Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist - Pioneer Circuits Inc.

About the Opportunity

The EHS Specialist works withmanagement to ensure a safe and healthy work environmentand is responsiblefor the effective implementation of all EHS processes.  The role oversees compliance with all EHS laws and regulations.  This position also serves as the primary contact for any EHS inspections and/or audits..

What You'll Do:

• Reviews, updates and implements EHS policies, programs and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations
• Maintains all EHS activity files and records and acts as the Custodian of Records for all EHS documents
• Interacts with all outside regulatory agencies for audits and inspections; secures all necessary permits 
• Evaluates wastewater treatment process daily and authenticates the process checklist
• Negotiates with vendors for pricing of services
• Generates and maintains the SDS for all hazardous materials
• Responsible for all local agency compliance as follows:
  OC CUPA
• Handles all paperwork for annual permit renewal 
• Creates records of all discharged materials in compliance with all federal, state and local regulations
• Oversees the semi-annual Fire Department inspection and the implementation of any required action items
• Monitors all chemical inventory lists in the designated chemical storage areas and reviews CERS for hazardous materials; generates CERS and maintains the records for any new materials
• Completes REACH Questionnaire Forms per customer's requirement 
  
• Submits the annual closure plan
  SC AQMD
• Handles all paperwork for the annual permit renewal
• Submits the quarterly report 
• Monitors all pertinent regulations on a periodic basis and implements changes as required 
• Participates in the annual AQMD training
  OC Sanitation District 
• Collects data and completes self-monitoring reports on a monthly basis for the OCSD Class 1 permit; handles all paperwork to renew the annual permit
• Submits monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports per the District's schedule
• Completes the stormwater sampling inspections after each rain event or at least twice a year utilizing the service vendor; prepares and submits inspection reports and maintains all records
  OSHA
• Submits annual OSHA injury log report
  
• Responsible for all federal and state OSHA compliance 
  Other
  
• Submits reports to the BOE as required
• Schedules and conducts all safety trainings including forklift training and new hire safety orientation 
• Reviews, updates, and develops training materials including demonstration kits and presentation materials
• Identifies the training requirement for all the process areas; creates an annual training plan and a training tracking sheet
• Develops and maintains all safety policies, programs and procedures (SOP) 
• Conducts daily walkthrough safety inspections to ensure compliance of Company safety policies and procedures; documents findings and implements all necessary action items
• Conducts formal semi-annual onsite safety inspection audit; implements all necessary action items and maintains all records
• Conducts annual emergency drills and maintains all records
• Conducts monthly safety committee meetings; communicates with managers and team leaders about safety issues; suggests and implements any necessary changes
• Checks and refills first aid kits every two weeks and orders supplies every month
• Communicates regularly with Safety Liaisons in each process areas; solicits feedback for improvements or changes; implements all action items as needed
• Handles all work related injuries and takes injured worker to the designated clinic or hospital 
• Conducts and documents all accident, injury and incident investigations; prepares root cause analysis; determines and implements corrective action items as needed
• Maintains and renews all required EHS related certifications
• Performs all other duties as needed 

What You'll Bring:

• Must have working knowledge of EHS related local, state and federal laws and regulations including but not limited to the following agencies: OSHA, EPA, DTSC, SCAQMD, OCSD, RWQCB, OC CUPA, OCFA and REACH 
• Experience and knowledge of hazardous materials and chemicals 
• Knowledge of safety processes and procedures including employee training, documentation, first aid kit items and protective equipment  
• Forklift operation required 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills  
• Attention to detail and accuracy  
• Ability to oversee multiple projects 
• High level of flexibility and adaptability to changing requirements and priorities 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent 
• Minimum of 3 years (preferably 5 years) of EHS related experience in manufacturing environment 
• Minimum of 3 years of wastewater treatment experience 
• Must be HAZOPER and OSHA certified 
• Forklift trainer certification preferred  
• First aid and CPR certification is a plus 

Please note that in addition to frequent standing and walking, the work environment requires lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying up to 50 pounds; as well as, twisting/turning, reaching over shoulder/head, reaching outward.

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday: 7:30am to 4:00pm
• Weekends as needed