EHS Specialist, HY

Hydranautics - A Nitto Group Company; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydranautics, a Nitto Group company, seeks an EHS Specialist in Oceanside, CA to ensure compliance with workplace safety, OSHA, EPA, and environmental regulations. You will lead hazard assessments, audits, incident investigations, and training while coordinating permits and waste management programs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in a science field and 5+ years in industrial hygiene or EHS in manufacturing, with strong MS Office skills and knowledge of Cal/OSHA and ISO 14001.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable Science field and 5+ years’ related experience.
• Working knowledge of Cal/OSHA regulations and industrial hygiene concepts in a manufacturing environment, preferred.
• ISO 14001 working knowledge, a plus.
• Working knowledge of environmental sciences, regulatory requirements and permitting processes.
• Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Office Suite software such as Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and Word.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedures; write reports.

Responsibilities

• Ensures compliance with local, state & federal safety regulations via audits and safety programs.
• Perform or coordinate periodic audits/inspections for storm water, hazardous waste, and reports to agencies.
• Investigate accidents/incidents to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Assist in managing environmental permits (SDAPCD, local permits, etc.).
• Submit Hazardous Waste inventory and manage waste profiles; support recycling/disposal efforts.
• Provide hazard control solutions using engineering, administrative controls and PPE.
• Writes and distributes safety tailgates and trains staff on EHS programs.
• Participates in emergency response team activities for incidents and events.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies for inspections/audits; back-up to EHS personnel as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cal/OSHA knowledge

Industrial hygiene concepts

Regulatory compliance

Safety reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in applicable Science field with 5+ years’ experience

Tools

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Hydranautics is a part of the Nitto Group of companies and one of the global leaders in the field of integrated membrane solutions. We offer complete membrane solutions like reverse osmosis, nanofiltration, ultrafiltration and microfiltration for water, waste water and process treatment and applications. Hydranautics membrane-based solutions are currently in use on seven continents throughout the world for diverse applications such as seawater desalination, industrial high-purity water, surface water treatment, waste water treatment and specialty process applications.

Position Overview

Under limited supervision ensure company compliance with all safety and health programs, including but not limited to Workplace Safety, Equipment Safety, Ergonomics, biological and physical hazards, company health and safety programs and federal, state and local regulatory compliance (OSHA, EPA, Air Quality, DOT, APCD). Proficient in Hazard Communication and Personal Protective Equipment. Use technical expertise of Hazardous Materials/Waste, OSHA, EPA, Air Quality, DOT and Workers’ Compensation practices as well as Industrial Hygiene requirements to minimize exposure to chemical, biological and physical hazards.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensures company compliance with all local, state & federal safety regulations by developing and sustaining efforts with respect to Manufacturing Equipment Safety, Ergonomics, Hazard Communication (including Safety Data Sheets), Hearing Conservation, Respiratory Protection, Industrial Ventilation, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical Hygiene and Laboratory Safety programs and monthly safety audits.
• Perform or coordinate periodic audits and inspections for storm water, hazardous waste, and preparing reports for submittal to local, state, and federal environmental agencies.
• Performs and/or assist in investigating accidents and incidents to identify root cause and effective counter measures.
• Assist in Managing environmental permits such as but are not limited to the following: San Diego Air Pollution Control District (SDAPCD) permits, County of San Diego Hazardous Materials permits, and industrial wastewater permits.
• Submit Hazardous Waste pick‑up inventory requests to our waste hauler and signs manifests. Help in setting up generators waste profiles as needed and managing recycling and disposal efforts.
• Provide solutions and intervention strategies to minimize exposure to chemical, biological, and physical hazards using engineering, administrative and personal protective equipment controls.
• Provides technical expertise for continual efforts to minimize exposure to chemical, biological and physical hazards using engineering, administrative and personal protective equipment controls.
• Writes and distributes safety tailgate to company staff and manages training in support of EHS organizational programs.
• Participates as a member of the emergency response team in the event of a fire, chemical spill, medical emergencies and/or earthquakes, etc.
• Partners with regulatory agencies as a point of contact for inspections and/or audits, involving health matters, and may serve as a back-up to other EHS department personnel for other regulatory inspections or audits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Skills, Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable Science field and 5+ years’ related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of Cal/OSHA regulations and industrial hygiene concepts, methodologies, principles and instrumentation in a manufacturing environment, preferred.
• ISO 14001 working knowledge, a plus.
• Working knowledge of environmental sciences, regulatory requirements and permitting processes.
• Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Office Suite software such as Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and Word.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Write moderately complex reports and correspondence as well as speak effectively before groups of customers, employees, or vendors.

CERTIFICATES And/or LICENSES

• DOT HM 181 Certification, required.
• CPR/First Aid Certification, preferred.

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Hydranautics offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. We believe diversity is key to our competitive advantage and value the diversity among our employees. We are proud to be an EEO employer.