EHS Specialist II

EHS Specialist II

The EHS Specialist II develops, implements and maintains programs and processes that will ensure a safe and environmentally responsible work environment and compliance with applicable regulatory requirements/company procedures, minimizes EHS related risks, and strives for EHS excellence.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides technical expertise, training and guidance to ensure compliance with applicable state/country regulatory and industry standards.
• Ensures the development, deployment and, as necessary, delivery of effective EHS training to supervisors and employees.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures.
• May function as Chemical Hygiene Officer, Radiation Safety Officer, Emergency Coordinator or other site technical expert as needed.
• May function as the EHS Site Key Contact, working with the HR Business Partner team.
• May administer waste programs, including day-to-day monitoring of waste quantities generated, procurement of packaging supplies and labels and scheduling of waste pickups.
• May administer safety programs, including day-to-day monitoring of contractors, facility safety, and fire safety.
• May lead EHS Committee and Team activities, such as department safety teams, emergency response team, etc.
• May manage Safety Data Sheets and Hazardous Materials Management System.
• Prepares and submits regulatory and internal company reports as required, including air permit and wastewater records, emission and hazardous waste reports, injury/illness and other EHS reports.
• Develops, implements and maintains required EHS programs, may include but not limited to lockout/tagout, confined space, respiratory protection, hazardous waste management, emergency planning and response, etc.
• Investigates accidents and spills and identifies corrective measures.
• Identifies and assesses workplace hazards and implements corrective measures.
• Evaluates purchases and facility modifications to ensure compliance with standards.
• May act as Emergency Coordinator/Lead Spill Responder.
• Interacts with government agencies.
• Communicates effectively with site management and employees.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Education/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Science or Technical Field and Minimum of five years EHS experience preferably working in a laboratory or research & development environment.
• Must possess education and/or training requirements and 5 years of experience to be appointed Radiation Safety Officer or Chemical Hygiene Officer.
• Professional certification in Safety, Industrial Hygiene or Environmental Area preferred.
• Travel is less than 10% of the time

Working Conditions:

• General office and laboratory environment.
• Matrix organizational relationships.
• May work with or in the proximity of hazardous materials.
• May work with human blood and other potentially infectious materials, sharps and zoonotic agents.
• May be required to move or handle chemical containers, including 55 gallon drums weighing approximately 400 pounds, with appropriate mechanical assists and equipment.
• May be required to work in extreme environmental conditions while performing job duties.
• May be required to wear protective equipment that could include respiratory protection and other similar PPE.

Special Factors:

• Occasional overtime and weekend work may be required.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
• Immunizations and screenings as required.

Benefits:

Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only.

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.

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