EHS & QA Coordinator

South Bay Sand Blasting and Tank Cleaning, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

South Bay Sandblasting & Tank Cleaning, Inc. seeks an EHS & QA Coordinator to support Navy Operations in Norfolk, VA. Lead safety culture, manage QA processes, and ensure compliance in a shipyard environment with long hours and weekend work.

The role requires 2+ years in EHS/QA, knowledge of safety and ISO 9001, and proficiency with MS Office. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Norfolk.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of health and safety best practices and legal requirements.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the workforce and management.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work to a timeline and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Two years of previous experience in EHS, QA, or related field.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and maintain QA processes and procedures
• Coordinate QA inspections and testing
• Maintain QA records, reports, and certifications
• Support non-conforming material tracking and corrective actions
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• Assist in implementing and maintaining EHS processes and procedures
• Coordinate EHS inspections
• Maintain EHS records, reports and certifications
• Participate in incident investigations and root cause analysis
• Accomplish regular walkthroughs with production to ensure compliance
• Provide administrative support in EHS and QA teams
• Maintain filing system, both physical and digital
• Assist in document control and revision management
• Train employees and enforce requirements

Skills

Health and safety knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Office

Team coordination

Ability to work to deadlines

Education

High school diploma or GED

HAZWOPER certification

DOT Hazardous Materials certification

RCRA certification

Environmental/Industrial Safety education

Tools

ISO 9001

Job description

Job Description

SOUTH BAY SANDBLASTING & TANK CLEANING, INC. shipyard related subcontractor seeking a detail-oriented EHS & QA Coordinator to support our Navy Operations in Norfolk Virginia.

Job Summary

We're seeking an EHS & QA Coordinator with commitment to build and maintain a Safety Culture & Engagement between workers. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading programs that protect people from environmental hazards and workplace hazards, while maintaining QA processes and procedures. Candidate can work in confined spaces and has no problem working long hours and weekends.

Must be in Norfolk Virginia, we are not looking to relocate candidates at this time.

Responsibilities:

QA 40%

• Assist in implementing and maintain QA processes and procedures
• Coordinate QA inspections and testing
• Maintain QA records, reports, and certifications
• Support non-conforming material tracking and corrective actions
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives

EHS 40%

• Assist in implementing and maintaining EHS processes and procedures
• Coordinate EHS inspections
• Maintain EHS records, reports and certifications
• Participate in incident investigations and root cause analysis
• Accomplish regular walkthroughs with production to ensure compliance

Administrative 20%

• Provide administrative support in EHS and QA teams
• Maintain filing system, both physical and digital
• Assist in document control and revision management
• Train employees and enforce requirements

  Qualifications:

  • Strong knowledge of health and safety best practices and legal requirements
  • Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the workforce and management
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to work to a timeline and meet deadlines
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Two years of previous experience in EHS, QA, or related field
  • Computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point

  Education Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED, B.A., Technical/Vocational trade school, or apprenticeship (Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or Occupational Safety)
  • Must be certified HAZWOPER, DOT Hazardous Materials, and RCRA Certified.

  Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

  Work is conducted indoors and outdoors frequently exposed to prevailing weather conditions. Work indoor or aboard vessel which may have fumes, chemicals, and heat as well as noise and dust present depending upon the location of work. Safety equipment required.

  The individual must be able to frequently climb inclined stairways and vertical. Work aboard the vessels can be strenuous and sometimes hazardous. Dynamic, fast-paced outdoor setting with moderate to loud noise levels from production activity in the shipyard. Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time. Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed.

  The physical demands described above are representative of those that may be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  Other requirements:

  All positions require a pre-employment medical test. This employer participates in E-Verify. Must be able to qualify for DBIDS security clearance. Ability to read technical English is a must. U.S. Citizenship is preferred (for some work locations it is required). Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

  Women, veterans, and their spouses are encouraged to apply.

  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/AA M/F D/V

  Job Type: Full-time