Quality Technician

This position will be responsible for reviewing, evaluating, analyzing work environments and assisting in the design of programs and procedures to control, eliminate, and prevent injury caused by physical, chemical, or ergonomic factors. Duties will include but not be limited to: Assess and evaluate Business unit conditions for EH&S compliance, conduct or manage inspections and enforce adherence to laws and regulations governing health and safety. The Group EHS Manager develops and maintains proficiency in technical matters related to Safety and Industrial Hygiene with a focus on noise monitoring. Primary leader for all injuries, accidents and near misses. Coordinates and leads all safety related investigations from beginning to closure. 

Responsibilities

• Leading the PSG safety program and driving a positive safety culture
  • 3 Plants, multiple warehouses w/2 indirect reports
• ~25% travel required 
• Work with supervision to develop and implement Job Safety Analysis for each job.
• Take and coordinate annual noise level readings/testing in all areas as required.
• Maintain and adhere to location compliance calendar.
• Maintaining and ensuring compliance to web based EHS systems
• Manage employee injuries and illnesses and workers compensation program.
• Ensure completion of routine inspections of safety equipment as required. Emergency eyewash/showers, fire extinguishers, etc.
• Inspect and maintain a log of all emergency response equipment and operational status.
• Perform field audits of all personal protective equipment required. 
• Assist with reports and statistical analysis of Health and Safety data for corporate review.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments and implement corrective measures to reduce ergonomic injuries.
• Conduct new employee safety orientation.
• Assist with incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning and execution.
• Maintain and work within department budget. Support plant financial objectives.
• Conduct mandated employee environment, health and safety training programs as required by the EHS Training Matrix, such as Hazard Communication, Lock Out/Tagout, Confined Space Entry, RCRA, Storm Water, Cranes and Hoists, Powered Industrial Trucks, and Personal Protective Equipment.
• Assist in the investigation of employee complaints related to health and safety.
• Aid the engineering team for new manufacturing processes, construction, demolition and renovation activities.
• Review and approve sampling procedures, records, and data prior to sample submittal.
• Receive, approve, and interpret Industrial Hygiene results.
• Managing HS records to ensure proper access and retention of HS records is maintained.
• Oversee and manage Lead compliance program.

Education and Certifications

• A bachelor’s degree is preferred in Industrial Hygiene, Health Science, Industrial Safety or related field. Will also consider associate’s degree with 5 - 10 years directly related experience
• Prefer 5 years industrial EHS Manager experience with multiple site responsibilities
• Working knowledge of OSHA and EPA/State Regulations.
• Knowledge of proper protocol for exposure monitoring.
• Proficient with MS Office Products (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook, and Word)

Physical Requirements 

• While some work will be performed in an office setting, the majority of the time the employee will be required to be in the Manufacturing facilities and Warehouses, where additional exposure is likely (heat, humidity).
• Qualified candidates must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and climb with minimal effort.
• This is a full-time position, and working on-site is required.

At Samuel we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our core. We are committed to building and embracing a diverse workforce and creating an environment that is open and inclusive for everyone.