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Industrial Hygiene Specialist

University of California, Irvine

Job Number 2008-0832 - $58,262 - $80,000 Hiring Range

Responsibilities:

• We are seeking a qualified and innovative Industrial Hygiene Specialist to join a progressive campus Environmental Health and Safety Program. Under direction from the Senior Manager, Occupational Health and Safety, the Industrial Hygiene Specialist will support and implement campus wide policies and procedures to assure compliance with federal, state and local requirements for University Health and Safety Programs. This individual will collaborate with campus faculty and staff in the efficient and integrated delivery of Health and Safety services to the campus community.
• Responsibilities include implementation of the Injury and Illness Prevention Safety program for non-academic areas. This includes Safety on Site training, coaching of work unit representatives, and preparing metrics and executive reports. Conduct injury and illness investigations and reports.
• This professional will provide project management skills to lead and manage cross-functional teams focused on complex health and safety issues. For example, project manage studies that evaluate health impacts of new energy saving technologies to ensure employee safety is not compromised. Focus on balancing safety needs while evaluating "smart lab" controls in support of campus sustainability initiatives.
• Key duties include conducting exposure assessments and monitoring. This includes assisting the Chemical Hygiene Officer with animal research protocol reviews that involve hazardous chemicals, conducting chemical and noise exposure assessments and monitoring, preparing exposure assessment reports with recommended corrective actions, and hearing conservation program development. This individual will also schedule and conduct independent laboratory safety surveys and other work area inspections to identify and evaluate a wide variety of potential chemical hazards in the work place. Incumbent will also respond to campus emergencies involving potentially hazardous materials.

Qualifications:
Minimum of 4 years direct experience in the field. A Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or other health-related field. Knowledge and experience applying laboratory safety and industrial hygiene principles and standards to the university environment. Knowledge of Cal-OSHA Standards and Sustainability Initiatives. Skilled in project management and training. Ability to interact effectively with faculty and staff using effective written and oral communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting and to act as a project manager on large, complex projects. Knowledge of Power Point, Excel, and database or project management programs. Certified Industrial Hygienist desired.

Note: Background check of final candidate required.

Closing Date:
Review of resumes will begin October 15, 2008 and continue until filled. To apply: Apply online at www.hr.uci.edu or email resume and cover letter to jobs@uci.edu (Job # 2008-0832 on subject line) or mail to: University of California, Irvine, Human Resources, 111 Theory, Suite 200, Irvine, CA 92697-4600 Attn: Job #2008-0832.

Posted 10/3/08

Environmental Health and Safety Manager

A company in the Seattle area

Need an Environmental Health and Safety Manager with extensive industrial waste water experience

The company is the largest independent manufacturer of its kind in North America - and among the leaders in the World. They have approximately 4,000 employees and over one million square feet of manufacturing space across 11 facilities. This particular plant has about 415 employees. The EHS manager reports directly to the General Manager and the EHS team reports to the manager.

The position commands an extremely competitive salary, and the company offers world class benefits. Relocation assistance will be provided for the right candidate.

DUTIES:

• Has a working knowledge of health, safety and environmental laws and regulations, and remains current in these areas.
• Develops and maintains compliance with health and safety programs such as:
  -new process risk assessment and job hazards assessment
  -OSHA hazard communication (employee right-to-know)
  -physical and chemical exposure control programs (noise, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, chemical exposure monitoring)
  -personal protective equipment
  -ergonomics
  -confined space
  -respiratory protection
  -indoor air quality
  -electrical safety
  -fire protection
• Leads all emergency response activities at the site. This includes the development and maintenance of plans, and the organization of training, for chemical emergencies, medical emergencies, fire, and severe weather.
• Leads investigation of employee accidents/incidents and environmental incidents. Ensures determination of root cause and development and implementation of prevention measures.
• Manages the workers' compensation program. Manages a strong return-to-work program. Ensures accurate completion of OSHA 300 log.
• Manages occupationally related medical evaluation programs.
• Responsible for all environmental permits including air emissions, wastewater discharge, storm water, and hazardous waste.
• Coordinates the solid waste management programs including all hazardous and non-hazardous wastes and recyclables. Audits all areas of the facility to ensure compliance with these programs.
• Responsible for development and maintenance of waste minimization / pollution prevention programs.
• In an accurate and timely manner, ensures completion of environmental reports such as industrial wastewater discharge, Community Right-to-Know (Tier II and Form R reports), spill incidents, pollution prevention.
• Ensures proper operation of wastewater treatment systems.
• Evaluates new processes and projects for their health, safety and environmental impact.
• Acts as primary interface with workers compensation and fire and risk management insurance companies.
• Responsible for developing and maintaining health, safety and environmental training for site personnel as necessary.
• Acts as a representative of the company with health, safety, and environmental regulatory authorities.
• Keeps facility management informed of al health, safety, and environmental issues and significant changes in regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of a four year college degree in related field (e.g. occupational health and safety, risk management, chemical or environmental engineering, or physical sciences)
• At least four years of experience in health, safety, and environmental programs is required.
• Must have experience in negotiation with governmental agencies.
• Experience in printed circuit board industry or chemical industry is preferred.
• Primarily 1st shift, but weekend and off-shift work will be required.

