Environmental, Health, and Safety Coordinator

Biomerics•Salt Lake City, UT

About The Position

Biomerics is a world-class manufacturer and innovative polymer solutions provider for the medical device and biotech industries. As a vertically integrated company, we specialize in designing, developing, and producing medical devices for diagnostic and interventional procedures. We are focused on next-generation solutions for vascular access, electrophysiology, cardiac rhythm management, neurovascular, structural heart, and cardiovascular markets. At Biomerics, we are dedicated to our diverse employee base. We understand that a strong, skilled, and engaged workforce is the foundation of our continued success as a business. We strive to live up to the Biomerics values in all our interactions. It is an exciting time to be part of our collective team, and there is no limit to the impact that can be achieved here at Biomerics. We improve and advance the lives of our employees and patients who depend on our products. At Biomerics, we are driven by integrity, partnership, accountability, agility, teamwork, innovation, and excellence. Our customer-focused culture is built on long-term strategic partnerships and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions to the medical device industry. Role Summary The candidate will work to create and enforce a culture of safety within our organization and jointly implement programs, policies, and assessments to ensure Biomerics (and all of its employees) are in compliance with all federal and internal health and safety regulations. They will represent Biomerics in any OSHA audit/visit, review reports and findings to monitor performance and detect trends related to health and safety. The candidate will head up and run the company safety committee. The candidate should be familiar with the following regulatory programs such as PPE, Electrical Safety, Lockout/Tag out, Blood Borne Pathogen, Machine Guarding, Forklift, Hazard Communication and other programs as the need arises.

Requirements

At least 2 years of professional safety experience in the field as a Safety Professional.
Knowledge of relevant workplace ergonomic requirements/strategies
Ability to obtain required DOT certification for Waste handling and shipping.
Be first aid/AED certified or become first aid certified in first 6 months
Relevant EPA waste handling knowledge to handle small quantity generator status
Basic math/statistical skills
Working knowledge of Federal/State Regulatory Requirements (OSHA, DOT, EPA).
Working knowledge of chemical safety and hygiene.
Must be proficient in use of Microsoft office suite.
Excellent verbal, written communication and decision making skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal communication and time management skills.
Ability to negotiate.

Nice To Haves

IQMS knowledge (Preferred)
Familiarity with ISO 13485 (Preferred)
Mechanical Aptitude (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Perform incident investigations and assist in corrective actions.
Keep up to date OSHA 300 log
Conduct job hazard analysis and recommend preventative/corrective action where EH&S hazards exist.
Interact with all departments to assist with EH&S issues.
Train employees on EH&S programs.
Create standard operating procedures.
Maintain EH&S records.
Performs administrative duties for the EHS department including but not limited to general data entry and filing of training records, compliance documentation, and other EH&S records.
Develop and support implementation of various safety policies and programs.
Handle confidential information.
Manage Hazardous Waste (WAA, profiles, and coordinate disposal)
Initiate and maintain pertinent permits for hazardous materials