EHS Specialist

Job Title: EHS Specialist
Location: Klamath Falls OR
Duration: 3-6 Months on W2

Description:
Are you naturally curious So are we at *******. Our collective curiosity drives us to be an innovation leader in many industries. Our products drive technology advancements across a wide range of applications such as 5G augmented/virtual reality autonomous vehicles clean drinking water and space exploration. We are a team of collaborators who value fresh thinking and believe in mutual respect constructive candor diversity and inclusion. As a valued and trusted partner to our customers we are continually pushing the boundaries of possibility. We believe in creating technology that transforms our world and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our team. If this is appealing to you we want to meet you.

We are looking for an exceptional EHS Specialist who can...
Work directly with Facilities and with first line supervision and management to implement the EHS Programs in an effective manner.
Interact meet and tour as necessary with the various local state and federal agencies such as OSHA DEP EPA Insurance carriers Local Fire/Police and many others for permitting inspection requirements and recommendations for each site
Perform proactive site safety inspections monitors hazardous waste removal vendors and assist in hazardous wastes protocols.
perform Job Safety Analysis and Job Hazard Analysis for Klamath Falls work processes.
Chair and lead the quarterly Safety Committee Meetings site safety inspections per quarter (2) and coordinate with Facilities lab/site stakeholders and first line supervision to complete corrective action items. Lead incident investigations and root cause corrective action plans and corrective action implementations.
Train employees on company policies and regulations pertaining to employee safety in conjunction with Human Resources such as Blood Borne Pathogens HazCom Chemical Hygiene LOTO etc. and as applicable lead the EHS section of new hire orientation
Schedule oversee and management of the electronic documentation for the EHS programs such as CPR/AED forklift training the hearing conservation & safety shoe vans industrial hygiene and Ergonomic programs
Review plans for operational projects equipment installation etc. Determine compliance with safety security and environmental requirements responsible for monthly first aid kit inspections PPE cabinets fume hoods eye wash stations and walks with Facilities as part of the safety review for the gas detection system

What will you bring to the team along with your curiosity is:
B.S. degree or higher preferred (or equivalent experience in lieu of degree) in Environmental field or related discipline with a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in EHS field
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of health and safety functions within a manufacturing environment and the federal and state regulations
Environmental or OSHA related training such as HAZWOPER GHS etc. and /or certification for Wastewater Management/Operator is desired
Ability to lift 35 - 50 lbs
Valid drivers license required
Ability to go up and down ladders

*** is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer. We solicit and hire applicants regardless of race color national origin sex religion age disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other protected category. Our policy is to employ the most qualified applicants. We conduct background checks and drug screens in accordance with company policies and federal and state guidelines.

Globally our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be U.S. persons. U.S. persons are generally defined as U.S. citizens noncitizen nationals lawful permanent residents (or green card holders) individuals granted asylum and individuals admitted as refugees.