Environmental, Health, & Safety Specialist

Terumo-Neuro-1; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Terumo Neuro is seeking an Environmental, Health, & Safety Specialist to assist day-to-day EHS programs, ensuring compliance across manufacturing and R&D labs. You will perform safety inspections, help manage incidents, support machine guarding checks, and maintain chemical inventories while contributing to environmental compliance activities like waste handling and air emissions reporting.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience, up to two years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Industrial Hygiene, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 0–2 years of relevant work experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety inspections and assist with incident management.
• Support EHS program implementation and training records.
• Assist with Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and risk assessments for manufacturing, R&D, and laboratory activities.
• Develop and conduct EHS training sessions for new hires and current associates on various topics.
• Assist in the investigation of EHS incidents and track corrective actions to closure.
• Comply with applicable laws and regulations and adhere to Quality Management System processes.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication & interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Science, Industrial Hygiene, or related field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Teams

Job description

Environmental, Health, & Safety Specialist

Position Overview

Responsible for assisting in the day‑to‑day execution of Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) programs to maintain compliance with federal, state, and local EHS regulations and company standards. Working across manufacturing and R&D laboratories, perform tasks essential to employee safety, including conducting safety inspections, assisting with incident management, implementing machine guarding checks, and maintaining chemical inventory. Assist the EHS team with key environmental compliance activities related to regulated waste handling, air emissions reporting, and stormwater management.

Job Duties

• Compliance Audits & Inspection: Conduct periodic compliance inspections and internal audits to ensure adherence to Cal/OSHA and other federal/state EHS regulations. Help prepare and submit required EHS reports
• EHS Program Implementation: Support the implementation and maintenance of key EHS programs, including Hazard Communication, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Ergonomics, Emergency Response, Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP), and Hazardous Waste Management, documenting program changes and training records
• Risk Management: Assist with Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and risk assessments for manufacturing, R&D, and laboratory activities
• Training & Communication: Develop and conduct EHS training sessions for new hires and current associates on various topics (e.g., general safety, hazardous waste handling, emergency procedures, etc.). Promote EHS awareness and actively participate in safety committees and communication efforts
• Incident Management: Assist in the investigation of EHS incidents, help determine root causes, and track corrective actions to closure by utilizing the EHS management system
• Comply with applicable Laws and Regulations, adhere to Quality Management System processes and requirements as well as demonstrate Ethics and Integrity in all matters and at all levels throughout the organization
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Job ID 14817BR

Salary Range

$75,075 - $83,196.90 (Financial compensation packages may be higher/lower than listed, & will ultimately depend on factors including relevant experience, internal equity, skillset, knowledge, geography, education, business needs and market demand)

Requirements

• 1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Industrial Hygiene, Ergonomics, or related field of study, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2. Zero (0) to two (2) years of relevant work experience
• 3. Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• 4. Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams

Desired Qualifications

• 1. A minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of relevant professional experience in Environmental, Health and Safety
• 2. Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and production associates across various departments
• 3. Foundational understanding of state and federal EHS regulations (e.g., Cal/OSHA) and key EHS program concepts such as emergency response, incident investigation, and basic ergonomics
• 4. Analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail‑oriented approach to tasks and inspections
• 5. A proactive, self-starter mentality with the ability to adapt quickly and work effectively within a team‑based environment
• 6. Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently to successfully complete daily responsibilities and assigned projects

Physical

• 1. Extended periods of computer use
• 2. Extended periods of walking, standing, or sitting
• 3. Moderate lifting, up to 50 lbs.
• 4. May be required within the position to be in an environment that can include radiation exposure (such as in Cathlabs)

EEO

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Fair Chance Ordinance

If you are applying to perform work for Terumo Neuro in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Terumo Neuro reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. Terumo Neuro will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.