EHS Operator

EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products.

Motive Power applications include industrial lift trucks and pallet jacks, rail equipment, mining equipment, and airline ground support equipment. Some of the motive power brands include Hawker, Ironclad, General Battery, and Fiamm. Wherever there is a need for motive power, EnerSys offers the perfect energy solution.

Job Purpose

This position exists to assist the Sr. Safety Engineer in monitoring the facility and employees to ensure safe, healthy, and regulatory compliant working conditions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Scheduling and Conducting Airborne Lead Monitoring.
• Conducting Safety Audits/Walkthroughs/Reviews.
• Preparing, Scheduling and Conducting Safety Training.
• Scheduling and Conducting Sound Level Monitoring and Noise Dosimetry.
• Discussions with Team Leaders and Employees Regarding Various Safety/Health Matters.
• Stocking, Ordering and Cleaning PPE and First Aid Equipment.
• Scheduling, Conducting and Evaluating Audiometric Tests.
• Tracking, Filing and Maintaining Databases of Safety/Health Training, Air-Lead Results, Blood-Lead Results, Noise Dosimetry Results, Audiometric Testing Results, Wipe Test Results, Fit Test Results, Prescription Safety Glasses Vouchers and Safety Shoe Vouchers.
• Scheduling and Coordination of Blood-Lead Draws, Notifications and Laboratory Evaluation of Samples.
• Scheduling and Conducting Respirator Fit Tests.
• Updating MSDS Binders and Printing/Stocking Chemical Labels.
• Incident Investigations and Corrective Action Plans.
• Scheduling, Conducting, Participating and/or Leading Employee Safety Committee and Ergonomics Committee.
• Identifying, Assigning and Cleaning Employee Lockers.
• Developing, Maintaining and Coordinating Safety Incentive Programs.
• Coordinating and Providing First Responder and First Aid Duties.
• Developing, Maintaining and Revising Safety and Health Operating Procedures and Lockout/Tagout Procedures.
• Scheduling and Conducting Wipe Tests to Evaluate Hygiene and Cleaning Methods.
• Other Duties as Assigned or Requested.

Qualifications

• A minimum of two years experience related to either manufacturing, industrial safety, or industrial hygiene. High School Diploma or GED, additionally the completion of at least 60 credit hours toward a degree in Industrial Safety or related field is desirable, but not essential. Completion of some coursework in Industrial Hygiene is preferable as well.
• Language Skills: English.
• An understanding of algebra, scientific units, measurement conversions, and general calibration techniques is required to aid in developing and carrying out monitoring strategies and tasks.
• Analytical ability to determine cause and effect relationships.
• Fundamental keyboarding skills and ability to understand various software programs such as Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, Baan and PowerPoint is required.
• Ability to obtain certification as an Occupational Hearing Conservationist from the Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC).
• Proficiency in reading, speech, and technical writing, knowledge of basic chemistry, and interpersonal skills.
• Irregular and changing working hours with little notice is required as directed to accomplish tasks on alternate shifts. Work schedule will often be assigned on the Thursday or Friday prior to the scheduled week.
• TRAVEL REQUIRED: Some overnight travel is required for training and certification purposes.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Ability to work in a lead exposed environment and be qualified to wear respiratory protection.
  • Work in a manufacturing setting with moving equipment and ability to traverse from plant to plant on at least a daily basis.
  • Visual acuity to view possible incidents or areas of hazard in order to recommend steps for correction.
  • Ability to hear alarms or alerts in first response activity.
  • Ability to sit for a period of time while preparing necessary reports and collection of data for proper analysis of work environment.

General Job Requirements

• This position requires working in a plant/warehouse environment. Therefore, expect varying working conditions.

EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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