EHS/Environmental Health & Safety (272159)
2 days ago
Rochester
Job Description "All candidates must be directly contracted by ASK Consulting on their payroll and cannot be subcontracted. We are unable to provide sponsorship at this moment". Job Title: EHS/Environmental Health & Safety/Health Safety and Environment Specialist Location: Rochester, NY 14626 Duration: 5+ Months Pay rate: $42/hr. Seniority Level: Mid-Level Employment Type: Contract Job Function: Pharma/Health About Our Client: Our Client is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services and solutions in strategy, consulting, digital, technology and operations. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries and all business functions – underpinned by the world’s largest delivery network – Our Client works at the intersection of business and technology to help clients improve their performance and create sustainable value for their stakeholders. With approximately 425,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Our Client drives innovation to improve the way the world works and lives This is a regular business hours position. 8am to 5pm. There may be a need for a slightly earlier start time such as 7am due to manufacturing. Job Description: Under general supervision of a EHS Management representative, the scope of this position is responsible for the day-to-day activities supporting the environmental, health and safety (EH&S) programs for the assigned location. The focus of this role is to carry out the Quidel Injury & Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) as part of the overall loss prevention strategy to minimize the potential for workplace injuries, accidents, and safety and environmental non-compliances. This role engages with all levels of the organization to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Essential Functions: • Supports management in the communication, awareness, and enforcement of the safety protocols defined in the Corporate and site-specific IIPP documents., • Be a champion for safety and a competent advisor for interpreting OSHA, EPA, internal policies, and programs related to safety and environmental compliance., • Supports the site as it relates to site safety reporting, metrics, Gemba walks, and elevating safety to the forefront at all levels of the organization., • Participates in the investigation of work-related incidents, injuries, near misses, and environmental non-compliances, and the identification of effective corrective actions., • Conducts routine EH&S inspections for compliance with the IIPP and external regulatory authorities (e.g., fire, air, hazardous waste, biological waste, air, wastewater, etc.)., • Works with employees to evaluate potentially hazardous job assignments to develop Job Safety Protocols, policies, and training to prevent or reduce risk for injury., • Responsible for routine oversight of hazardous waste and biowaste lab services including outside services, supplies, pickups, and related regulatory paperwork and inspections., • Hosts Safety Committee meetings and leads associated projects., • Coordinates with outside service providers to maintain first aid kit supplies, monthly emergency equipment inspections (e.g., fire extinguishers, eyewashes, etc.), and biohazardous and hazardous waste management support, where applicable., • Provides administrative support for the ordering of supplies, filing of EHS records, completion of annual permit and license deliverables, tracking training records, medical surveillance, compliance calendar management, workers compensation support, pandemic reporting, etc., • Creates, updates, and delivers site safety training., • Assists with the collection and data input of utility usage (e.g., water, electric, gas), waste generation rates for hazardous, biohazardous, clean, and recycled waste, chemical inventories, etc. Supports the compilation of data into reports to review metrics, trends, and where required reporting to external regulatory agencies., • Participates as a member of the Emergency Response Team for medical, chemical, biological, and physical crisis incidents, including pandemic response support (e.g., disinfection protocols)., • Recommends disciplinary actions for negligent behaviors or actions related to safety and environmental non-compliance. Has full authority to shut down activities for imminently hazardous situations or conditions., • The work environment is representative of an office environment with moderate exposure to laboratory, manufacturing, and warehouse work areas. Flexible work hours to meet project deadlines, shift work, and emergency response support. Physical Demands: • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to stand, sit, walk, and use hands and fingers. Ability to climb ladders and stairs for access to elevated areas., • Education and Experience Associate degree in Environmental Health, Chemistry, Biology, or equivalent required Experience in environmental health and safety field, preferably in medical, biotech, or pharmaceutical industry is preferred Two to four years of related experience required Knowledge/Skills Familiar with applicable federal, state, and local laws pertaining to EH&S matters., • Working knowledge with Microsoft Office suite programs, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Able to read, comprehend, evaluate, and communicate using hard-copy and digital media. First Aid/AED & CPR, Hazardous Waste management credentials. Other Duties: Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. About ASK: ASK Consulting is an award-winning technology and professional services recruiting firm servicing Fortune 500 organizations nationally. With 5 nationwide offices, two global delivery centers, and employees in 42 states-ASK Consulting connects people with amazing opportunities ASK Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.