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Senior Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist

AZAD

Rochester, NY

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$55–$60.21 Per Hour
SKILLS
Blood-Borne Pathogens, Budget Management, Co-Payments, Communication Skills, Consulting, Corporate Policies, Corporate Social Responsibility, Corrective Action, Customer Support/Service, Employee Benefits, Environmental Health, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Environmental Regulations, Ergonomics, Federal Government, Federal Laws and Regulations, Fortune 500 Customers, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Human Resources, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Metrics, OSHA, Operational Audit, Operations, Performance Management, Problem Solving Skills, Project Planning, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Security Compliance, Staff Training, State Laws and Regulations, Sustainability, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Work From Home
LOCATION
Rochester, NY
POSTED
Today
Join AZAD as a Senior Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist and ensure EHS compliance while creating and upholding our safety culture. As part of a growing team, you will Integrate EHS programs into daily operations to assure regulatory compliance, achieve continuous performance improvement and meet EHS performance objectives. In this hands-on role, the Senior EHS Specialist will own programs such as, the site Injury Illness & Prevention Program, Hazardous Communication Plan, and Ergonomics Program.

This is a full-time consultant position based in Rochester, NY with a high probability of long term and ongoing continued employment. The hourly pay rate range for this position is between $55.00 and $60.21 depending on related qualifications and experience, as well as composition of selected compensation package.

Schedule:

Work-from-home 1 day every two weeks

Supporting 3 Rochester sites
• 2 days - Highpower St
• 2 days - Linden St
• 1 day - St. Paul St

Standard hours: M-F, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (flexible as needed)

~50% of time on the production floor

Essential Functions:

Assist in development, coordination, and the implementation of the Corporate policies regarding EHS

Support and develop the CSR- EHS & Sustainability programs (Corporate Social Responsibility)

Provides technical support and information in the development of key metrics and objectives for EHS

Interact with the various local, state and federal agencies such as OSHA, DEP, EPA, Insurance carriers, Local Fire/Police, and many others for permitting and inspection requirements

Chair the Safety Committee each month and coordinate with members to complete action items

Train employees on company policies and regulations pertaining to employee safety in conjunction with Human Resources such as Blood Borne Pathogens, HazCom, Chemical Hygiene, LOTO, etc.

Leads incident investigations and root cause corrective action plans and corrective action implementation

Performs proactive safety inspections, monitors hazardous waste removal vendors, and assists in consolidating hazardous wastes.

Review plans for operational projects, equipment installation, etc. Determine compliance with safety, security and environmental requirements

Works directly with first line supervision and management to implement the EHS Program in an effective manner

Tracks and manages site EHS budget

The ideal candidate must possess the minimum qualifications:

B.S. degree or higher in Environmental field or related discipline or equivalent experience in lieu of degree

3-5 years of experience in EHS field

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of health and safety functions within a manufacturing environment and the federal and state regulations

Environmental or OSHA related training such as HAZWOPER, GHS, etc. is desired

Strong communication & interpersonal skills

Strong presentation and organizational skills

Strong analytical & problem-solving skills

AZAD is looking for bright, talented, flexible, and customer centric problem solvers who enjoy the challenges associated with solving the most complex problems by utilizing the most sophisticated technologies and strong people skills.

Founded and managed by technologists and engineers, AZAD is a leading provider of Consulting Services to Fortune 500 and innovative firms since 1992.

AZAD's model provides a unique employment experience that is career path focused, relationship based and dedicated to advocacy and retention with an average tenure of 9 years.

Our collaborative approach to support our clients, projects and supporting our employees' career paths are the keys to our success. Join AZAD's professional team and enhance your career by being engaged with some of the most interesting projects in the Pacific Northwest.

If you enjoy working in such an environment, we encourage you to apply.

EXCELLENT EMPLOYEE BENEFITS including Co-paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Cafeteria Plan, Paid Sick Leave, 401K Plan, Credit Union Membership, and Referral Bonus.

U.S. Citizens only for Clearance Requirement.

AZAD values diversity - in backgrounds and in experiences.
Since our inception, we have witnessed how our diverse workforce has thrived while contributing to the increases in innovation and advancements in the client organizations we serve.

AZAD is committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and is striving to build an even more diverse, inclusive team that reflects the people and communities where we live and work.

AZAD, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that considers and employs qualified individuals based upon job related qualifications regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, national origin, age or any other status protected under applicable local, state or federal law. AZAD takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified employees and applicants who are disabled, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces services medal veterans, and other protected veterans.

AZAD, Inc. is a Certified Minority Owned Business and OFCCP compliant.

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