For more information about Propel Search Group, please go to www.propelsearchgroup.com.

Contact Mary Fisher at mary@propelsearchgroup.com

Posted 9/10/08

Associate Safety & Environmental Engineer

NEC Electronics America, Inc., Roseville, California

A place where cutting edge technology combines with a solid intellectual force to form the global NEC network - a workplace in which you can take pride. Nowhere will you find a career opportunity in an area that has so much to offer.

Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, located in Roseville, California is one of the largest semiconductor manufacturing facilities in North America. Set on an impressive 75 acres, this facility achieves outstanding production yields and quality standards that are among the highest in the industry.

We have the following opening in our Roseville, CA Manufacturing Facility. We invite you to be part of our team!

DUTIES:

• Evaluate and assist Site safety and environmental regulatory compliance activities.
• Develop specifications to ensure compliance with new and existing safety and environmental regulatory requirements.
• Monitor hazardous materials usage, storage and disposal.
• Monitor hazardous waste storage and disposal.
• Perform industrial hygiene and environmental sampling.
• Conduct accident/illness investigations.
• Perform environmental inspections of chemical/gas storage areas, waste storage areas, waste treatment facilities, etc.
• Inspect equipment and review process specifications for compliance with applicable federal, state and local regulatory agencies.
• Devise modifications to new and existing equipment and processes to improve safety and environmental conditions.
• Monitor and assist safety and environmental consultants with compliance activities.
• Develop and conduct Safety and Environmental training.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.S. in Environmental Science, Safety Engineering, or Industrial Hygiene, or the equivalent in education and directly related experience.
• 0-2 years experience as S & E Engineer.
• Internship in Safety/Environmental Engineer function within manufacturing or Semiconductor industry preferred.
• Well-developed problem solving, communication, troubleshooting, and computer skills. Must be able to effectively work independently and as a team member.

Contact Gus Ballis at gus.ballis@am.necel.com

Posted 9/2/08

EHS Program Management Specialist - Boeing

This position is with the Enterprise EHS Assessments organization. You will participate on, and at times lead, teams that assess EHS-related risk management efforts at site operations company-wide. Team participants use industry accepted auditing techniques to perform specific in-depth evaluations of site efforts to mitigate EHS-related risk. In addition to team participant activities, team leaders are required to plan the assessment, prepare the team, conduct all necessary communication with the subject site, prepare a final assessment report, present and discuss findings with site leadership, direct site personnel to resources to assist them with the effective closure of findings, track milestones and escalate issues as needed, and ensure that a follow-up review is performed to measure the effectiveness of the corrective actions. Site assessments are scheduled over a period of a few days to up to two weeks, based on the size, complexity, and risk profile of the site. Assessments team members also participate on various project teams developed out of enterprise-wide risk and trend analyses or to address new enterprise EHS initiatives. This position is based out of the Renton, Washington. A significant amount of travel is required for assessments, typically around 50%, but sometimes up to 70% when assessments are scheduled concurrently. Candidates should have an extensive background in environmental health and safety disciplines, and exhibit a sound working knowledge of regulatory requirements that pertain to air pollution control, water pollution control, hazardous waste management, industrial hygiene, and safety. Candidates should possess good team, communication, project management, organizational, and computing skills. Additional knowledge of internationally recognized EHS management systems (e.g., ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, VPP) is desired.

Edcation and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree and typically 10 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 8 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Job related information
Travel up to 70% at times, including periodic international travel. Flexibility for some weekend or off-shift work or travel required, mainly for en-route travel or to bridge two week assessments.

Contact Steve Hulka at steven.c.hulka@boeing.com

Posted 8/25/08

CERTIFIED INDUSTRIAL HYGIENIST

A Certified Industrial Hygienist is sought to lead technical services within the TRC Building Sciences Group, located in Irvine, CA. This group provides our clients with consulting services in industrial hygiene, safety, ergonomics, indoor environmental quality, occupational health and safety training, and litigation support.

