EHS Professional 2

Job Title: EHS Specialist 2 Location: Walpole, MA (Onsite) Duration: 12 months, Contract Pay Range: $34-36/HR This is a role well suited to an ambitious professional, looking for the next step in their career. As a n EHS Professional, you will be responsible for: Conducting both proactive and reactive ergonomic assessments Conducting department safety walkthroughs and safety reviews of new equipment Conducting incident/injury investigations Assisting with EHS Management System programs and processes Assisting with the Site’s Hazardous and Biological Waste programs, including: RCRA Main and Satellite Area Waste pickups and inspections Coordination of waste shipments Preparing waste for shipment to meet DOT requirements Bulk solvent waste pour-off (respirator use required – full facepiece with cartridge) Transport bulk hazardous waste totes 250 gallons (forklift driving required) Preparing Controlled Substance waste for shipment to meet DEA requirement Assisting with the continuous improvement of the Site’s Safety & Health Management Culture initiatives Conducting environmental resource use monitoring/measuring Assisting with sustainability initiatives Assisting with response and tracking of actions stemming from EHS Incident reports Coordinating with vendors to maintain EHS equipment and facilities Conducting various trainings for all employees. Preparing monthly EHS Scorecard updates. Maintaining EHS records including SDS, chemical inventory, inspections, training. Maintaining department supply inventory. Maintaining department equipment inspections. Advising employees regarding EHS matters. Performing other EHS duties as needed. Required Education, Skills & Experience: BS Degree in the Sciences and/or a degree in an EHS related field. Minimum of 1-2 years of experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Basic knowledge of safety and environmental regulations. Be able to pass background check for handling DEA Controlled Substances Required certifications: RCRA, DOT, HAZWOPER (24-hour minimum, 40-hour preferred), Preferred Education, Skills & Experience: Workplace ergonomics and injury prevention. Proven presentation/public speaking experience. Excellent organizational, time-management, and recordkeeping skills. Approachable personality, willingness to help people, and confident to intervene/provide feedback to employees regarding safe behaviors. Attention to detail. Proven good work ethic. Willingness to learn. Good written and verbal communication skills. CPR/First Aid/AED training