(Proficient)HAZARDOUS MATERIALS & SAFETY SPECIALIST

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:Inspects facilities for compliance with environmental health and safety regulations; advises users of proper handling and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous materials (i.e. paint booth audits)Assists in defining the scope of work for chemically contaminated property, including sampling, testing, removal, decontamination, and disposalCoordinates special waste disposal projects, including the handling of hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals and mixed wastesAdvises management on potential hazardous materials and makes recommendations as requiredMaintains records such as hazardous and non-hazardous waste manifests, bill of lading for recycling, and associated documentsResponds to hazardous materials spills such as oil, acid, and paint; implements clean-up planWill assist with Environmental compliance as well as SafetyEDUCATION, SKILLS, & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:High School Diploma and minimum one (1) year of related safety experience required. Associate/Technical degree in related fields a plusMust have knowledge of general industry standards, e.g., Hazard Communication Program, MSDS/SDS, Exposure Control Program (Bloodborne Pathogens, TB), Hazard Assessment and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Respiratory Protection, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Fire Safety, Emergency Action Plan, and Confined Space Emergency Action PlanFirst Aid, CPR, & AED Certified a plusExperience in Hazardous Materials a plusMust have experience with Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) & pass the Blue Bird PIT CertificationProficiency with computers and Microsoft products, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and OutlookStrong leadership, interpersonal, problem-solving and communication skillsSelf-starter and takes initiativeMust be able to achieve an OSHA 30 within 6 months of employmentWORKING CONDITIONS:Work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, cold, noise, and fumesFast-paced environment with moving objects, sharp edges, and congested working areasWill be pushing, pulling, kneeling, reaching overhead, grasping, and lifting up to 50 poundsThis position will work overtime the EHS Department does not follow the same schedule as the normal plant.PERFORMANCE CRITERIA:Must meet established quality, safety, and environmental standardsMaintain positive and even-tempered attitudeWear required personal protective equipment (PPE)Must meet established attendance policy and work overtime when requiredMust perform other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor