform risk assessments and provide training to employees as needed. Performs EHS inspections at thesites andtrack corrective & preventive action findings to closure.

• Tests the workplace for environmental hazards such as exposure to chemical dust hazards and excessive noise

• Contribute to the development and execution of an EHS management system in support of the companys programs and policies

• Lead EHS projects programs and initiatives as needed; may serve as a subject expert for multiple EHS initiatives.

• Other duties as assigned

RequiredQualificationsandSkills:

• Bachelors degree in environmental health safety sciences or related technical degree isrequiredor equivalent combination of education training and experience

• Minimum of4 - 7years of relevant experience

• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with Federal State other regulations and agencies (Cal OSHA CUPA CA Fire Code etc.)

• Experienced in and proficient with MS Office (MS Outlook Word Excel etc.) and other office productivity tools

• Must have a valid Drivers license and clean driving recordtodrive company vehicles

• Knowledge of hazard waste and chemical storage

• Knowledge of battery safety and storage

• Knowledge of general life fire safety

• Machine shop knowledge

Desired Qualifications and Skills:

• Current certification in DOT Cal OSHA 30hour Hazard Waste Management is preferred

• Knowledge and experience in ergonomics ISO 14001 and 45001 DOT regulations laser compliance emergency management

• Demonstrates effective project management communication and interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrates competency in handling multiple priorities and use sound judgment

• Strong leadership skills arerequiredto ensure progress and compliance with EHS programs in areas where this roleisnot directly reported. Cross functional teamsare required toexecute theprogramsand this role is key infacilitatingthat work across the organization

• Well organized able to track/follow-up on multiple projects or tasks simultaneously to ensure it is executedin a timely manner

• Focuses on teamwork collaboration and puts the success of the team above ones own interests

• Able to excel in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment where small teams share a broad variety of duties

• Displays strong initiative and drive toaccomplishgoals and meet company objectives

• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products

Physical Demands:

• Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Constant)

• Able to climb ladders stoop kneel twist bend (Occasional)

• Ability tolift upto 50 pounds (Occasional)

Comprehensive Benefits & Perks:

• Health & Wellness:Choose from three health dental and vision plans - including a 100% employer-paid option covering both employees and their families.

• Paid Time Off:Enjoy 120 hours of PTO 80 hoursaccruedplus anadditional40 hours of holiday break pay in addition to Christmas Eve Christmas Day and New Years Day off.

• Life Insurance:$25000 employer-paid life insurance policy with theoptiontopurchaseadditionalcoverage for employees and their families.

• Supplemental Coverage:Access optional benefits such as Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity Accident Insurance and Critical Illness with Skin Cancer coverage.

• Health Savings Account (HSA):Take advantage of a tax-advantaged HSA to manage medical expenses.

• Retirement Savings:401(k) with a company match to support your financial future.

• Paid Holidays:Enjoy 9 paid holidays throughout the year.

• Work Environment:A casual dress code complimentary snacks and a welcoming company culture.

• Ideal Location:Work in an area that offers an outstanding quality of life - a perfect place to live work and play!

Company Overview:

Empirical Systems Aerospace Inc (ESAero) is a leader in aerospace engineering product development and manufacturing dedicated to delivering high-quality innovative and cost-effective solutions to the industry. We specialize incutting-edgesystem design rapid product development precision manufacturing comprehensive testing and technology demonstrations to support the evolving needs of the aerospace community. Committed to excellence on-time delivery and continuous growth we invest in infrastructure to expand our manufacturing and aftermarket capabilities whilemaintainingthe highest standards of engineering services.

AtESAero wedontjust build products we engineer solutions that propel

the aerospace industry forward.

**This position is fully on-site atESAeroin San Luis Obispo CA**

ESAerois an equal opportunity employer.
E-Verify participationrequiredfor employment.
AllESAeropositions require US citizenship or US resident status.
Must be able to pass background checkand drug test.
Hiring Range:$80500 - $114450Salary/Exempt