EHS Specialist

• Generally, 2-4 years of experience in a related field. MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
• Certification is required in some areas. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Preferred qualifications) • 2-5 years’ experience in the EHS or related field.

• Assists with the strategic development of trend analyses and metrics reports for the facility to decrease injury rates and improve compliance.
• Assists with the analyses, development and implementation of processes that improve the effectiveness of the EHS programs.
• Provides Environmental-related training to location managers and associates as needed.
• Conduct root cause investigations of all Environmental events and near misses.
• Conduct safety inspections and/or audits of all Environmental permitted operations.
• Meeting with management team to define EHS goals and objectives.
• Coordinates training and/or training materials to all plant employees and/or departments that contribute to Environmentally permitted operations and tracks training compliance.
• Providing solutions and intervention strategies for industrial hygiene, health and safety hazards.
• Developing, implementing, and managing EHS programs.
• Ensuring EHS programs are effective and compliant with all governing regulations.
• Conducting health and safety audits and inspections.
• Management of facility Safety Data Sheets (SDS) program.
• Leading Environmental event investigation team, utilizing Root Cause Analysis (5 Why’s) to identify causes and corrective actions to prevent similar occurrences.
• Monitoring and evaluation of operational processes and employee engagement.
• Update and complete Environmental-related tracking and reporting to County, State and Federal regulatory bodies.
• Perform EHS Orientations for new hires.
• Meeting with management team to define EHS goals and objectives
• Perform/Coordinate Environmental-related training for employees to meet annual and intermittent requirements, including Hazardous /Non-Hazardous material handling and disposal, Waste-water Pretreatment permitting, Stormwater permitting, Air Emissions permitting, Chemical/Materials associated with Teir II and Form R requirements and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) management

Working at LIGHTERA means having the opportunity to realize ideas, experience innovation, and discover new solutions for the future. In addition to our dynamic work environment, we offer competitive salaries and generous benefits programs, including medical, dental, tuition reimbursement, and a matching 401(k) plan. 

Employees are expected to serve as role models for safe work practices and behaviors. This includes following established health and safety policies and procedures, maintaining a clean, organized work area, wearing, and properly storing all personal protective equipment (PPE), and actively engaging as a safety conscious worker with personal safety and wellness as a priority. 

If you'd like to be part of an energetic, world leader in optic fiber solutions, please apply through our Career portal at https://lightera.com/about-us/. 

Visa sponsorship not available. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future. The company does not provide visa sponsorship or any immigration support (including STEM OPT training plan) for this position  

Note: Only those candidates selected for the interview process will be contacted.