Health & Safety Specialist

Health & Safety Specialist needed for a contract opportunity with Yoh Scientific’s client located in Los Angeles, CA.
 
This position is for a major pharmaceutical company, and the ideal candidate would be someone with a Bachelor’s degree or Post Graduate Curriculum or post graduate studies in the Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Safety Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety or related technical field.          
 
Responsibilities

• Lead in the implementation of the Corporate Safety Plan, as well as area specific safety plans, in accordance with all applicable laws and best.
• Support the development and implementation a Safety Management System based on ISO 45001 standard.
• Utilize working knowledge of federal, state, and local Health & Safety regulations as well as their application.
• Conduct audits by collecting and analyzing data from work environments and comparing results to established health and safety programs to ensure successful program implementation and legal compliance.
• With assistance from third parties, coordinate and conduct industrial hygiene sampling in work areas for potential health Sampling may include respirable air monitoring for dust, gases, vapors, and other hazardous compounds, occupational noise survey, and other sampling as needed.
• Participate in, and independently conduct health and safety assessments which include routine inspections and walkthroughs, JSAs, PPE evaluations, gap assessments, and as needed hazard / risk assessments. Draft written report and provide verbal report for assessments and evaluations.
• Assist in the issuance of hazardous work permits on site, which may include permits for hot work, confined space entry, and crane lifts.
• Conduct ergonomic evaluations when requested and advise on applicable ergonomic equipment.
• Participate in monthly safety committee meetings, review and monitor safety concerns and track action items to ensure closure in a timely manner.

 
Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related work experience, preferably in a manufacturing work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and work with moderate supervision in completing assigned tasks and projects.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

 
Physical Requirements

• Manual dexterity to perform all job functions.
• Ability to lift /move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to sit for extended periods - up to four (4) hours at a time.
• Ability to gown and work in an aseptic/clean room environment.
• Exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals and biological hazards

Opportunity is Calling, Apply Now!
Contract: 3-month contract with potential for extension and/or conversion
Pay rate: $35 per hour with OT pay
Recruiter: Ery Baniqued
 
What’s In It For You? 
We welcome you to be a part of one of the largest global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401K Retirement Saving Plan
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Direct Deposit & weekly ePayroll
• Employee Discount Programs
• Referral Bonus Programs

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Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations.  Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description.  All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.

Founded in 1940, Yoh operates from 75 locations throughout North America and is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Yoh was the nation’s first technology staffing firm. As a business unit of Day & Zimmermann, Yoh has a flourishing global footprint, as our parent company operates from more than 150 worldwide locations.
Company Website: https://www.yoh.com/