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Manager, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS): Accellent, Inc. (Collegeville, PA)
Accellent, Inc. is a fully integrated provider of
design, supply chain management and strategic
sourcing services to the Medical Device industry.
Accellent
www.accellent.com, a recognized market leader,
is a fast-growing outsource manufacturing and design
solution company specializing in high growth areas
such as Cardiology, Endoscopy and Orthopaedics. The
top Medical Device companies partner with Accellent
to provide innovation, advanced technology, speed to
market, low cost labor and strategic sourcing.
Reporting to the site Director of Operations, the
Manager, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) leads
and shares responsibility for facility-wide
environmental, health and safety compliance with all
government regulations and company-mandated
practices and procedures, fire protection, facility
inspections, insurance liaison, and managing outside
contractors. The EHS Manager will ensure that all
EHS matters are appropriately managed at all times
with special focus on shop floor operations through
working daily with each value stream to identify
risks and resolve them. The EHS Manager is
invaluable in driving ownership and engagement at
the factory floor level for all facets of EHS.
This position will be based in our Collegeville, PA
site.
Responsibilities
Establish regular recurring sessions with each
Collegeville Value Stream (VS) to review, assess and
resolve EHS risks. These meetings can take place
within regular VS meeting times by adding an
enhanced EHS component.
Deliver specific EHS required and continuous
improvement training to new and existing employees.
Intent is to bring training activity inside for
greater effectiveness, control and cost reduction.
Use Accellent Collegeville CAPA system to initiate
and coordinate all activities and disciplines to
identify and eliminate EHS risks. Work within Value
Streams to link CAPAs to appropriate VS activity and
report out as needed.
Qualifications
BS degree in EHS Sciences, Engineering or
equivalent. Advanced degree preferred
Minimum 5 7 years leadership and management
experience leading site EHS projects, initiatives,
and driving cultural change regarding EHS in an
industrial, manufacturing, shop floor environment.
Minimum 5 - 7 years experience with environmental
compliance in maintaining a Title V air permitted
facility, as well as maintaining wastewater and
regulated solid waste management programs at a
manufacturing facility.
Minimum 5 years vendor and interdepartmental
project management experience, including safety and
security.
In-depth experience and knowledge of Federal,
State, Municipal, Local environmental laws,
regulations and reporting processes.
Experience driving site sustainability initiatives
(energy, water, waste)
Experience developing and leading workplace
ergonomic initiatives.
Demonstrated strong communication, and
interpersonal skills. Must be able to work in a team
environment.
Preferred experience with EHS Management System
development and implementation (e.g., ISO 14001,
OHSAS 18001, ANSI Z10)
Preferred experience in metal processing equipment
and facilities or equivalent.
Experience in EHS program assessment and auditing
Experience developing effective EHS training
techniques
Preferred experience with behavioral-based EHS
strategies
Preferred experience with employee
involvement/engagement practices
Preferred experience with Experience with Incident
reporting and analysis
Experience with program performance analysis and
reporting
Preferred experience with management of change
Preferred CAD experience.
Excellent computer skills with Microsoft office
suite especially Excel and Access.
Knowledge of Lean manufacturing techniques.
Environmental Working Conditions: While
performing the duties of this job, the employee is
frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The
employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious
places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or
caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; and
vibration. The noise level in the work environment
is usually moderate.
Accellent is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
employer and we value diversity in our workforce. As
such we provide equal opportunity for all applicants
without regard to race, religion, gender, national
origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or
disability. To learn more about Accellent and our
career opportunities, please visit us at
www.accellent.com
Please email your resume to:
jim.donahue@accellent.com
Posted January 8, 2012
Occupational Health and Safety Specialist
(OHSS) (Job ID: 100443): University of
Delaware (Newark, DE)
Deadline: January 3, 2012; Level 13
CONTEXT OF THE JOB:
The OHSS provides oversight and support for
areas under the purview of Environmental Health
and Safety (EHS). In addition, OHSS will be
required to meet qualification standards for
specialized program areas within EHS.
