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.

https://wahrprd.nss.udel.edu:4450/psp/RESUME/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_CE.GBL?Page=HRS_CE_JOB_DTL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=100443&SiteId=888&PostingSeq=1

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 don’t 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.