Environment, Health, Safety & Security (EHSS) Specialist

Dexcom; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexcom is seeking an EHSS Coordinator to manage environmental and safety programs within their U.S. facility. The role involves promoting safety culture, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have a technical degree, relevant EHS experience, and strong communication skills, contributing to life-changing CGM technology.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits program

Career development opportunities

Innovative working environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of EHS experience preferred in medical device or technology industry's.
• In-depth knowledge of EHSS laws and regulations.
• Ergonomic experience in a warehouse setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement EHSS programs and policies.
• Conduct risk assessments and workplace evaluations.
• Review and investigate work-related injuries and implement action plans.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Multitasking

Initiative

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Safety Related or Technical Field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

EHSS IT Systems (e.g., Intelex)

Job description

The Company

Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health.

We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who are willing to fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We've already changed millions of lives and we're ready to change millions more. Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions. We'll get there by constantly reinventing unique biosensing-technology experiences. Though we've come a long way from our small company days, our dreams are bigger than ever. The opportunity to improve health on a global scale stands before us.

Meet the team:

The person in this position will be dedicated to developing, implementing, and monitoring EHSS programs and policies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, health, occupational, and safety regulations for Dexcom’s Bengaluru, India facility. The ideal applicant will apply both professional and technical knowledge and expertise within Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, and Environmental Compliance.

Where you come in:

• Coordinate the daily activities and priorities for hazard Improvement and EHS workplace performance by promoting a positive safety culture and implementing safety and environmental management systems in accordance with regulations and corporate compliance standards (EHSS Performance Framework).
• Responsible for site implementation and execution of EHSS Performance Framework standards and Global EHSS Programs at the site level.
• Identify and evaluate hazardous conditions and practices in the workplace by documenting risk assessments. Conduct and coordinate on-site assessments of the physical conditions and processes of the site. Implement controls to mitigate workplace incidents and injuries.
• Creates and develop EHSS Programs, processes and training programs for employees for occupational health and safety and environmental sustainability that are site specific.
• Review, investigate and implement action plans for work-related injuries, illnesses, accidents and safety concerns.
• Conducts and documents occupational health and safety and environmental inspections as required.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of federal, state and local OSHA regulations/ OSH Code, fire and safety codes, engineering safety standards and environmental quality regulations.
• Coordinates and participates in safety committees and leads meetings related to employee safety, lab safety, fire safety, as well as property loss or damage. Assist with hosts all internal / external onsite inspections from EHSS regulatory agencies.
• Perform ergonomic assessments using Dexcom provided tools and checklists.
• Able to respond after-hours in case of emergencies at the Site.
• Perform other related duties as directed that correspond to the overall function of this position.
• Manages hazardous waste management process, environmental recordkeeping/permitting, hazardous materials shipping, etc.

What makes you successful:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in a safety related or technical field
• 3-5 years of EHS experience, preferably within software and hardware development/ medical device industry
• You bring high energy and a results-oriented positive attitude.
• You are a self-starter and take the initiative to start work and make improvements.
• You are great at prioritizing tasks and multitasking.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills
• Proficient use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Experience using EHSS IT Systems such as Intelex, Process Map, etc.
• In depth knowledge of EHSS laws, standards, codes and regulatory requirements. Demonstrated through experience and training.
• Knowledge of building code regulations related to storage of hazardous materials
• Ergonomic experience in a warehouse setting

What you’ll get:

• A front row seat to life changing CGM technology. Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community.
• A full and comprehensive benefits program.
• Growth opportunities on a global scale.
• Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.
• An exciting and innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.

Experience and Education Requirements:

• Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 2-5 years of relevant experience

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