Under general direction, the OHSS performs
duties associated with lead and asbestos
programs. At times the employee maybe called
upon to assist with other programs such as
Biosafety, Chemical Waste and Environmental
Health, General Safety, and Industrial Hygiene
at the University to assure compliance with
federal, state and local regulations and to
achieve the optimal control or reduction of the
hazards and exposures which are detrimental to
people and / or property.
The OHSS plans, arranges own tasks, and must be
able to apply standard policy or procedure to
routine problems or duties without benefit of
specific guidelines. The OHSS assists with the
development and implementation of new procedures
for resolving non-routine matters that are
highly visible. University policy, government
regulations, institutional precedents,
professional standards and accepted practices
govern independent action. The OHSS routinely
interacts with students and staff and functions
as an internal consultant in safety and health
matters relating to environmental health and
safety. The OHSS shares supervision of salaried
staff and miscellaneous wage employees. Failure
to perform tasks satisfactorily can result in
liability, property damage, injury, regulatory
noncompliance, and fine, imprisonment or both.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Primary function is to perform routine duties
associated with implementation and monitoring of
comprehensive asbestos and lead programs which
involves but not limited to: sample collection,
issuance of reports describing sample results,
obtain cost estimates for abatement of
identified materials, attend project meeting,
coordinate abatement actions, maintain and
further develop asbestos and lead database,
maintain accurate disposal records as required.
As time permits, under direct supervision,
responds to and investigates incidents and
emergency situations. Typical types of
emergencies and complaints may include serious
injuries, gas alarms, biological
agents/materials, confined space concerns,
indoor air quality complaints, incidents arising
from failures in the fall protection, lock out
tag out, pesticide programs, chemical spills,
IAQ complaints, asbestos related issues,
bloodborne pathogen releases, uncontrolled
releases into waterways, construction site
run-off, etc.
Other duties may be with the safety and
industrial hygiene programs. Performs safety
reviews, industrial hygiene sampling for
exposure to hazardous materials, respiratory
protection program audits, inspections of fall
protection, confined space, and lock out tag out
program activities. Performs sampling of
University domestic water supplies. Manages and
coordinates the hazard communication program for
non-laboratory activities, as well as the FIFRA
compliance program. Conducts and documents
training for all program activities. Assists
with the implementation of techniques to respond
to and investigate safety incidents. Maintains
and updates all related program manuals and web
pages.
Assists with duties associated with the
chemical waste disposal program. Performs waste
pick-ups, bulk chemicals and lab packs.
Maintains up keep and operation of Materials
Management Facility, emergency response van and
emergency response facility. Develops innovative
techniques to safely manage and dispose of
unknown / reactive chemicals.
Assists with duties associated with the
infectious waste management program.
Investigates mismanagement of waste, recommends
corrective practices, completes all manifests,
and coordinates the ultimate disposal of waste
with an outside contractor. Coordinates program
activities for the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen
standard, such as: permit establishment and
renewal, departmental education, vaccination
program management, permit audits, and database
management.
Consults with staff and students concerning
program activities. Provides training and
outreach on a variety of environmental health
related subjects, primarily focused on OSHA and
EPA programs. Represents the Department and
University at professional meetings and
conferences. Makes recommendations that will
help maintain University compliance with
federal, state and local safety and health
regulations and codes that will achieve the
optimal control or reduction of hazards and
exposures as well as maintain budgetary
constraints.
Maintains, reviews, evaluates, and / or
recommends environmental and occupational safety
and health related programs, manuals and
guidelines.
Assists with the development and
implementation of these programs. Completes
tasks outside of direct responsibilities as
needs arise.
Supervises salaried and miscellaneous wage
employees with respect to environmental health
and safety activities.
