BD · 1 day ago
EHS Specialist
USA MD - Sparks - 26 Loveton Circle
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$78K/yr - $129K/yr
1+ years expBD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. The EHS Specialist will administer and implement Environmental, Health and Safety programs and procedures, ensuring compliance with facility and corporate EHS policies and regulations.
Health CareMedical DeviceTechnical Support
Responsibilities
Aid in the management, administration of all site health, safety and environmental programs, including but not limited to chemical hygiene, fire safety, HAZCOM, PPE, storm water, NFPA 70E, emergency evacuation, CPR/AED, and confined space for example. Coordinates with external contractors and agencies to assist with training, as needed
Partner with management to conduct investigations of accidents and work-related injuries or illnesses. Coordinate tracking of cases by maintaining OSHA 300 Logs and corporate incident reporting system and follow-up Workers’ Compensation case management activities. Review and improve the site's Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP), as needed
Responsible for reporting monthly metrics into BD database system, including but not limited to incident reporting, waste generation, energy consumption, air emissions, and water usage
Assist in the management of the site's Ergonomics Program. Act as a liaison to associates and others receiving or requesting ergonomic evaluations. Provide ergonomic evaluations with the assistance of the divisional EHS Manager. Coordinate follow-up activities, track evaluations and equipment orders
Assist in the management of the site's EHS Training Program. Provide limited training on pre-established safety curriculum. Maintain Health & Safety Training database. Generate reports and coordinate scheduling
Provide review and periodic updates of written safety and environmental programs, including SOPs and Work Instructions (WIs)
Conduct regulatory evaluations, write reports as required, and report activities to the divisional EHS manager
Oversee and coordinate scheduling and documentation of monthly testing of all eye washes and emergency showers, monthly inspection of all fire extinguishers, and safety equipment needs at the site
Responsible for maintaining site permits and regulatory obligations
Ensures compliance with all local, state, federal, and BD EHS related requirements
Keep abreast of the basic requirements for compliance in own area of work and complies with those requirements. Participate, as required, in training on regulatory issues affecting own area of work. Brings regulatory compliance questions/issues to the attention of management
Ensures EHS training through the implementation of safety awareness programs. Participates in scheduled departmental safety inspections and assists in identifying corrective actions for identified hazards
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED with 4+ years experience in EHS, required
Knowledgeable in emergency response programs, safety committees, and audit programs
Knowledgeable in EPA, OSHA, NFPA, and other safety regulations
Knowledgeable in Industrial Hygiene monitoring and understanding of reports
Knowledge of principles and methods for distribution of product
Knowledge of GMP/SOP/Work Instructions and be able to develop techniques to ensure adherence to quality standards
Ability to provide safety training to all levels of employees on a variety of safety topics
Ability to critically review, analyze, synthesize, compare, and interpret information and apply this when solving problems
Highly proficient in the use of a PC, with strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Must have superior communication, time management, and organizational skills
Ability to exercise tact, maturity and judgment when dealing with employees and visitors/vendors
Strong listening, assessment, questioning and problem-solving skills
Preferred
Bachelors Degree in related field with 1+ year experience in EHS, preferred
Professional certification (i.e. CSP, CIH, ASP, etc.), preferred
Benefits
Health & Safety Training database
Training on regulatory issues
Company
BD helps advance clinical therapy with the process for patients and health care providers with innovative technology services and solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$540MKey Investors
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Leadership Team
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Chairman, CEO and President
Richard Byrd
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