EHS Generalist

Job Description:

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• The selected candidate will have an opportunity to be part of a large Environmental, Health & Safety organization in the role of an Environmental, Health, Safety (EHS) generalist.
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• Must be a self-starter, energetic and able to work in a fast-pace collaborative team environment.
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Responsibilities:

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• Manage and continuously improve assigned EHS programs such as but not limited to Ergonomics, Environmental Compliance, IIPP, Contractor Safety, Training, Fall Protection, Machine Guarding, Powered Industrial Trucks, Hazard Communications, IH-Sampling, IH Equipment Maintenance, ventilation and radiation programs.
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• Perform a variety of environmental, health and safety related inspections.
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• Support and implement business unit and site injury reduction, environmental and sustainability goals and initiatives.
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• Analysis of leading and lagging safety performance indicators for trends to drive corrective actions.
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• Serve as EHS POC for assigned building and functional safety council.
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• Drive safety teams, committees and councils.
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• Conduct first aid and OSHA injury investigations and root cause analysis and develop corrective actions and track to completion.
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• Lead projects to ensure promote health and safety of Client employees and contractors.
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• Contribute to the development and implementation of EHS strategic initiatives that drive continuous improvement.
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• Develop programs, processes and procedures to improve EHS programs, culture for employees and contractors.
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• Support the improvement of business and site EHS communications plan.
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• Develop and deliver EHS training to affected employees and contractors
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• May need to travel to support Enterprise and business initiatives.
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• Interpretation of OSHA, NIOSH, ANSI standards and regulations.
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• Participate in HazMat and Medical emergency response.
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Requirements:

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• Knowledge and the application of EPA, Cal/OSHA regulations and ANSI-Standards.
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• Knowledge and the application of the principals of ergonomics, safety and industrial hygiene.
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• Ability to accurately diagnose general and complex EHS issues related to Client operations, determine appropriate or practical controls, and implement practical and effective solutions in a timely manner.
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• Ability to effectively organize and manage multiple projects and programs in a fast-pace environment and demonstrate effective prioritization and implementation skills.
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• Ability to provide clear, concise, and effective verbal communications.
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• Well-developed written communication and presentation skills.
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• Ability to plan, organize, delegate, and follow-up on workflow in a team environment to meet departmental goals and objectives.
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• Proven ability to use E-Mail, and Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point.
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• Good understanding of database and use of other information gathering systems.
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• Well-organized and have excellent attention to detail and thoroughness with accomplishing tasks from inception through completion in a multi-tasking environment
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• Be flexible to accept additional assignments, campaigns and rotations to other EHS programs including environmental and sustainability
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• Ability to drive to different sites located in Goleta and Lompoc California.
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Preferred:

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• Master's degree in occupational health, industrial hygiene or safety engineering preferred.
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• 3 years experience in environmental, general safety and industrial hygiene programs.
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• CHMM certification
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• OSHA 10-Hour Construction training.
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• Experienced in developing and conducting creative EHS training.
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• Ability to handle potentially stressful situations
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• Ability to work with minimal supervision, but will not hesitate to seek additional information from supervisors or peers so tasks can be completed timely and correctly
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• Years of Experience Required (if any): 1-2 years
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Education:

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• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, industrial hygiene, safety engineering, environmental studies or related field.
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