Quality & Safety Specialist

Quality & Safety SpecialistAPL Main Office - Urbana, IL 61802OverviewSalary Range $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 SalaryDescriptionAPL Engineered Materials is looking for a Quality & Safety Specialist to take ownership of our Quality and Safety programs at our Urbana facility.This is a hands-on position in a small manufacturing environment. You will work directly with employees and managers to maintain quality and safety standards, keep programs and records up to date, conduct inspections and audits, and follow up on issues and corrective actions.This position also handles applicable environmental and hazardous materials requirements and provides support to the company on quality and safety matters.What You'll DoMaintain APL's Quality and Safety programs, procedures, and recordsMaintain our ISO quality program and conduct internal auditsManage corrective actions, investigations, and follow-up activitiesConduct routine quality, safety, and housekeeping inspectionsManage calibration activities and maintain calibration recordsMonitor processes and finished products for quality requirementsProvide safety training and maintain training recordsInvestigate quality, safety, and workplace incidents and follow up on corrective actionsMaintain applicable OSHA, EPA, RCRA, DOT, and hazardous materials requirements and recordsPrepare documentation for customer, ISO, regulatory, and other audits or inspectionsTrack quality and safety information and work with employees and managers to address issues and improve processesMaintain quality and safety documentation and ensure records are complete and up to datePerform other duties related to Quality and Safety as neededWhat We're Looking ForAssociate degree in Quality, Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field requiredBachelor's degree in a related field preferredThree or more years of experience in Quality, Safety, EHS, or a related role, preferably in a manufacturing environmentExperience with ISO 9001 and internal auditing preferredWorking knowledge of OSHA requirements and workplace safety practicesKnowledge of environmental and hazardous materials requirements, including EPA, RCRA, and DOT, preferredStrong organizational skills and attention to detailGood written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work independently and manage multiple responsibilitiesGood computer skills, including Microsoft OfficePhysical RequirementsAbility to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as neededAbility to stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout the facility during inspections and other job dutiesAbility to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)About APL Engineered MaterialsAPL Engineered Materials is a small manufacturing company located in Urbana, Illinois. We manufacture specialty inorganic solid chemicals and materials used in lighting, radiation detection, energy, and other specialized applications.This is an opportunity to take ownership of an important part of our operation and work directly with people throughout the company. If you have a background in Quality, Safety, or EHS and are looking for a position where you can make a difference, we would like to hear from you.