TRC Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRR) is an engineering, consulting, and construction management firm that provides integrated services to the environmental, energy, infrastructure, and real estate markets. Our multi-discipline project teams provide turnkey services to help our clients implement complex projects from initial concept to delivery and operation. A broad range of commercial, industrial, and government clients depend on us for customized and complete solutions to their toughest business challenges. For more information, visit the firm's website at www.trcsolutions.com.

Responsibilities
This position will provide leadership and technical support in the areas of:

• Direct industrial hygiene, safety, environmental and litigation support consulting activities;
• Prepare proposals and bid documents in coordination with business development staff;
• Conduct and/or oversee the completion of industrial hygiene surveys for noise, indoor air quality, mold, asbestos, lead, etc.;
• Preparation and review of site safety/work plans;
• Technical report preparation and/or review;
• Quality assurance/quality control technical review;
• Train and manage junior staff members;
• Develop business leads and new EHS consulting services.
• Position may require short-term travel throughout the United States.

Qualifications

• US Citizen or permanent work status.
• BS or MS degree in Industrial Hygiene, Public Health or related science field.
• Must be certified by the American Board of Industrial Hygiene (ABIH) as a (CIH) Certified Industrial Hygienist.
• Must be a Certified Asbestos Consultant (CAC) or have the ability to obtain CAC based on experience and similar certification in another state.
• Experiences in consulting/manufacturing/industrial fields are highly desired.
• Certification by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) is highly desired.
• Strong communication, staff management, and leadership abilities.

Please forward your resume/CV to bashley@trcsolutions.com

Posted 5/14/08

Senior Environmental Health and Safety Engineer - Industrial Hygiene Program Manager

EORM is seeking a dynamic industrial hygienist to fill a critical role at our client site Raytheon Space and Airborne Systems in Goleta, CA. This position is responsible for managing and implementing a complex industrial hygiene program in a semiconductor manufacturing facility at the site. This position will be able to self-create an industrial hygiene approach, which means the successful candidate must be a self-starter who can perform tasks and actively manage the entire industrial hygiene program. This Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) position will be responsible for creating and implementing solutions in a team environment.

Typical duties will involve the following:

• Oversee all aspects of industrial hygiene program management and implementation including exposure monitoring, hearing conservation, noise, respiratory protection, radio frequency, radiation (ionizing and nonionizing), ventilation, radioactive sources, and lasers:
• Identify hazardous workplace conditions, take appropriate industrial hygiene samples/measurements of physical and/or chemical exposures, interpret the data, and recommend controls and/or personal protective equipment.
• Interpret federal, state and local laws, regulations, and orders as they apply to industrial hygiene practices and regulatory reporting.
• Assume the role of Laser Safety Officer for the site and be the liaison between EHS and the laser customers.
• Assume the role of Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) for the site and be the liaison between EHS and the radioactive material and X-ray customers.
• Assume the role of Electromagnetic Energy Environment Criteria (EEEC) Manager for the site and be the liaison between EHS and the RF customers.
• Advance environmental, health and safety performance improvement in support of company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement environmental, health and safety management systems to integrate EHS into the business operations.
• Recommend and develop appropriate strategies to address company safety, health and environmental policies/standards and regulatory requirements.
• Investigate and resolve issues, questions, or concerns received from within the company, among outside customers, regulatory agencies, etc.
• Assume responsibility for developing/maintaining/advancing specific EHS program areas and supporting EHS needs for assigned buildings/organizations.
• Support the development of injury/incident investigations.
• Conduct office and industrial ergonomics evaluations.
• Support emergency response activities as required.
• Develop and implement programs designed to increase employee awareness and knowledge of compliance policies.
• Job may require entry into potentially hazardous environments for evaluation purposes.

Required Skills:

• At least 5 years experience supporting and managing industrial hygiene programs in the semiconductor, aerospace, or other complex industrial setting.
• Extensive knowledge and the application of Cal/OSHA regulations and ANSI Standards.
• Extensive knowledge and the application of the principles of industrial hygiene.
• Ability to diagnose problems, accurately develop appropriate alternatives, and implement practical and effective solutions in a timely manner.
• Ability to provide clear, concise, and effective verbal communications.
• Well-developed written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, delegate, and follow-up on work flow to meet departmental goals and objectives.
• Experience giving presentations.
• Proven ability to use email, and Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Project.
• Must be a United States citizen.

Desired Skills:

• CIH and/or CSP are preferred, but not required.

Required Education (including Major):

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, industrial/safety engineering, or related field, and a minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental health and safety with increasing experience managing health and safety programs.

To apply, see the EORM job announcement.

Posted 4/24/08

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