EHS Specialist II

Job Description

Job Description

EHS Specialist II

SIG SAUER, Inc .  is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training.  For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision.  Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens.  Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy.  Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER employs people across various U.S. locations, and global facilities across multiple regions.  SIG SAUER is certified a  Great Place to Work™. For more information about the company and product line visit:  .

Position Summary: The EHS Specialist II performs a variety of functions to assist in maintaining and preserving the health and safety of employees as well as the environment. This individual will be responsible for assisting in the development and maintenance of existing systems related to plant safety, environmental control processes, regulatory compliance, and training. This individual must have customer-focused work ethic and is able to interact with employees at all levels of the organization.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assess annual industrial hygiene monitoring, notify employees and track annual testing requirements including audiograms and blood lead testing. Monitor workplace activities to ensure workers comply with SIG SAUER’s company policies and government regulations.
• Coordinate and oversee the shipment of hazardous waste.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal EHS regulations including but not limited to OSHA, NHDES, EPA, Health and Human Services, NRC, DOT, and DOL. Ensure compliance with hazard communications by updating SDS, ensure compliance with DOD 4145.26-M.
• Facilitate meetings with Defense Contractor Management Agency representatives.
• Maintain and lead all OSHA regulations.
• Lead and facilitate EHS departmental inspections and determine root cause. Complete fire extinguisher and eyewash inspections, and SPCC/SWPP inspections.
• Ability to navigate and administer Workers’ Compensation. Act as Workers' Compensation administrator for specified location and conduct accident investigations.
• Facilitate multi-departmental EHS meetings to develop proactive EHS culture.
• Navigate and enter EHS events in safety software.
• Assist with environmental concerns.
• May hold position as Radiation Safety Officer.
• Submit work orders and purchasing requisitions.
• Provide safety training as required including hazard communications, new employee safety orientation, lead awareness, hearing conservation, radiation safety, laser safety, hazardous waste, fire extinguisher, CPR and first aid, and bloodborne pathogens.
• Educate, train, and coach EHS Specialist level Is.
• Must be able to act as emergency coordinator, responding to all events within 1 hour of notification.
• Coach SIG team members.
• Communicate effectively to supervision regarding problems and corrective action. Demonstrate creative problem-solving skills.
• Engage in Continuous Improvement projects/tasks.
• Participate in 5S workplace organizational activities and maintain the area in good working order through sustainment activities.
• Must follow all required Safety and ISO procedures.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education/Experience & Skills:

• Bachelors degree in EHS or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Typically requires 2-5 years of experience.
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Occupational Hygiene, or Safety Technician (OHST) preferred.
• Proficiency with all Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel. Ability to learn applicable software such as EHS, Purchasing, Document Control software, etc.
• Must be results-driven with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to others, both verbally and in written form.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Must have creative problem-solving skills.

Working Conditions:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer using a keyboard and mouse performing repetitive tasks.
• Ability to open file cabinets, reach with hands and arms, bend, and twist, lift and move files.
• The duties of this job normally require exposure to a typical manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Must comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements and adhere to SIG SAUER Inc. Security Mandates.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which is required in designated areas or in job hazard analysis.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.