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Job Description

Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Associate Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with hazardous waste management regulations, conducting safety training, and maintaining a safe working environment. This position involves working closely with vendors, managing regulatory requirements, and performing various tasks to support our safety initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

  * Hazardous Waste Management: Understand and implement hazardous waste requirements, including the separation of flammables from corrosives.

  * Training: Conduct training sessions on the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for managing hazardous waste.

  * Vendor Coordination: Collaborate with vendors to ensure the proper shipment and disposal of hazardous waste.

  * Safety Training: Provide basic safety training for new hires and visitors, covering essential safety protocols.

  * Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including obtaining necessary permits and providing personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety shoes and glasses.

  * Accident Investigation: Conduct thorough accident investigations to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.

  * Task Management: Perform various tasks as assigned, including laminating documents and applying labels to garbage cans.

  * Union Environment: Navigate and work effectively within a highly unionized environment.

Qualifications:

  * Strong understanding of hazardous waste management and regulatory requirements.

  * Experience in conducting safety training and managing safety programs.

  * Ability to work collaboratively with vendors and internal teams.

  * Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

  * Ability to perform repetitive tasks with a positive attitude.

  * Experience in accident investigation and root cause analysis.

  * Familiarity with working in a unionized environment is a plus.

Skills:

  * Knowledge of DOT and RCRA regulations.

  * Proficiency in safety training and compliance.

  * Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

  * Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

  * Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Work Environment:

  * This position operates in a highly unionized environment.

The role may involve performing repetitive and sometimes monotonous tasks.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com .

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Skills and Requirements

Environmental or Engineering Degree/Industrial Hygiene or 6+ years of relevant experience

2+ years of relevant experience with a degree

DOT and Resource Recovery Act - REQUA

Hazardous waste management certification - CPR/First Aid/AED Recovery Certification

• Someone who has worked in a unionized environment null

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.