Environmental health

One of our clients who is a pioneering leader in the journey towards a sustainable future. Through their cutting-edge membrane technologies and innovative solutions, they are dedicated to producing clean water and recovering valuable resources.

This forward-thinking company is currently seeking a passionate and experienced Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist to join their team.

This position reports to the Operations manager.

If you are committed to driving sustainability and ensuring the highest standards of safety and environmental responsibility, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact.

Shift : 8am-5pm

Schedule : Monday-Friday

What You Will Do :

• Guide, enforce, and implement EH&S processes to ensure company and employee compliance with environmental, health, and safety practices.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, CalOSHA, EPA, California EPA, DOT, San Diego County APCD, and other relevant safety and environmental regulations.
• Maintain and prepare applications for all required environmental permits (e.g., Air Permit, Industrial Wastewater Discharge).
• Develop, coordinate, and enforce all environmental, health, and safety policies to establish a culture of health and safety.
• Administer and maintain the ISO 14001-based environmental management system and necessary environmental practices.
• Execute and support 5S methodology to create an organized, productive, and clean workplace.
• Identify and eliminate occupational and environmental hazards through compliance with EHS laws, regulations, and standards.
• Recommend and implement safety devices and redesign machines to eliminate occupational hazards; communicate on-site safety requirements to contractors.
• Complete and submit routine reports to regulatory agencies and respond to customer requests for product compliance statements.
• Liaise with external vendors, suppliers, and agencies; develop and implement EHS training programs to ensure compliance and reduce workplace hazards.
• Conduct safety training for all new hires and short-term contractors; collaborate with management to cultivate a strong safety culture and report any EHS impacts.
• Actively participate in and document monthly EHS meetings.
• Research and implement innovative waste handling and treatment systems to minimize waste and reduce costs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Do You Have :

• Bachelor's degree in environmental health and safety, industrial hygiene or related field from an accredited institution or 5 years of active work experience in a manufacturing environment or similar.
• 1-2 years of relevant environmental safety and occupational safety and health experience in a manufacturing environment.
• OSHA 30 Hour, Title 22, ISO 14001 Lead Auditor, 40-hour HAZWOPER (including annual refresher), 49 CFR DOT HM, and Powered Industrial Lift Truck Trainer certifications.

Familiar with ISO 14001 Standards.

• Certified safety designation of some type (ASP or CSP desired; COSM, CSHM, CSMP acceptable).
• Proficient in Office365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Trained in first aid and CPR
• Skilled in reading and comprehending complex regulations
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication abilities
• Effective interpersonal and presentation skills
• Team-oriented and highly collaborative
• Strong time management skills with the ability to multi-task, shift priorities, and meet deadlines

What We Offer :

• We pay 100% for the employee and family cost for health and vision insurance.
• We offer dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, pet insurance and much more.
• 401K Match up to 4%
• Generous time off
• Holidays
• Great work environment

Work Environment :

Approximately 50% of time in a controlled environment office setting and 50% of time in the

production area.

• Frequently lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds.

Last updated : 2024-06-29