Senior Environmental Health and Safety Engineer

Nordson EFD, a global leader in Engineered Fluid Dispensing, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.

Summary of the role

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.

JOB SUMMARY The Environmental Health & Safety Enigneer II is responsible for the safety and security of East Providence, RI & Norwich, CT facilities and their employees. Will develop, coordinate, and administer Environmental, Health, and Safety programs, and oversee security at both locations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Build positive, collaborative relationships at all levels in multiple manufacturing facilities in the creation of a zero incident (“Journey to Zero”) culture, which results in attainment of EHS goals and objectives.

Champion a zero-injury culture through visible leadership and employee engagement

Lead safety initiatives, behavioral safety programs, and continuous improvement efforts

Conduct regular Gemba walks, safety audits, and risk assessments

Facilitate safety committees and drive safety observation programs

Lead incident and near-miss reporting. Perform root cause analysis on incidents and injuries to determine specific actions needed to prevent their reoccurrence.

Collaborate with appropriate department managers to maintain the contractor management and visitor security/safety program.

Coach/mentor and supervise employees on safe work practices, hazard identification, and risk management, including establishing and leading safety committees at each facility.

Ensure proper chemical handling, storage, and documentation (SDS)
Lead emergency preparedness and response planning:

Fire safety programs and drills

Spill response procedures

Evacuation drills

Coordinate with local emergency responders

Coordinate EHS training programs to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.

Facilitate onboarding safety training for new employees

Maintain training records and compliance documentation

Coach leaders on compliance of EHS policies, procedures, training, auditing, reporting, and tracking processes with Nordson requirements; local, state, and federal rules and regulations.

Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS BS Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, or other Engineering degree, or equivalent experience5 or more years' experience in HSS compliance in Industrial Manufacturing or Chemical environment is preferred.

Experience with OSHA record keeping guidelines and administration.

SKILLS & ABILITIESAbility to think creatively and analytically

Detail-oriented, self-starter with strong organizational and motivational skills

Proven ability to lead initiatives working collaboratively and independently in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment

Strong interpersonal skills with ability to influence at all levels of a global organization

Demonstrated effective execution of concurrent projects and ability to multi-task Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficient with MS Office Capacity to make innovative connections from ideas to business relevant opportunities

Ability to read, write and communicate in English as it relates to this position and safety

Bilingual in Spanish a plus WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDSOffice & Manufacturing Environment.  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with…