Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Professional, Coventry RI
Description
We're more than aviation experts, we're pioneers. We challenge what's possible. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems. Today, Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering. And we want you.
Response Technologies is a Rhode Island - based, award-winning company that is dedicated to the design and development of disruptive products and technologies.
Some of our world's largest industries, including military, automotive, aerospace, and energy. Our expertise in material sciences, coupled with Response Technologies' additive manufacturing and innovative processes, continues to strengthen our position as industry leaders.
Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Professional:
This role is responsible for assembling and conducting the appropriate level Safety Review Board (SRB), and communicating environmental health and safety risks, issues and incidents up and down the chain of command.
The EHS site support representative must have a solid working knowledge of OSHA programs such as machine guarding, lock out tag out, fall protection, hearing protection, etc and be able to apply that knowledge to Bell operations.
This position is onsite in Coventry, Rhode Island.
What you'll be doing as an EHS Professional:
Consult and participate in resolution and corrective action for OSHA recordable injuries and first aides.
Monitor and strive to improve Lost Time Incident Rate (LTIR) and Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) goals and targets.
Drive improvements to the Safety Management System.
Support and advise facility personnel and leadership regarding statutory and regulatory requirements.
Collaborate and consult with Environmental subject matter experts regarding air, water, waste, and industrial hygiene to ensure compliance with Bell, city state and federal regulations.
Lead and develop safety advocates to enable them to take responsibility for EHS related issues. Mentor and advise other employees as needed.
Develop and train personnel as required
Partner with and provide direction to facilities, engineering and manufacturing regarding EHS requirements for current factories, future factories, and equipment and facility changes within the assigned center of excellence.
Audit and validate performance to plan and adherence to requirements.
Assess risk and advise leadership on actions necessary to achieve compliance.
Advise site management on EHS issues and recommend actions and if necessary, issue instructions to cease unsafe activities.
Walk the shop floor and assess risk to compliance. Assess ergonomic risks.
Participate in Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
Review and recommend revisions to policies and procedures as needed.
Collaborate with and support EHS team.
Qualifications
Skills you bring to This Role:
Ability to clearly convey information and instructions, both verbally and in writing. This includes strong presentation skills and report writing.
Capability to lead and develop safety advocates, mentor other employees, and act as the lead EHS consultant within the facility .
Work effectively with various teams, including Environmental subject matter experts, facility personnel, and leadership.
Strong analytical skills to assess risks, recommend actions, and resolve EHS issues.
Meticulous in auditing, validating performance, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Presentation skills and report writing
Knowledge of plant processes and equipment and safe and unsafe working conditions and practices for these preferred
Knowledge of behavioral based safety tools preferred
What you'll need to be successful:
Bachelor's degree required, preferred in EHS, engineering, or applied science
At least 2 years of work experience in Environmental Health and Safety
Working knowledge of ISO45001, OSHA, federal and state requirements preferred.
Previous experience in a manufacturing or EH&S environment
Knowledge and ability to understand and analyze accident, near miss, risk assessments, safety inspections, and safety audits
Efficiency in Microsoft office (Excel, Word etc.)
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 lbs., and to team lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to perform prolonged kneeling, squatting, sitting, crawling, and climbing stairs, ladders and work stands
Ability to stand for extended periods during the entire duration of shift
Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for handling small components and tools
Flexibility to bend, stoop, and crouch as required for tasks
Good vision, including the ability to focus on small details and identify defects
Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding progress and potential issues
What we offer you in return:
You'll be off every Friday with our 4x10 work schedule80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)120 hours Vacation time12-13 paid holidays per year6 weeks parental leaveTuition reimbursementCompetitive salaryComprehensive health insuranceAccess to Employee Resource GroupsAnd so much more
It's time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Join us on this mission, and let's make history together. _We are on a journey to amplify innovation, cultivate purpose and bridge experiences by fostering a culture that is driven by unique perspectives, voices and values._
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EEO Statement
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Recruiting Company: Response Technologies
Primary Location: US-Rhode Island-Coventry
Job Function: Environmental, Health & Safety
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Relocation: Unavailable
Job Posting: 10/08/2025, 8:24:18 AM
Job Number: 332294T
Textron
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