Senior Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Vista•Reno, NV

14d•$65,000 - $110,000

About The Position

The Senior Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist is an essential support to the local management team, contributing to improved EHS&S performance by promoting a strong health and safety culture, diligence in risk management, and a focus on the environment. As a member of the North American EHS Team, you will apply your in-depth EHS&S knowledge to offer advice, guidance and solutions within our Reno, NV operations, while also contributing to the development and support of the North American EHS Management System. About the Role You are a team player and trusted advisor, responsible for providing guidance and expertise in the areas of environmental compliance, occupational health & safety management, and waste management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related program strongly preferred; post-secondary diploma or degree in a health, safety, or environmental-related field is preferred
A safety certification (CSP or CIH preferred)
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience developing and facilitating EHS programs in a manufacturing facility preferred
Experience with EHS management systems and auditing programs
A safety role model with a high level of professionalism, integrity, and ethics
Ability to positively influence change by developing cooperative networks and building trust at all levels with internal and external partners
Knowledge of applicable federal and state EHS-related law
Ability to prepare comprehensive written reports with clear findings and recommendations
Proven experience with conducting risk assessment, incident investigation and root cause analysis
Excellent interpersonal skills - able to deal with a variety of stakeholders
Superior verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines and priorities
Comfortable working with software and data
The ability to perform regular sitting, standing and walking activities.
The ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
The ability to stand for long periods of time.
The ability to actively listen.
The ability to read and understand comprehensive documents.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate active, visible, and professional environmental health and safety leadership at all times.
Develop, implement, and maintain EHS MS Standards, Procedures, and Programs based on regulatory requirements and recognized industry best business practices
Monitor compliance with EHS Management System (EHS MS) programs and initiatives.
Provide input and recommendations to facility leadership, line management, team members, and visitors/contractors regarding Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) aspects and risks based on regulatory requirements and recognized industry best business practices.
Actively engage operations and engineering in the assessment of risk associated with Machine Guarding, Ergonomics, and Chemicals for new and modified equipment or processes through Management of Change (MOC) procedures.
Develop and deliver EHS Training programs; Track and report on EHS Training compliance.
Perform EHS software system data entry and data management, including incident management, risk assessments, inspections, assignment of corrective and preventive action, reporting and analysis.
Serve as a subject matter expert and technical consultant during incident investigations, supporting the identification of root causes and implementation of practical corrective actions.
Prepare required health, safety, and environmental reports for internal and external use.
Participate in EHS audits as required.
Facilitate the effective engagement and performance of the facility’s Safety Committee.
Lead interactions with safety regulatory agencies and locally support interactions with environmental regulatory agencies.
Provide guidance and support for compliance with the facility’s hazardous and non-hazardous waste management programs.
Maintain the emergency response program; Ensure life safety systems, equipment, and programs are compliant.
Ensure ergonomic risk assessments are completed and current; Maintain the ergonomic risk assessment database.
Support the identification and achievement of EHS&S key performance indicators.
Actively engage in continuous improvement activities (kaizens events) to facilitate EHS opportunities.
Assist with the creation and review of all EHS&S related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Support compliance with environmental emissions permits and escalate non-compliances.
SDS management, review, and auditing to ensure regulatory compliance.
Other duties as assigned, including some business travel.