Sr. Specialist, Environmental Health & Safety

AeroVironment•Simi Valley, CA

14h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Sr. Environmental Health & Safety Specialist will partner with EHS team members, production leaders and cross-functional team leaders to improve workplace performance by assessing work environments, systems, processes, and procedures. This role works with other specialists and leaders in conducting tests and measuring hazards to help prevent harm to workers, property, the environment and the general public. In this role, one inspects work areas and equipment to ensure compliance with company, state, and federal safety policies and regulations. The Sr. EHS Specialist will also promote an incident-free workplace through identifying and mitigating EHS risk and implementing safety and environmental management systems in accordance with regulations, corporate compliance policies and standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health, Safety Sciences or related technical degree is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum of 4 - 7 years of relevant experience
Comprehensive knowledge and experience with Federal, State, other regulations, and agencies (Cal OSHA, CUPA, CA Fire Code, etc.)
Experienced in and proficient with MS Office (MS Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and other office productivity tools
Must have a valid Driver's license and clean driving record, in order to drive company vehicles
U.S. Citizenship required

Nice To Haves

Current certification in DOT, Cal OSHA 30hour, Hazard Waste Management is preferred
Knowledge and experience in ergonomics, ISO 14001 and 45001, DOT regulations, laser compliance, emergency management
Demonstrates effective project management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrates competency in handling multiple priorities and use sound judgment
Strong leadership skills are required to ensure progress and compliance with EHS programs in areas where this role does not directly report. Cross functional teams are required to execute the programs and this role is key in facilitating that work across the organization
Well organized – able to track/follow-up on multiple projects or tasks simultaneously to ensure it is executed in a timely manner
Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests
Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products

Responsibilities

Assist in monitoring, preparing, implementing, updating, and maintaining company policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Applies EHS concepts and tools to the work environment in order to reduce and eliminate risks and maintain compliance with EHS regulations
Conduct incident/accident investigations, root cause analysis, reporting, and implement corrective actions. This position will also be responsible for creating, documenting, reporting, and presenting incident trending analysis
Participates in EHS Teams and programs, taking on leadership responsibilities during meetings and with committees
Conduct workplace inspections for multiple facilities and document results on a daily, weekly, monthly, or otherwise scheduled routine
Promotes awareness activities, educational and guidance to workers to prevent accidents and illnesses through continuous campaigns
Collaborate with other EHS team members, production managers, and other parties to implement procedures, plans, processes, best practices, and safety standards
Develop and conduct technical training as needed or directed. Training at AV is conducted both virtually and in person
Participate in Gemba walks, Improvement Task Force activities, as well as lead safety committees as directed
Responsible for incident investigations and root causes determination as well as to assist in corrective action implementation. Ensure timely reporting and closure of tasks
Assists with data trending and analysis, perform risk assessments and provide training to employees as needed.
Performs EHS inspections at the sites, and track corrective action & preventive action findings to closure
Tests the workplace for environmental hazards such as exposure to chemical, dust hazards, and excessive noise
Contribute to the development and execution of an EHS management system in support of the company’s programs and policies
Lead EHS projects, programs, and initiatives as needed; may serve as a subject expert for multiple EHS initiatives.
Other duties as assigned