EHS Specialist (Field Based)

ERM•Redmond, WA

1d•$103,800 - $130,900•Onsite

About The Position

ERM is hiring a Senior Health and Safety (EHS) Consultant to support our key technology client onsite in Redmond Washington. This is a full-time role with a minimum duration of 4 months, extendable. The ideal candidate will have general safety experience, preferably in manufacturing or high-tech R and D environments – knowledge of OSHA requirements, strong hazard recognition skills, Job Hazard Analysis, Emergency Response Plans, Risk Assessment processes, Incident response and investigation, Machine Guarding, Chemical Safety and Electrical Safety/LOTO.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
7 to 15 years of experience providing EHS support with an emphasis on health and safety, particularly in Tech R and D settings. The quality of the experience, however is most important.
Demonstrated understanding of regulatory compliance and reporting processes.
Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills; experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports a plus.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Nice To Haves

Existing certification or working towards certification as Certified Industrial Hygiene (CIH) and/or Certified Safety Professional (CSP/ASP) certification a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Independently conduct risk assessments for new equipment and labs
Provide weekly activity reports to EHS Managers and Senior Specialists.
Support and attend Safety Committee Meetings and Safety Walks monthly or as needed.
Support Emergency Action Plan and Drill as scheduled.
Perform compliance and system audits to assess project compliance with applicable health and safety or environmental regulatory requirements, client standards, or management systems.
Assist with near miss/incident investigation process.
Assist with direct reading instrument calibrations and maintenance.
Be responsible for EHS at assigned Labs and be the voice of workers’ safety needs. Escalate issues and provide improvement ideas and feedback to Site Sr EHS Specialist on a weekly basis.
Support our clients’ desire to improve safety performance by providing training, field coaching, and targeted EHS assessments.
Develop EHS compliance procedures, plans, permits, and reports.
Support ERM Partners and Project Managers to effectively manage and deliver projects.
Build strong collaborative relationships with other ERM employees.