Environmental Health & Safety Specialist I

AeroVironment•Albuquerque, NM

About The Position

The Environmental Health & Safety Specialist I partners with EHS team members to improve workplace performance by assessing work environments, systems, processes, and procedures. The role inspects work areas and equipment for compliance with company, state, and federal safety policies and regulations. It promotes an incident-free workplace by identifying and mitigating EHS risks and assisting with the implementation of safety and environmental management systems in accordance with regulations and corporate compliance policies and standards. The position supports EHS programs and policies through inspections, risk assessments, data analysis, incident investigations, employee training, and corrective-action tracking. It works with EHS colleagues, production managers, and other teams to implement procedures, plans, processes, best practices, and safety standards. The role addresses problems of moderate scope that require review of multiple factors. The position requires work in office and manufacturing environments, including occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, twisting, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds. It also involves frequent computer and telephone use, and extended periods of sitting and standing. A valid driver's license and clean driving record are required to drive company vehicles. The role requires access to information subject to ITAR and/or EAR requirements; applicants must meet the stated U.S.-person or export-license eligibility requirements. Some positions may require current U.S. citizenship due to contract requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health, Safety Sciences, or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
At least 2 years of relevant experience.
Experience and proficiency with MS Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, and other office productivity tools.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record to drive company vehicles.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and use sound judgment.
Ability to work with other teams and departments; cross-functional collaboration is required.
Strong organization and ability to track and follow up on multiple projects or tasks to ensure timely execution.
Teamwork and collaboration, with a focus on team success.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment where small teams handle a broad variety of duties.
Initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives.
Ownership and responsibility for current and past work products.
Ability to meet ITAR/EAR eligibility requirements: qualify as a U.S. person or be eligible for an export license. Some positions may require current U.S. citizenship due to contract requirements.
Ability to work in office and manufacturing environments; occasionally climb ladders, stoop, kneel, twist, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds; and frequently sit and stand for long periods and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard.

Nice To Haves

Current certification in DOT, OSHA 30-hour, or Hazardous Waste Management.
Knowledge or experience in ergonomics, DOT regulations, laser compliance, and emergency management.

Responsibilities

Assist with monitoring, preparing, implementing, updating, and maintaining company policies, procedures, and programs for compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Apply EHS concepts and tools to reduce and eliminate workplace risks and maintain regulatory compliance.
Participate in EHS teams and programs and take on assigned responsibilities during meetings and committee work.
Promote awareness, education, and guidance to help prevent workplace accidents and illnesses through ongoing campaigns.
Collaborate with EHS team members, production managers, and other parties to implement procedures, plans, processes, best practices, and safety standards.
Assist with incident investigations, root-cause determination, and implementation of corrective actions.
Assist with data trending and analysis, perform risk assessments, and provide employee training as needed.
Conduct site EHS inspections and track corrective and preventive action findings through closure.
Identify, implement, train, and track the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) after risk-elimination possibilities have been applied.
Test workplaces for environmental hazards, including chemical and dust exposure and excessive noise.
Contribute to the development and execution of an EHS management system supporting company programs and policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.