Cypress HCM · 23 hours ago
EHS Specialist
Nashville, TN
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
$42/hr - $56/hr
5+ years expCypress HCM is seeking a detail-oriented Environmental, Health and Safety Professional to support EHS initiatives that drive down safety incidents and non-compliances. The role involves designing, building, and implementing foundational EHS programs that comply with regulatory requirements and foster a culture of safety.
Human ResourcesInformation TechnologyStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Support strategies to cultivate our EHS mission, vision, and culture
Ensure facilities compliance with local, state, and national regulations
Develop safety policies/procedures and training to ensure understanding and implementation of EHS requirements by leaders and team members
Enhance processes and policies including risk management, facility safety, incident management, injury reporting, workers’ compensation administration, and more
Conduct incident investigations and lead post-accident problem solving
Develop and administer EHS training
Maintain an EHS database to utilize data/analytics to maintain accurate safety records, analyze trends, and drive decision-making
Routine documentation, record keeping, hazard assessments, and safety audits
Manage chemical safety programs (inventory management and new chemical approval)
Accurately characterize and classify waste streams per RCRA regulations
Assist teams in managing Satellite Accumulation Areas (SAA)
Draft, review, and sign Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifests. Maintain precise waste management records
Prepare and submit environmental regulatory reports
Qualification
Required
5+ years of increasing responsibilities in environmental, health and safety programs in manufacturing, or service operations
Experience designing, building and implementing foundational EHS programs that comply with regulatory requirements and foster a culture of safety
Ensure facilities compliance with local, state, and national regulations
Develop safety policies/procedures and training to ensure understanding and implementation of EHS requirements by leaders and team members
Enhance processes and policies including risk management, facility safety, incident management, injury reporting, workers' compensation administration, and more
Conduct incident investigations and lead post-accident problem solving
Develop and administer EHS training
Maintain an EHS database to utilize data/analytics to maintain accurate safety records, analyze trends, and drive decision-making
Routine documentation, record keeping, hazard assessments, and safety audits
Manage chemical safety programs (inventory management and new chemical approval)
Accurately characterize and classify waste streams per RCRA regulations
Assist teams in managing Satellite Accumulation Areas (SAA)
Draft, review, and sign Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifests. Maintain precise waste management records
Prepare and submit environmental regulatory reports
Deep understanding of EPA RCRA regulations (40 CFR) regarding waste identification, generator status, and container management
Working knowledge of DOT 49 CFR regarding the shipment of hazardous materials (labeling, placarding, and packaging)
Familiarity working in a fast-paced, quickly evolving environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills while partnering with employees ranging from associate level to Directors and VPs
Analytical and problem solving skills
Proficient with Google Suite and EHS Management software and tools
Knowledge of local, regional, and national compliance and regulatory requirements
Preferred
BS/BA in technical disciplines related to Environmental Health and Safety, preferred
Experience creating, launching, and/or maintaining best-practice EHS programs
Industry-recognized occupational health and safety certifications preferred
Company
Cypress HCM
Cypress HCM is a staffing and recruiting company providing technology and creative recruiting solutions.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Mark Lillig
CEO
Philip Oommen
CFO
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