environmental health and safety specialist

environmental health and safety specialist.

burlington , massachusetts

posted today

job detailssummary

$28 - $35 per hour

temp to perm

bachelor degree

category computer and mathematical occupations

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job detailsjob summary:Environmental Health and Safety Specialist for immediate 6 month contract to direct opportunity for a growing company in the Billerica, MA area. The right person will have 3+ years of experience managing EH&S aspects, programs and regulations in a Food laboratory or manufacturing environment, or equivalent experience.This person will be responsible for overseeing all EH&S plans, policies and procedures and ensuring complete regulatory compliance. Must be a great communicator, team player and have a passion for this role.Apply now for this great opportunity!location: Burlington, Massachusettsjob type: Contractsalary: $28 - 35 per hourwork hours: 8am to 4pmeducation: Bachelorsresponsibilities:

Health plans, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with local, State, and Federal regulations.

Responsible for environmental plans, policies and procedures

Ensure conformance to corporate policies related to EH&S for continuous improvement

Maintain systems for reporting, monitoring, and reducing EH&S risks

Support new and existing laboratory/testing operations by evaluating risks with team members and leaders.

Develop and oversee internal site EH&S auditing processes and tracking

Educate leadership on safety, health and environmental best practices including: prevention, risk assessment and safe experimental design

Responsible for safety incident management processes including Worker's Compensation program and regulatory agency reporting ensuring compliance

Support the internal liaisons during communication between applicable regulatory and government agencies. Files and or posts reports as required by external legal and convening agencies such as OSHA 300/300A Logs, SARA Tier II, etc.

Requirements:

3+ years of experience managing EH&S aspects, programs and regulations in a laboratory or manufacturing environment, or equivalent experience.

Preferred

B.S. in health and safety, environmental management, or a combination of equivalent education and experience

Professional EH&S certifications are desirable such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and/orCertified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)

EH&S subject matter knowledge, especially in technical areas to support engineering and laboratory activities

Competence with chemical, industrial hygiene and electrical safety concepts

Experience with OSHA's Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories standard (29 CFR 1910.1450)

Experience managing environmental permits and aspects such as wastewater discharge, air emissions and hazardous waste disposal

Excellent communication skills with ability to work with a variety of stakeholders globally

Ability to handle confidential information with the highest degree of integrity

Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced, changing, and high-growth work environment in a positive and constructive manner

Must be able to travel occasionally and sometimes maintain work a flexible schedule

Proficiency with Microsoft platforms and familiar with database platform usage

Ability to be on call 24/7 for emergencies when required

qualifications:

Experience level: Experienced

Minimum 4 years of experience

Education: Bachelors

skills:

Great Attitude

Data Management

EHS

Environmental Health Safety

EHS Compliance

Continuous Improvement

Safety

Certified Safety ProfessionalEqual Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.