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as
assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree and three years experience
related to position responsibilities. Asbestos
and lead certifications: EPA AHERA asbestos
building inspector, EPA AHERA management
planner, EPA AHERA project designer, EPA lead
inspector and risk assessor. Working knowledge
of applicable regulations and standards such as
EPA, NFPA, OSHA, ANSI, BOCA and State
regulations is preferred. Certification as a
Safety Professional (CSP) or Industrial
Hygienist (CIH) is preferred. Must be able to
obtain 40 hour HAZWOPER Certification and DOT
Certification. Certification as a Hazardous
Materials Manager (CHMM) preferred. Ability to
develop, implement and enforce safety programs
and protocols. Knowledge of federal, state and
local safety regulations, protocols, and/or
procedures. Ability to operate, test and/or
repair monitoring, sampling and/or analytical
equipment and instruments. Skill in performing
various environmental related tests. Effective
oral and written communication skills. Ability
to communicate and interact with officials at
all levels of government. Ability to communicate
technical information to non-technical
personnel. Intermediate computing skills and
experience with database and spreadsheet
software. Current project management experience
as well as previous technician field experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employee must be able to
pass a background check. Employee must be able
to pass hazmat physical examination in order to
qualify the individual for emergency response
involving all levels of respiratory protection.
Requires the use of personal protective
equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous
materials. With or without assistance, requires
the ability to exert 50 to 100 pounds of force
occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds of force
frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force
constantly; without assistance must be able to
lift 50 pounds and maneuver 55 gallon drums
weighing up to 600 pounds. Must be able to
ascend and descend ladders, walk and stand for
long periods of time, walk on uneven surfaces,
able to work above and below ground level, work
in cramped or confined spaces and work outside
in various environmental conditions which
include but are not limited to cold
temperatures, hot temperatures, windy conditions
and inclement weather. Individual must have a
valid driver's license in order to maneuver
throughout Newark and Wilmington campuses and
other U/D locations when operationally
necessary. Access to reliable private means of
transportation.
How To Apply : When applying please submit a one-page cover letter and your resume as one document. Also, please remember to provide names, addresses and telephone number of at least three references in the online application.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Employment offers will be conditioned upon
successful completion of a criminal background
check. A conviction will not necessarily exclude
you from employment.
The University of Delaware is an Equal
Opportunity Employer which encourages
applications from Minority Group Members and
Women. The University's Notice of
Non-Discrimination can be found at
http://www.udel.edu/aboutus/legalnotices.html
Posted December 17, 2011
Safety Specialist: Clemens Food Group/Hatfield Quality Meat (Hatfield, PA)
The
Clemens Food Group, the leader in Pork Solutions, is
seeking a dynamic Safety Specialist for our Hatfield
Quality Meat facility in Hatfield, Pennsylvania.
The Safety Specialist will assist in the development
of and direction of the implementation of the
Company's safety program. This position will
recommend measures to reduce or eliminate industrial
accidents and hazards as well as monitor and ensure
compliance with OSHA guidelines and regulations and
established Company policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities include:
Investigate accidents and injuries and monitor
follow-up on corrective action initiatives
Conduct audits and inspections of the facility to
detect existing or potential accidents, fire, other
hazards and compliance with OSHA regulations and
Company policy; recommend corrective or preventive
action. Follows up to ensure corrective or
preventive action has been taken.
Conduct and/or supervise employee training
programs in accident prevention, lockout/tag out,
confined space, industrial truck, personal
protective equipment, MSDS, and other employee
safety programs.
Track and analyze accidents and incidents and
other safety indicators to identify trends in
support of decision-making.
Appraise the Company's safety position and issue
accident, incident, and safety trending reports.
Conduct safety analyses of the Company and bench
mark against similar SIC coded companies.
Develop and drive the Company's safety plans and
forecasts.
Develop short- and long-term safety goals; monitor
follow-up efforts and progress toward achieving
these goals through performance measures.
Analyze studies, reports, and OSHA regulations on
safety and their impact on the Company's policies
and operations.
Direct and oversee departmental safety teams.
Act as a business partner with other functional
supervisors.
Responsible for preparation and prudent budget
practices in support of safety goals and targets.
Direct supervisors in providing procedures and
systems necessary to maintain the highest level of
safety controls and programs.
Ensure that Company safety programs and procedures
meet the needs of providing a safe work environment.
Promote goodwill and community involvement.
