Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist (EHS)

AMP: AI-Powered Sortation for Waste and Recycling • Portsmouth, VA

30d • Onsite

About The Position

AMP is applying AI-powered sortation at scale to modernize the world's recycling infrastructure and maximize the value in waste. AMP gives waste and recycling leaders the power to harness AI to reduce labor costs, increase resource recovery, and deliver more reliable operations. With hundreds of deployments across North America, Asia, and Europe, AMP’s technology offers a transformational solution to waste sortation and changes the fundamental economics of recycling. Headquartered in Louisville, Colorado, the Denver Post and BuiltIn Colorado have recognized AMP as one of the state's top workplaces. AMP has operations and career opportunities outside of Atlanta, Cleveland, Portsmouth, Virginia, and Europe. We’re fostering an environment where passionate individuals can grow and create impact. We seek unconventional thinkers to join our mission to enable a world without waste; at AMP, your contributions have meaning and can spur change. With backing from top-tier investors and national recognition including North American Cleantech Company of the Year, we’re always seeking ways to better our operations, raising the bar on innovation, and looking to collaborate and improve in what we do. Learn more at AMPSortation.com. AMP is hiring a Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist (EHS) on site in Portsmouth, Virginia. As our Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist (EHS) you will be responsible for assisting the EHS Specialist in creating and enforcing a culture of safety within our organization and jointly implement programs, policies, and assessments to enable our zero-incident workspace goal.

Requirements

• Basic math and statistical skills.
• Working knowledge of Federal/ State Regulatory Requirements (OSHA, DOT, EPA).
• Working knowledge of chemical safety and hygiene.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent decision making skills.
• Ability to negotiate.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize workload.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in any applicable and related field.
• Two or more years experience in a manufacturing, construction, or industrial environment leading environmental and safety compliance.
• Safety certifications (CSP, ASP, SMS, OHST, CHST, STS, STSC, CET) are a plus.
• Working knowledge and experience with 16 OSHA.
• Working knowledge and experience with standard organizations including NFPA, ANSI, and ASME

Responsibilities

• Assist with a standardized review process of accidents and incidents with attention to assisting with root cause, corrective actions, and reporting.
• Contribute to and implement the Environmental, Health and Safety Curriculums and Plans.
• Coordinate and instruct training program material in general safety and OSHA safety and facility training.
• Coordinate with the EHS Specialist and facility management personnel on facility deficiencies and periodic safety inspections.
• Ensure inspections by regulatory agencies are coordinated and deficiencies are minimized and corrected.
• Maintain all logs and documentation associated with permits and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and update as needed Standard Operating Guidelines for all safe work practices and equipment and support their use in day-to-day operations.
• Maintain filing systems regarding worker training and safety.
• Monitor industry regulatory issues.
• Participate in institutional professional development and training.
• Participate in the development of safety guidelines and related health, safety, and environmental communications and education information.
• Practice safe working techniques and re-enforce the safety policies, guidelines, and procedures as set out by the Company.
• Provide advice, assistance, and direction to ensure that an effective health, safety, and environmental culture is implemented and working.
• Provide daily guidance and direction in health, safety, and environmental programs at the employee and supervisor level to ensure a common and effective approach.
• Responsible for coordinating regulatory programs and its applications and help support the compliance process.
• Coordinate and lead safety committees.
• Support facility growth and expansion: Air permitting Land-use permitting CO permitting Recycling/ Waste minimization activities Regulatory issues Safety equipment
• Support certification activities including but not limited to ISO and OSHA.
• Handle confidential information.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical - The company covers between 78% to 100% of the premium for Cigna medical healthcare plans depending on the selection.
• Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance: The company covers the cost of Basic Life / AD&D 1 x Salary, option to purchase additional through New York Life
• Benefits start the day you start
• HSA Eligible Health Plans, Company Monthly Contributions!
• 401(k) retirement plan (non-matching)
• FTO - Flexible Time Off
• 6 Accrued Sick Days
• Eight (8) paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees