EHS Specialist Job Groton area,Connecticut USA,Engineering

Join our dynamic and innovative team at Thayer Mahan, a world leader in autonomous maritime surveillance and monitoring. Headquartered in Groton, CT, we are a fast-growing, mission-focused, innovative technology company in the Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) space. At Thayer Mahan we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous growth.

Position: EHS Specialist FLSA:
Exempt

Reports to:

Director of Safety, Security, and Facilities Primary

Hours:

M-F 8am-5pm

Position Summary:

The EHS Specialist position is responsible for promoting and improving safety awareness with the emphasis on preventing incidents, injuries, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Acts as the main point of contact for any safety related issues. Assists with recognizing and assessing hazards in the workplace and recommending corrective measures. Works closely with leadership to ensure company policies and procedures are followed and promotes best practices.

Conducts required safety training and provides coaching as necessary. Additional responsibilities will be to perform emergency drills, training, inspections/audits, and assist with maintaining compliance program requirements.

Key Position Results:

Elevated awareness of safety in the company
Conduct inspections, audits, and incident investigations
Continuous improvement towards achieving company goals
Ensure employee compliance with company safety program

Key

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist with development and implementation of company safety and health programs, policies, and procedures
Help to ensure compliance with ISO
14001 and ISO
45001 requirements
Maintain facility SDS system and GHS labeling requirements
Maintain injury records and conduct incident investigations/root cause analysis
Participate in management of corrective actions from investigations, inspections and audits
Facilitate monthly EHS training according to training plan and conduct new employee orientation
Conduct PPE assessments and safety/hazard risk assessments
Administer Safety Observation and Lessons Learned Programs
Conduct routine facility safety inspections and audits
Help to foster a work environment that promotes environment conservation and continuous improvement
Facilitate Safety Committee meetings
Ensures compliance with all regulatory related laws and standards
Promote a culture of safety
Active member of emergency response team

Critical Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

Exhibit strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Possess strong organization and record keeping skills
Effectively communicate with all levels of company personnel
Present training material to groups
Strong MS Office/computer knowledge
Coach, mentor, lead, and influence to promote a culture of safety
Strong problem solving and creative thinking skills with the ability to drive resolution
Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Handle confidential information with complete security

Requirements for Consideration

BS Degree in Environmental, Health, and Safety field (work experience may be substituted)
Solid understanding of general safety laws and regulations (OSHA, NIOSH, ANSI, NFPA, EPA) desired
3 years experience working in a manufacturing setting (marine industry preferred)
OSHA 10/30hr General Industry certification preferred
ISO 14001 and 45001 experience preferred

Physical Requirements

Must be capable of physical exertion such as long periods of standing, sitting, walking, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching and reaching
Must be capable of recurring lifting or handling heavy items or similar activities from ground level to above the head with weights of up to 50 pounds throughout the work shift

Competitive salary, comprehensive total rewards package (medical, dental, vision, 401K with employer match), and other great benefits. Opportunity to continue to develop your career at a growing organization. This is an exempt position.

If you meet the requirements and are ready to make waves with us, apply now!

Thayer Mahan is an Equal Opportunity Employer and doesn't discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other non-merit factor.