Assure high standards of ethical conduct and
personal behavior is maintained.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree (B. A. /B.S.) and seven (7)
years relevant experience and/or training; or
equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general
business periodicals, professional journals,
technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence,
and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively
present information and respond to questions from
groups of managers, clients, customers, and the
general public.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts and
fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and
trigonometry.
Ability to define problems, collect data,
establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability
to interpret an extensive variety of technical
instructions in mathematical or diagram form and
deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
To apply, you may contact and email resume to
jkantner@hqm.com
OR contact Human Resources - Lisa Filaferro
215-368-2500 and email resume to
lfilaferro@hqm.com
Posted November 29, 2011
Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist:
TechUSA (West Chester, PA)
TechUSA is currently seeking an Environmental,
Health & Safety Specialist for a full time, direct
hire position to be a part of a dynamic and diverse
team. This candidate would be responsible for the
direction, development, and implementation of all
environmental, health & safety related compliance
programs, including hazardous waste management, air
permit requirements, wastewater requirements,
environmental regulatory compliance for federal and
state, industrial hygiene issues, training, accident
prevention and awareness, safety committee
development, OSHA compliance and plant safety award
and recognition program.
POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reduce incidents and accidents by developing and
implementing a proactive, sound safety program that
will improve operator awareness and formalize
department and managerial safety awareness.
Organize, develop and lead the plant Safety
Committee.
Develop a comprehensive safety audit system for
all departments and make recommendations to correct
or eliminate hazards.
Formulate plant safety policies for agreement by
management. Follow through with programs to insure
their compliance.
Develop, set-up, and train all plant personnel on
required safety and environmental measures.
Identify all OSHA and EPA at risk conditions and
eliminate.
Establish safety programs to comply with changes
in law that will affect employees or plant
operations.
Establish annual Safety audits for the plant.
Report findings and correct deficiencies.
Compile and maintain current chemical inventory
and Material Safety Data Sheets, reports, and
related information.
Coordinates programs to meet the necessary
criteria to continue to advance in the program,
while developing and meeting criteria for the most
advanced rating.
Provide and schedule all environmental, safety and
chemical handling training.
Management of hazardous waste disposal program
including maintaining manifests and documentation
required to be in compliance with state and federal
law.
Investigate and incorporate waste minimization
procedures to reduce hazardous waste disposal.
Maintain compliance with air and wastewater permit
requirements for federal, state, and local
regulations.
Know and follow all laws and policies that apply
to one's job, and maintain the highest levels of
professionalism, ethics and compliance at all times.
Diligently participate in our compliance
program-related activities as denoted by your
supervisor or our Chief Compliance Officer.
Special projects as assigned.
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Education or training normally associated with a
BS in Safety Management, Industrial Safety, or
Environmental Regulation. Must have a degree.
Sound knowledge of EPA & OSHA regulations.
Ability to provide training and guidance to
employees in regards to development of
environmental, health and safety programs.
Ability to communicate and interface with all
departments and levels of management.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated people and business management skills
Minimum of 5 years experience managing a similar
function.
o Demonstrated project management skills.
o Proven ability to manage similar programs of this
size and depth
o Proven track record of safety improvement at
another company.
About Tech USA:
Tech USA, Scientific Solutions is a comprehensive
provider of staffing and workforce solutions
throughout the Scientific Industry, including
Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, Clinical Research,
Healthcare, Biodefense, Environmental, Chemical and
Food Sciences. We are actively seeking candidates
for contract, contract-to-hire and permanent
placement jobs throughout the nation. View our
website to see a list of our current open positions;
however, not all of our positions are listed so
dont forget to submit your resume and request a
consultation with one of our scientific recruiting
specialists to explore your opportunities further.
At Tech USA we understand that next to your family,
your career is one of the most important aspects to
a happy and fulfilling life. This is why we take the
time to truly understand and get to know our
candidates, so we can then pair them with the right
job, not just any job. As a result, Tech USA is
known throughout the industry for quality,
reliability and the highest satisfaction from both
our clients as well as the candidates that we
represent. TechUSA is an equal opportunity employer.
Interested candidates should contact Leah Hershey (phone: 610-234-4056; email: lhershey@techusa.net).
Posted November 9, 2011
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