EHS Specialist Position Available In Knox, Tennessee
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EHS Specialist Siemens Healthineers – 3.8
Knoxville, TN Job Details Full-time Estimated:
$106K – $144K a year 1 day ago Qualifications Microsoft Powerpoint Microsoft Word
ISO 14001 EPA
Program management Microsoft Excel EHS Microsoft Access Management OSHA Writing skills NEC Environmental Science Microsoft Office 8 years Analysis skills Bachelor’s degree CHMM Certified Safety Professional Senior level Communication skills High voltage Full Job Description Join us in pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. Our inspiring and caring environment forms a global community that celebrates diversity and individuality. We encourage you to step beyond your comfort zone, offering resources and flexibility to foster your professional and personal growth, all while valuing your unique contributions. The Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist will be responsible for the development, implementation and management of site programs and policies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, health and safety regulations. This individual will work with various cross-functional teams including Operations, Security, Facilities, Engineering, etc. to promote engagement and support of EHS targets, safety and health culture and regulatory compliance. This position supports multiple Manufacturing/R D sites and reports directly to the Director of Environmental, Health and Safety.
You are responsible for:
Managing and performing planning, inspection, reporting, and recordkeeping for all environmental, health, and safety (EHS) compliance programs. Developing and implementing EHS policies and procedures. Maintaining OSHA logs, EHS permits, licenses, and registrations. Investigating EHS-related incidents (including injuries, near misses, and releases) to determine root causes and implementing corrective actions. Managing workers’ compensation claims and the return-to-work program. Performing evaluations and risk assessments of processes to ensure EHS compliance and recommending improvements to reduce or eliminate waste, emissions, and hazards. Collaborating with cross-functional teams on new projects and process development. Conducting industrial hygiene (IH) surveys, job hazard analyses (JHA), and personal protective equipment (PPE) assessments. Performing ergonomic evaluations for office and manufacturing environments. Partnering with the facilities team to manage the Contractor Safety Program. Conducting compliance assessments, EHS inspections, and management system audits. Developing EHS training courses and delivering in-person training on specific EHS topics. Leading EHS Committees and Emergency Response Teams. Maintaining the chemical inventory and SDS database. Managing environmental compliance activities, including hazardous waste handling, SARA 312 reporting, and
SARA 313
Toxic Release Inventory reporting. Maintaining EHS Management System requirements. Providing technical guidance to management on EHS issues and regulatory compliance. Interfacing with EHS regulatory agencies. Supporting the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) in managing site Radiation Safety Programs.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental Science, or related discipline. 8-10 years experience in EHS Program Management. Working knowledge of EPA and OSHA regulations and industry EH&S standards. Strong knowledge in electrical safety and high voltage including OSHA and
NFPA 70E
compliance. Demonstrated ability to recognize, evaluate, and recommend controls for workplace hazards. Excellent interpersonal, communication and analytical skills. Strong writing capabilities, especially with writing clear, concise EHS procedures. Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access). Ability to manage multiple projects/tasks and work independently with minimal supervision. Must be able to interface with all levels of the organization. Travel up to 20% when necessary. Preferred Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification, Certified Hazardous Material Manager (CHMM) certification, or equivalent. Experience working with ISO 14001 and
ISO 45001
Management Systems. Forklift train-the trainer certification. Fall protection train-the-trainer certification Who we are: We are a team of more than 73,000 highly dedicated Healthineers in more than 70 countries. As a leader in medical technology, we constantly push the boundaries to create better outcomes and experiences for patients, no matter where they live or what health issues they are facing. Our portfolio is crucial for clinical decision-making and treatment pathways.
How we work:
When you join Siemens Healthineers, you become one in a global team of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists, who believe in each individual’s potential to contribute with diverse ideas. We are from different backgrounds, cultures, religions, political and/or sexual orientations, and work together, to fight the world’s most threatening diseases and enable access to care, united by one purpose: to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. To find out more about Siemens Healthineers businesses, please visit our company page here. Siemens Healthineers offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here.
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Siemens Healthineers is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law. EEO is the
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