Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist

Axogen•Vandalia, OH

20h•$67,313 - $84,141•Onsite

About The Position

The EHS Specialist will be responsible for supporting the development, implementation, maintenance, monitoring, and continuous improvement of our Environmental, Health and Safety Program. Ensure compliance with Local, State and Federal Regulatory Requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, Safety Management, or closely related field
2+ years of experience in Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS)
Knowledge of OSHA regulations specifically 29 CFR 1910
High level of organizational and analytical skills.
Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.).
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with multiple layers of the organization.
Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary.
Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
Experience in Lock Out / Tag out.

Responsibilities

Leads audits, inspections and investigations and coordinates resolution of issues.
Works with management to facilitate risk management decisions.
Develop and review Lockout / Tagout Procedures.
Coordinate and Monitor Contractor Safety Program.
Conduct regular walk through to monitor behaviors, activities, and conditions. Coach and mentor employees.
Deliver environmental, health and safety trainings to ensure employee’s knowledge and understanding of safety and environmental regulations.
Conduct Hazard Assessments and Ergonomic Evaluations.
Review proposed new chemicals, processes, and equipment with the use of Management Change.
Drive thorough investigations for all incidents and accidents and ensure timely completion of corrective actions. Lead the team in developing effective root cause analysis and countermeasures.
Support with non-routine work permitting.
Manage SDS Data Base and chemical inventory.
Support SPCC, air emissions, wastewater and storm water, testing, monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting requirements.
Manage hazardous and medical waste program: documents, inspections, handling, storage, and disposal.
Support with ISO14001 Implementation / Maintenance.
Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities.

Benefits

Most benefits are effective on day one!
Friendly, open, and fun team culture that values unique perspectives
Company-wide dedication to profoundly impacting patients’ lives
Comprehensive, high-quality benefits package effective on date of hire
Educational assistance available for all employees
Matching 401(k) retirement plan
Paid holidays, including floating holidays, to be used at your discretion
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Referral incentive program
This position is eligible for an annual bonus.
Benefits offered for this position include Health, Dental, Vision, Matching 401K, Paid Time Off, 9 Paid Holidays + 3 Floating Holidays, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Medical Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Caregiver Leave, Basic Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and Disability Insurance, as described in more detail in summary plan descriptions.