EHS Site Leader (79640)

THE GILL CORPORATION•El Monte, CA

2d•$117,000 - $142,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Gill Corporation is seeking a EHS Site Leader who will implement policies to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. This position will directly and indirectly develop, assess, audit and promote a wide range of work place hazard reduction/compliance initiatives involving work practices, machinery, training, PPE and related exposures. Will oversee chemical handling education and other related responsibilities. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Manufacturing Engineering, they will perform but not be limited to the following responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science/engineering or related field with sufficient understanding of Operations. Master’s Degree preferred.
7-10 years of experience and or exposure in this field
Ability to plan, organize, and manage environmental projects effectively.
PC knowledge – Word and Excel, PowerPoint
Must be able to effectively communicate with internal and external customers, including executive staff
As a member of the Emergency Response Team, must be able to wear a respirator.
Acceptable Spirometry Test results
This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee.

Responsibilities

Coordinate compliance and qualification with all local, state, and federal environmental and safety regulatory agencies (AQMD, OSHA, Fire Department, Sanitation Department etc.).
Responsible for tracking compliance to all EHS requirements and deliverables including: plans, regulatory submittals, forms, fees/invoices via MAPCON, regular mail, and direct regulatory agency contact.
Complete or facilitate submittal and record retention of regulatory forms, reports and permits.
Attend workshops and hearings to determine how to clarify, report on and implement new proposed rules and regulations of governing company operations.
Work with Plant Engineer to locate, select and supervise specialized independent contractors to test and report on emissions and discharges of regulated substances.
Work with R&D Team on REACH or other environmental requests from customers, clients, etc.
Establish metrics and monitoring of all site environmental requirements.
Prepare environmental, health and safety strategies including plans and policies.
Conduct regular EHS risk assessments to identify areas for improvement and compliance.
Investigate and develop alternatives to working practices that are safe and comply with legislation.
Review and comment on a range of specialist areas, e.g. fire regulations, hazardous substances, noise, safeguarding machinery and occupational diseases.
Collaborate with all site functions on projects as required.
Work with Maryland EHS Manager on safety initiatives and practices as needed.
Develops, schedules, and conducts EHS training programs; partners with managers to deliver in-house training that promotes employee awareness of safety procedures, regulatory compliance, and workplace risk prevention.
Respond and manage environmental and safety incidents and emergencies for all shifts and overnight/weekends as needed.
Indirectly review and be conversant with all active Workers Compensation claims and the resolution management of those claims/injuries.
Manage Safety leader and other resources on safety projects and deliverables.
Work with Hazardous Waste Material Handler on proper disposal of hazardous waste.
Other essential duties may be assigned.