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The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, pull, push climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee will regularly be exposed to areas in which moving mechanical parts, fumes, and hazardous chemicals are present. Employee may regularly be required to lift up to 50lbs. The employee is regularly required to maneuver containers ranging in size up to 55-gallon drums. The noise level for this position will vary and the employee may be exposed to loud noise levels. Knowledge and Skills:
Additional Voluntary Benefits
The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Assistant is responsible for assisting with the implementation and administration of the environmental, Health and Safety programs. This position will assist multi company sites.
Duties and Responsibilities: - Visits company sites to support operations with waste management activities and other general Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) duties
- Routinely handles and prepares waste materials for shipment, as needed, by all sites, including the weighing of waste drums, preparing waste inventories for waste shipments and the signing of waste manifests and other waste disposal documentation
- Maintains all waste disposal documentation such as Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Controlled Substance waste documentation and waste manifests at all locations
- Orders and maintains sufficient waste related supplies such as waste containers, labels, etc., Conducts waste storage and container inspections for container conditions and proper labeling, etc. at both locations
- Provides EHS coaching and support to all team members
- Assists with inspections, assessments, surveys, and program evaluations to identify potential hazards or unsafe conditions, and ensure compliance with all applicable safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations and Empower Pharmacy policies
- Assists with administration, documentation and filing of OSHA Recordkeeping, 29CFR1904, Accident Reports
- Provides technical support and problem solving in troubleshooting EHS issues
- Assists with respiratory fit testing
- Assists in the investigations of safety incidents, employee injuries, near misses and/or situations where safety procedures were possibly not followed; and completes the appropriate documentation
- Assists with the follow up after an accident, incident or near miss situation to ensure the appropriate corrective actions have been implemented to prevent recurrence of a similar situation
- Performs administrative duties related to EHS recordkeeping and other related activities
- Provides support and assistance in the preparation, compilation, and distribution of EHS procedural documents and related reports as needed
- Assists with additional administrative functions, such as scheduling and/or facilitating meetings with various individuals, departments and/or third parties
- Assists with coordination of employee work related injury care with company medical providers
- Communicates with managers, supervisors, and Human Resources regarding incidents and/or injured employees work status
- Follows up regularly with employees who are on restricted duty, and ensures restrictions are being followed
- Ensures incident reporting documentation is completed/documented and disseminated to the appropriate persons
- Performs other duties as assigned.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, pull, push climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee will regularly be exposed to areas in which moving mechanical parts, fumes, and hazardous chemicals are present. Employee may regularly be required to lift up to 50lbs. The employee is regularly required to maneuver containers ranging in size up to 55-gallon drums. The noise level for this position will vary and the employee may be exposed to loud noise levels.
- Ability to meet all requirements for respiratory fit tests
- Intermediate to Advanced Computer skills. Multimedia skills, able to create documents, posting, flyers using Publisher or similar software
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher and Outlook) and Microsoft Power BI
- Ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Valid driver license
- Customer Focus: Ability to build strong customer relationships and deliver customer centric solutions
- Optimizes Work Processes: Know the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement
- Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
- Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently
- Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quality, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems
- Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments and objectives
- Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations
- Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
- High school diploma required, some college preferred
- 2-3 years of experience in Occupational Safety and Health
- 1-2 years of experience in waste management
- 1-2 years of experience in conducting EHS training
- Familiar with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Emergency Action Plan (EPA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations (29CFR 1910-General Industry, 40CFR-Protection of Environment & 49CFR-Transportation
- Experience with incident management and Workers’ Compensation Claims handling to include working with medical providers and insurance providers in conjunction with the HR Department required
- CPR certification preferred
- First Aid certification preferred
- Automated external defibrillator (AED) Certification preferred
- OSHA 10 & 30 Hour certification preferred
- No-Cost Medication: Get your prescribed compounded medications at no cost, ensuring your health without the financial burden
- Onsite Health & Wellness – IV Therapy Drips: Rejuvenate with complimentary onsite IV Therapy drips, enhancing your well-being and energy levels
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Options: Choose from three medical plans tailored to your needs, plus options for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
- Telehealth visits: Access board-certified Doctors anytime, anywhere for you and your family
- Paid & Volunteer Time Off: Enjoy paid time off for personal pursuits and contribute to causes you care about with volunteer time off
- Paid Holidays (8 scheduled; 2 floating): Celebrate with eight scheduled holidays and two floating holidays, giving you flexibility and time for personal traditions
- Life & AD&D Coverage: Secure your and your family's financial future with life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
- FSA (Flexible Spending Account): Manage healthcare expenses smartly with pre-tax dollars in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 401K Dollar-for-Dollar Up to 3%: Invest in your future with our 401K plan, featuring a dollar-for-dollar match up to 3%
- Company Paid Long-Term Disability: Provided at no cost, which replaces 60% of your income if you become disabled for a long period of time
- Flexible Schedules: Balance work and life seamlessly with our flexible scheduling options
- Rewards & Recognition Program: Your hard work doesn't go unnoticed – enjoy rewards and recognition beyond your paycheck
Additional Voluntary Benefits
- Accident Insurance: Pays a lump sum benefit to help cover expenses following an accidental injury
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance: Enhance your peace of mind with supplemental hospital insurance for unexpected stays
- Critical Illness: Protect your finances from the expenses of a serious health issue
- Short-Term Disability: Protect your income during illness or injury with short-term disability coverage
- Supplemental Life & AD&D: Add an extra layer of financial protection for you and your loved ones with supplemental life and AD&D coverage
- Legal Services: Access professional legal assistance to address concerns confidently
- Identity Theft Protection: Safeguard your identity and finances with our identity theft protection benefit
- Pet Insurance: Care for your furry family members with our pet insurance coverage
- Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling and support services for a holistic approach to your well-being
