Senior EHS Specialist

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

1) Environmental Operations

35%

1. Company maintains compliance to federal, state and local environmental regulations, as well as corporate EHS standards
2. Environmental regulatory updates, new standards and customer requirements are studied, understood and requirements communicated to the organization
3. Company maintains an Environmental Management System compliant to ISO 9001 and 14001 standard
4. Reporting requirements are met on time with the following:

• Environmental Protection Agency
• California Department of Health
• California Commission on Environmental Quality
• California Water Development Board
• Department of Transportation

1. Manage and maintain compliance for hazardous and non-hazardous waste, including:

• Chemical and waste handling
• Waste definitions and classifications
• Waste minimization and recycling
• Packaging, labeling, and manifesting waste shipments
• Disposal management
• Generator categories and corresponding regulations
• Waste accumulation and corresponding requirements
• Container and tank management

1. Manage and maintain air quality compliance

• Air quality permits and facilities emissions
• Permit by rule exemptions

1. Review and approve EHS impact of all new product development (PDP) and continuous improvement projects
2. Work with process engineering to define process EHS requirements and develop operating procedures
3. All company environmental policies and procedures are in place and current
4. Training is developed and delivered as required
5. No impacts to the environment and\or residential neighbors
6. No citations or monetary fines issued due to non-compliance
7. Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with all environmental regulatory requirements, international standards, customer requirements, company policy, procedures and practices

2) Employee Safety

30%

1. Company maintains compliance to federal, state and local safety regulations, including:

• CAL-OSHA Regulations
• Prop 65 Regulations

1. Safety regulatory updates, new standards and customer requirements are studied, understood and requirements communicated to the organization
2. Training materials are developed and delivered per Cal/OSHA requirements
3. Employee safety-related medical records are maintained properly
4. All company safety and health policies and procedures are in place and current
5. Safety committee is staffed, trained, and regular meetings are held.
6. No citations and monetary fines issued due to non-compliance

3) Waste Water Treatment and Filtration Systems

10%

1. Compliance to local and government waste water standards is maintained

• Federal and City

1. System efficiency is maintained to ensure continuous support of production operations
2. Chemical and supply inventory are maintained to ensure high productivity at lowest cost
3. Alarm conditions receive immediate, effective response to minimize negative impact
4. No citations and monetary fines issued due to non-compliance
5. No negative impacts to the environment, residential neighbors, or production operations

4) Emergency Coordinator

5%

1. All Emergency Operations and equipment are maintained in good operating condition and meet inspection requirements

• Fire suppression systems and extinguishers
• Building security
• Emergency eye wash and shower stations
• First aid cabinets
• Spill response media

1. All company emergency policies and procedures are in place, current and facility employees are trained

• Emergency Evacuation
• Earthquake Alert
• Chemical Spill
• Security
• Contingency Plan

1. Contingency Plans are in place and current

• Responsible for authorizing activation of response and notification of proper authorities

5)  Workers Compensation

5%

1. All injury reporting to insurance carrier and State agencies are completed in a timely manner
2. All injured employees receive authorized satisfactory medical care
3. Accident investigations are conducted promptly and recommendations are made in a timely manner
4. Injured employees who incur lost time return to work in a timely manner
5. All injured employees who have work restrictions return to regular work in a timely manner

6)  Administrative

3%

1. Works closely with Corporate EHS to meet Corporate EHS goals, including implementation of Corporate EHS Standards and advancement of Corporate Social Responsibility goals
2. ESGP (Employee Success and Growth Process) goals are developed, pursued and achieved
3. Reports and indices are updated on time
4. Process Value Chain methods are used for process improvements and cost reduction
5. Suggestions for continuous improvement are documented and communicated
6. Problem solving and RCA analyses are used to identify root cause and effective solutions
7. Timely and consistent communication with coworkers and department teams is maintained
8. Quality work environment housekeeping standards are maintained for own work area and community areas

7)  Special Projects

12%

1. Special projects and assignments are supported as required
2. Project reports and recommendations to upper Management are submitted

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering, or equivalent EHS experience
• 5 years in EHS operations in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of U.S. environmental and safety regulations
• Knowledge of California environmental and safety regulations
• ISO 9001 and 14001 experience
• Working knowledge of RoHS/REACH/WEE standards
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Skills

• Hands-on expertise in all areas of EHS
• Able to balance financial, safety and environmental objectives
• EHS audit experience
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills; ability to comprehend and communicate at a high level with Senior Managers, customers, distributors, and regulatory agencies
• Ability to take direction remotely from direct supervisor and dotted line on-site supervisor
• Ability to anticipate and handle multiple priorities and complex/abstract issues involving external and internal priorities
• Ability to excel in a cross-organizational, cross-cultural, global team environment
• Proven ability to lead and motivate people
• Able to handle special assignments promptly and professionally

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and II-VI Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at II-VI:

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