HSE Specialist

ABB Inc; Hackettstown (NJ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Employee discounts

Job summary

ABB is seeking an HSE Manager to enhance Health, Safety, and Environmental performance across the facility in Hackettstown, NJ. You will lead risk-based initiatives, perform ABRA and MOC activities, and drive continuous improvement of the ABB Way HSE system.

The role requires at least 2 years in EHS environments, a relevant degree, and certifications such as OSHA 30, CSP, or CHMM are preferred. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, EHS, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field (equivalent experience considered).
• At least 2 years of experience in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• OSHA 30-Hour, ASP, CSP, CHMM, or equivalent certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote a proactive Health, Safety, and Environmental culture throughout the facility.
• Lead or support ABRA, risk assessments, MOC processes, and safe work procedure development.
• Drive risk reduction initiatives using the hierarchy of controls and other risk management methodologies.
• Support Industrial Hygiene programs including noise monitoring, air sampling, ergonomic evaluations, and exposure assessments.
• Support environmental compliance programs related to waste management, stormwater, air emissions, chemical management, and sustainability initiatives.
• Deliver and facilitate HSE training, presentations, meetings, and employee engagement activities.
• Participate in incident investigations, identify root causes, prepare reports, and verify corrective actions.
• Support ABB's HSE management system deployment and audits; maintain documentation.
• Provide HSE support for Warehouse and R&D operations.

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, EHS, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to

HSE Manager

Job Summary

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute to improving Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) performance in your assigned area of responsibility to cultivate a high-performance culture with a strong focus on HSE. Each day, you will support the business by applying in-depth HSE knowledge and offering solutions and advice. You will also showcase your expertise by ensuring effective risk management through HSE excellence along the ABB value chain.

• Promote a proactive Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) culture throughout the facility.
• Lead or support Activity Based Risk Assessments (ABRA), risk assessments, Management of Change (MOC) processes, and safe work procedure development.
• Drive risk reduction initiatives using the hierarchy of controls and other recognized risk management methodologies.
• Support Industrial Hygiene programs, including noise monitoring, air sampling, ergonomic evaluations, and exposure assessments.
• Support environmental compliance programs related to waste management, stormwater, air emissions, chemical management, and sustainability initiatives.
• Deliver and facilitate HSE training, presentations, meetings, and employee engagement activities.
• Participate in incident and accident investigations, identify root causes, prepare reports, and verify implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Support the deployment, implementation, and continuous improvement of ABB's Health, Safety, and Environmental Management System (ABB Way), including communication of lessons learned and best practices.
• Prepare for and participate in internal and external audits and maintain management system documentation.
• Provide HSE support for Warehouse and R&D operations.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered
• At least 2 years of experience in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS), occupational safety, manufacturing, or industrial environments.
• Experience implementing OSHA compliance programs and managing workplace safety initiatives.
• Experience conducting employee training, incident investigations, and corrective action follow-up.
• Professional certifications such as OSHA 30-Hour, ASP, CSP, CHMM, or equivalent are preferred.

What's in it for you

We give you the space to lead, the support to grow, and the chance to make a difference. Whether you're solving problems, building something new, or helping others succeed, your impact is real. You'll be part of a team that values your voice and celebrates your progress.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiliation for protective Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiliation Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [e-mail]. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

While base salary is determined by things such as the successful applicant's qualifications and experience, this position is expected to pay between $63,100 and $90,200 annually.

ABB Benefit Summary for eligible US employees

[excludes ABB E-mobility, Athens union, Puerto Rico]

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Health, Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
• Vision benefit
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
• Voluntary life and AD&D - 100% employee paid up to maximums
• Short Term Disability - up to 26 weeks - Company paid
• Long Term Disability - 60% of pay - Company paid. Ability to "buy-up" to 66 2/3% of pay.
• Supplemental benefits - 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

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