Environmental Health & Safety Technician at Rocket Lab USA Long Beach, CA

Comunidade Metodista; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

HSA plan

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA in Long Beach, CA is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Technician II/Senior to safeguard compliance across federal, state, and local regulations at HQ and Engine Development Center. The role covers OSHA programs, hazardous waste management, permits, incident investigations, and risk assessments, with opportunities to advance to Senior EH&S Technician.

Base Pay Range CA applies: $26-$40 per hour, plus comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, an HSA, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an environmental, health and safety role in heavily regulated manufacturing facilities (aerospace, automotive, medical devices, oil & gas).
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience handling and managing operations of hazardous materials and waste.

Responsibilities

• Handle EH&S operations at Rocket Lab HQ and Engine Development Center as primary responsibility.
• Inspect work areas and document activities in compliance with laws and internal practices.
• Assist in implementing and enforcing EH&S policies and responding to employee concerns.
• Assist with incident investigations and risk assessments for hazards.
• Evaluate equipment, tasks and processes to identify EH&S issues and improvements.

Skills

EH&S experience

Hazardous materials handling

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Environmental Health & Safety Technician job at Rocket Lab USA. Long Beach, CA.

About The Role

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.

Our Electron rockethas become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

FACILITIES

Rocket Lab’s Facilities team is responsible for maintenance, operations, and improvements projects across our locations, making sure that the facilities our teams use every day are well looked after and operating as they should.

EH&S TECHNICIAN II/SENIOR

Based onsite at Rocket Lab Headquarters and Engine Development Center in Long Beach California, the Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Technician is responsible for the company’s overall compliance with federal, state and local health, safety and environmental regulations. This includes the management of OSHA health and safety programs, policies, forms and training, and compliance with EPA hazardous waste management and permit reporting requirements.

(Please note: this position can be hired at the EH&S Technician II or Senior EH&S Technician level)

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

• Handle Rocket Lab headquarters and the Engine Development Center environmental health and safety operations as primary responsibility
• Inspect work areas and document all responsible activities as required by Local, State and Federal law and internal company practices.
• Assist in the implementation and enforcement of the company’s environmental, health and safety policies.
• Assist EHS team by responding to and assessing employee concerns.
• Support in identifying hazards for high-risk activities, assessing the risks, and completing risk assessment reports.
• Support in evaluating new and existing jobs, processes, products, or other systems to determine the existence, severity, probability and outcome of hazards.
• Assist with Incident Investigations.
• Assist in the evaluation of equipment, tasks, processes, workstations, office and manufacturing environment to identify EH&S or ergonomic issues.
• Complete necessary tasks to attain certifications necessary to complete job requirements:
  • FIT test, training & safety certifications, PPE certifications, etc.
• Responsible for hazardous material and waste spill response, containment and disposal.

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS AN EH&S TECHNICIAN II:

• 5+ years of experience in an environmental, health and safety role in any of the following industries: aerospace, automotive, medical device, oil & gas, or a heavily regulated manufacturing facility.
• High school diploma or GED
• Experience handling and managing operations of hazardous materials and waste in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A SENIOR EH&S TECHNICIAN:

• 8+ years of experience in an environmental, health and safety role in any of the following industries: aerospace, automotive, medical device, oil & gas, or a heavily regulated manufacturing facility.
• High school diploma or GED
• Experience handling and managing operations of hazardous materials and waste in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Associates degree or certification within applicable field
• Detail-oriented, follows projects to completion, documents and files OSHA records
• Experience with chemical lab packing
• Ability to research EHS laws and regulations
• Knowledge of chemicals, acids, bases, solvents and toxics and important properties
• Ability to quickly assist with unique and challenging EHS precautions for new or existing processes
• Ability to train or schedule and coordinate training for diverse teams regarding EHS
• Ability to conduct audits, inspections, investigations and coordinate resolutions
• Manages hazard identification and ensures completion of corrective actions
• Responds to emergency incidents as part of a team and assists with incident investigation
• Trains or assists with training, monthly meetings and quarterly drills
• Acts as a safety ambassador with the employees
• Experience with cleanroom regulations
• Capable of solving complex problems with little to no supervision in a timely manner.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to remain focused while working in hazardous environments, while wearing appropriate PPE
• Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position

• Able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted

• Must be able to climb ladders and be comfortable working in tight spaces.

• Must be able to move repetitively, bend or twist, and use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls.

• Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods – 8 hours min

• Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces

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Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab. Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Other perks include: Discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts.

Eligibility for benefits may vary based on employment status, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role. Benefit programs are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Base Pay Range (CA Only)

$26-$40 USD

WHAT TO EXPECT

We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.

Important information:

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at [e-mail] dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:

For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click hereITAR Regulations.