Quality HS&E Specialist

Fenner Precision Polymers • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

Serves at main point of contact at the site for Quality, Health, Safety & Environmental Programs. Conducts receiving, in-process and final inspections in accordance with established guidelines; provides quality tools required for creation of conforming product to associates outside the department; communicates quality principles, practices and requirements to others as appropriate; utilizes advanced quality disciplines in the analysis of processes and product; supports continuous improvement initiatives; utilizes a Lean/Six Sigma improvement approach as appropriate when providing quality support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university; or five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• B.S. degree in Engineering, Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related fields preferred.
• Experience in evaluating/interpreting CalOSHA, EPA, SCAQMD and DOT regulations and NFPA, ANSI, standards.
• Working knowledge of the Lean / Six Sigma problem solving methodology.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills (written and verbal).
• Strong computer skills including QA applications, word processing, spreadsheets and databases.
• Demonstrated history of taking initiative, meeting commitments and assisting in the creation of new tools or solutions to achieve business results.
• Highly detail oriented; checks own work, keeps accurate records, organizes information effectively.
• Ability to take initiative, to meet deadlines, and to work in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• GSP or ASP preferred or ability to obtain
• Six sigma training (preferred)
• Audit experience / ISO9001 / AS9100
• APQP – advanced product quality planning
• Developing process control plans
• FMEA

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Quality Assurance resource to department supervisor(s) for problem identification, resolution, loss reporting and continuous improvement.
• Develop, apply and document quality requirements and standards for the manufacture and inspection of product.
• Design and implement methods for process control, process improvement, testing and inspection.
• Establish supplier quality requirements and monitor and evaluate supplier performance.
• Oversight for all internal and external quality audits, along with customer visits.
• Develop internal employee training programs to support quality expectations along with training records.
• Collaborate with suppliers, customers and internal process owners to resolve quality problems and assure that effective corrective action is implemented.
• Support New Product Project teams to provide for smooth transition of New Products into the regular manufacturing process.
• Support Engineering, Manufacturing and Marketing with product improvements.
• Highlights potential quality issues to management in a proactive manner.
• Responsible for documentation for first article inspections (PPAP)
• Coordinate the safety and environmental programs within the facility.
• Conducts regular QHSE inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and assess compliance with established protocols.
• Analyze QHSE data to identify trends and areas for improvement and develop action plans to address any identified issues.
• Lead onsite safety committee meetings.
• Ensure required training is conducted with associates.
• Performs monthly sustainability metrics reporting.
• Collaborate with HSE Manager and Human Resources on Workers Compensation claims.
• Guide, support, and participate in local safety committee.
• Engage the workforce through safety contacts and floor walks that address. housekeeping, safety inspections and safety observations.
• Lead incident investigations and recommend corrective actions.
• Manage incident reporting process to effectively prioritize, assign action, and close out identified risks in our business.
• Promote / develop a positive HSE culture within the assigned sites.
• Ensures site environmental compliance with applicable environmental regulations and site permits related to stormwater, air emissions, and waste generation/disposal.
• Performs site stormwater sampling.
• Performs environmental reporting required by South Coast AQMD, LAFD/CUPA, EPA, California DTSC, and California State Water Resources Control Board.
• Coordinates hazardous waste management and reporting.
• Performs backup shipping duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level