Laboratory HSE Technician

The Bergaila Companies•The Woodlands, TX

1d•$40 - $43•Hybrid

About The Position

Overview We put the unity in "opport unity. " Opportunity Snapshot: Compensation: $40.00-43.00/hour Location: The Woodlands, TX Assignment Duration: 9 months+ Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, hybrid, 40 hours + Benefits: Comprehensive with 401K, holidays and PTO Responsibilities Leads in the development and implementation of Laboratory site-specific Health, Safety, Environmental procedures that conform to corporate Company requirements Conduct site self-audits to ensure Lab personnel are complying with EHS Leads and/or participate in the investigation of incidents, identifying root causes, and assists in initial report preparation. Prepares a timely final report of findings with recommendations for corrective actions Assist and lead in conducting risk assessments including Job Safety Analysis and other assessments as needed Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards Conduct PPE assessments and assist in selection of PPE Work closely with all members of the site management team, including the Chemical Hygiene Officer Track internal and external EHS training for assigned work groups and ensure that refresher training is scheduled prior to expiration dates Attain a level of knowledge in all EHS databases to be the system expert that supports other departments Ensure all events are properly and accurately captured and categorized in Intelex. Generates reports and other data as requested Educate Company employees in complying with Company safety policies and procedures Verify that all field employees understand and comply with all regulatory requirements and Company safety practices through Lab visits and auditing protocols Verify compliance regarding inventory, storage, handling, and transportation of hazardous materials at assigned locations Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste storage and disposal for assigned locations. Manage HAZCOM programs and site-specific Safety Data Sheets at assigned locations Manage respiratory protection programs at assigned locations and ensure employees are trained and fit tested for assigned respiratory protection equipment Maintain a close working relationship with all Company personnel to verify the implementation and compliance with standard operating guidelines Make and implement recommendations and improvements to safety, Lab operations, and logistical effectiveness Assist and mentor field supervisory personnel with incident investigations, determining root causes, and preparing detailed and accurate root-cause analysis reports. Conduct training of field personnel on proper safety techniques including JSEA completion, incident reporting, and other company safety programs Actively promote and participate in Company safety programs Provide advice and guidance to Company supervisors and/or customer representatives to establish a safe working environment for employees and customers Lead by example to develop employee knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for conducting safe operations Assist with Emergency Action Plan emergency drills Other duties as requested and required Qualifications 3+ years of HSE experience 2-4+ years of experience in Environmental Delivery / Industrial Hygiene Experience with managing HAZCOM processes and site specific Familiarity with Lab operations preferred Familiarity with JSEA processes for identifying potential hazards Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) High School diploma or GED required The Bergaila Way: The Bergaila Companies is a nationally recognized leader in providing staffing services to all sectors of the energy industry. We continually focus on partnering with talented professionals, engineering the perfect fit between our clients and employees. Choosing a career path with Bergaila grants you immediate access to nationally recognized organizations we partner with. Bergaila consistently attracts and retains its Employees with our dedicated internal service team, top tier benefits programs for contractors and their families, and commitment to place you in the desired career of your choice. Client Overview: Our Client is a global industry leader in the creation of indispensable chemistry that benefits billions of people worldwide. Among other products, our client creates safe and durable packaging for foods and beverages, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and technical polymers that benefit multiple industries.

Requirements

3+ years of HSE experience
2-4+ years of experience in Environmental Delivery / Industrial Hygiene
Experience with managing HAZCOM processes and site specific
Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
High School diploma or GED required

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Lab operations preferred
Familiarity with JSEA processes for identifying potential hazards

Responsibilities

Leads in the development and implementation of Laboratory site-specific Health, Safety, Environmental procedures that conform to corporate Company requirements
Conduct site self-audits to ensure Lab personnel are complying with EHS
Leads and/or participate in the investigation of incidents, identifying root causes, and assists in initial report preparation.
Prepares a timely final report of findings with recommendations for corrective actions
Assist and lead in conducting risk assessments including Job Safety Analysis and other assessments as needed
Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards
Conduct PPE assessments and assist in selection of PPE
Work closely with all members of the site management team, including the Chemical Hygiene Officer
Track internal and external EHS training for assigned work groups and ensure that refresher training is scheduled prior to expiration dates
Attain a level of knowledge in all EHS databases to be the system expert that supports other departments
Ensure all events are properly and accurately captured and categorized in Intelex.
Generates reports and other data as requested
Educate Company employees in complying with Company safety policies and procedures
Verify that all field employees understand and comply with all regulatory requirements and Company safety practices through Lab visits and auditing protocols
Verify compliance regarding inventory, storage, handling, and transportation of hazardous materials at assigned locations
Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste storage and disposal for assigned locations.
Manage HAZCOM programs and site-specific Safety Data Sheets at assigned locations
Manage respiratory protection programs at assigned locations and ensure employees are trained and fit tested for assigned respiratory protection equipment
Maintain a close working relationship with all Company personnel to verify the implementation and compliance with standard operating guidelines
Make and implement recommendations and improvements to safety, Lab operations, and logistical effectiveness
Assist and mentor field supervisory personnel with incident investigations, determining root causes, and preparing detailed and accurate root-cause analysis reports.
Conduct training of field personnel on proper safety techniques including JSEA completion, incident reporting, and other company safety programs
Actively promote and participate in Company safety programs
Provide advice and guidance to Company supervisors and/or customer representatives to establish a safe working environment for employees and customers
Lead by example to develop employee knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for conducting safe operations
Assist with Emergency Action Plan emergency drills
Other duties as requested and required