EHS Specialist
EHS Specialist
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07-12-2024
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Overview
TekWissen Group is a workforce management provider throughout the USA and many other countries worldwide. The job opportunity below is for one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services. Our client is dedicated to supplying laboratory equipment chemicals supplies and services essential in healthcare scientific research safety and education. As the global leader in serving the field of science our client boasts an annual revenue of around $40 billion with a mission to empower customers to make the world healthier cleaner and safer. Our clients global team is committed to delivering an unparalleled blend of cuttingedge technologies convenient procurement options and pharmaceutical services under their industryleading brands.
Position: EHS Specialist
Location: Grand Island NY 14072
Duration: 6 Months
Job Type: Contract
Work Type: Onsite
Shift: Monday to Friday from 07:00 AM to 04:00 PM (or) 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Job Summary:
- The Dangerous Goods Specialist will be responsible for ensuring the safe and compliant transportation storage and handling of hazardous materials for global products.
- This role involves regulatory compliance risk assessment training and continuous improvement in the management of dangerous goods across various regions.
Key Responsibilities:
Regulatory Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with all applicable local federal and international regulations related to the transportation and storage of dangerous goods (e.g. DOT IATA 49 CFR ADR IMDG and TDG OSHA).
- Monitor changes in regulations and update company policies and procedures accordingly.
- Prepare and submit necessary documentation and reports to regulatory bodies.
- Provide recommendations to product managers on opportunities for declassification of dangerous goods.
Risk Management:
- Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for the transportation and storage of hazardous materials.
- Implement safety protocols and procedures to minimize risks associated with dangerous goods.
- Collaborate with distribution sites and work on the risk assessment for shipping dangerous goods.
Training and Development:
- Develop and deliver training programs for employees handling dangerous goods.
- Ensure staff are knowledgeable about the latest regulations and safety practices.
- Responsible for training maintenance and record keeping.
Operational Support:
- Provide guidance and support to operations teams on the classification packaging labeling and transportation of dangerous goods.
- Collaborate with logistics partners and vendors to ensure safe and compliant transportation.
Continuous Improvement:
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices in the management of dangerous goods.
- Conduct audits and inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
Incident Management:
- Investigate incidents involving dangerous goods and develop corrective and preventive action plans.
- Maintain records of incidents and corrective actions taken.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Minimum of 35 years of experience in dangerous goods management or a related field.
- Bachelors degree in Environmental Science Chemistry Logistics or a related field.
- Should be either CDGP IATA IMDG or DOT certified professional
- Certification in dangerous goods handling and transportation (e.g. IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) certification DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation certification).
- OSHA certification (e.g. OSHA 30hour General Industry certification) is preferred.
- Relevant industry certifications (e.g. Certified Dangerous Goods Professional (CDGP) Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)) are advantageous.
- Experience in a global or multiregional role is highly preferred.
- Indepth knowledge of dangerous goods regulations (DOT IATA IMDG OSHA etc.).
- Experience with risk assessment and hazard classification.
- Proficiency in preparing and reviewing regulatory documentation.
- Strong analytical and problemsolving skills.
- Ability to conduct detailed risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to deliver training programs and communicate complex regulatory information clearly.
- High level of attention to detail to ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards.
- Thoroughness in preparing documentation and conducting inspections.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
Working Conditions:
- Ability to work in a fastpaced environment and adapt to changing regulations and requirements.
- May require occasional travel to company sites regulatory agencies or industry conferences.
Employment Type
Full Time
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