EHS Technician - 2nd Shift

jobs.frontdoordefense.com - Jobboard; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Generous PTO and Holidays

401(k) plan

Free lunch benefit

Unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Job summary

Saronic Technologies, located in Austin, is seeking an Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Technician for the 2nd shift to manage hazardous waste and ensure environmental compliance across manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience, strong communication skills, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Benefits include comprehensive medical insurance, generous PTO, and a retirement plan. Join a team dedicated to creating a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a trade, boat, aerospace, or general manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of experience in EHS in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Ability to conduct hands-on work with strong attention to detail in hazardous waste management.

Responsibilities

• Support EHS inspections and training.
• Manage hazardous waste including transport and disposal.
• Conduct daily equipment and facility inspections.

Skills

EHS program management

Hazardous waste management

Strong communication skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent certificate or associates degree

Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

EHS databases

Job description

EHS Technician - 2nd Shift

Assist in managing hazardous waste and environmental compliance for manufacturing operations

Location: Austin

Job Tags: Hardware

About The Role

EHS Technician - 2nd Shift

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing defense autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state‑of‑the‑art solutions that enhance maritime operations for the Department of Defense (DoD) through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated and energetic Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Technician (2nd shift) to support our mission of creating a healthy and safe environment for our employees and community. The EHS Technician is a critical EHS role that supports production day‑to‑day operations across multiple EHS programs by handling EHS inspections and training, increasing employee engagement, collecting and recording EHS information, and driving continuous improvement of EHS processes and systems.

Responsibilities:

• Support management of Industrial and Hazardous waste management including waste inspections, storage, handling, transport, and disposal.
• Support daily, weekly, or monthly Air‑permit requirements, Hazardous and Industrial Waste, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), and Spill Prevention Countermeasure and Control (SPCC) inspections and management tasks.
• Support program management of Respiratory Protection, Hearing Conservation, Ergonomics, Powered Industrial Trucks, Hazard Communication, Cranes and Rigging, Electrical and Battery Safety, Lockout/Tagout, Emergency Action Plan, etc.
• Support Job Hazard Analyses (JHA) for production and engineering processes.
• Inventory, order, coordinate delivery, and stock safety supplies and equipment.
• Develop and install safety signage/stickers.
• Support EHS Specialists in safety meetings, presentations, trainings, committees, shift stand ups, promotion of Human and Organizational Performance, and GEMBA walk throughs.
• Provide EHS production lineside support with an active floor presence, proactive process improvement, and maintain strong production team relationships.
• Respond to EHS events and collect preliminary details, contacts, documents, and photos to help EHS Specialists with event learning analysis and actionable improvements.
• Able to rapidly respond to employee health or safety emergencies and activate emergency procedures.
• Review and observe manufacturing work practices to identify EHS program hazards or requirements.
• Submit, track, and manage EHS continuous improvement suggestions.
• Address, document, and support safety concerns on the floor and in writing.
• Deliver basic training sessions and EHS communications.
• Conduct daily, weekly, monthly EHS equipment and facility inspections and input data into EHS databases.
• Organize, file, and maintain EHS documentation (e.g., training records, meeting minutes, regulatory documents, event reports).
• Support EHS team initiatives and responsibilities including regulatory reports, inspections, or information requests; internal audits; emergency drills; management system improvements; and program development and assessments.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate or associates degree.
• 3+ years of experience in a trade, boat, aerospace, or general manufacturing or industrial environments.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in EHS in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, public health, or a related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., ASP) or certificates (e.g. OSHA 10, OSHA 30).
• Comprehension and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Ability to conduct hands‑on work with strong attention to detail in hazardous waste management, emergency response, and/or exposure monitoring.
• Strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders.
• 2+ years conducting training and education programs for diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and software applications for data management and reporting.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• General understanding of federal, state, and local EHS regulations, including OSHA, EPA/TCEQ and DOT requirements.

Additional Requirements:

• Position occasionally requires the ability to work overtime and weekends when needed.
• Ability to lift 35 lbs unassisted.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check‑ups, orthodontics, and vision care
• Saronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
• Competitive Salary: Industry‑standard salaries with opportunities for performance‑based bonuses
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company's success
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.