Sr. EHS Specialist

Sr. EHS Specialist - Tucker, GA

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Flexible)

Pay range: $75,000 - $85,000+ per year

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
• Healthyminds mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• Finfit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• Flexible work schedule - Hybrid (3 days on site)
• and so much more!

The Sr EHS Specialist develops and administers company-approved employee health programs as assigned by the Manager, EHS, follows-up on employee workplace injuries/exposures at the direction of management, and maintains accurate records of all associated matters. The incumbent participates in new employee orientation programs. The incumbent actively supports and complies with all company and departmental policies and procedures. The incumbent actively supports and assists as required the HealthyQuest activities for the business unit.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and updates procedures for the prevention of chemical, physical and biohazard incidents; demonstrates proper safety precautions to supervisors and employees as needed or requested.
• Performs standard EHS Specialist duties.
• Reviews/investigates, in conjunction with the EHS Manager/Specialist, all employee exposures and injuries; develops action plans for the purpose of reducing incident rates.
• Renders post-exposure treatment as outlined in the Standard Operating Policy.
• Develops and executes an on-going employee education program to heighten employee awareness, reduce fears and reduce/prevent workplace incidents.
• Administers and follows up any laboratory-initiated medical prevention programs; i.e., vaccine programs.
• Maintains a confidential health record on all Quest Diagnostics employees.
• Submits written management reports to the Manager, EHS detailing activities, as requested.
• Serves as a source of accurate information regarding biohazard exposures and general safety and encourages employees to a more "healthful" lifestyle.
• Serves as a standing member of Quest Diagnostics Safety Committee.
• Maintains adequate equipment, certification requirements and supplies
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned by competent authority.
• Serves as primary source of contact for regulatory agencies.
• Process' hazardous waste and disposal
• Conducts routine audits and inspections of laboratories, patient service centers and other locations as required.

Qualifications

Preferred Work Experience:

• 1-3 years previous experience in EHS in a Manufacturing, Production, Laboratory environment.
• Previous general supervision, training experience and personal computer skills.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.

Knowledge:

• Broad knowledge of all governmental regulations applicable to the effective performance of the duties and responsibilities outlined for this position.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to educate and communicate with all levels of employees.
• Aptitude for organizing, planning and implementing employee programs as described.
• Ability to make decisions under emergency situations.
• Ability to coordinate work with other departments for smooth and efficient operations.
• Ability to maintain accurate logs and records.
• Ability to deal with sensitive information in a strictly confidential manner.

Education

• Associate's Degree in Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) or related field (Occupational Health and Safety, Chemistry, Biology)

Licenses and Certifications

• Not Applicable

About the Team

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.