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Job Description
Ready to step into a high-impact role where you can shape the future of workplace safety while earning up to $100,000 per year? This is more than compliance and reporting - you'll be a key driver of safety culture, partnering with leadership to influence operations, protect employees, and lead initiatives that make a real difference across multiple manufacturing sites. Enjoy exceptional benefits starting on day one, a four-day workweek, and the confidence that comes with joining a company that hasn't had a layoff in over a decade. If you're looking for a career move that offers stability, influence, and long-term growth, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Mersen USA is seeking an EHS Specialist in Salem, VA to join their team! Requirements Bachelor's degree in a health, safety, or environmental field of study 3+ years of experience in health and safety for manufacturing Why Mersen is the Perfect Place for an EHS Specialist in
Salem, VA:
Great pay: Earn up to $100,000/year in an exciting and dynamic role.
Incredible Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, 401k with 3% company match to start and 8% when you're fully vested, plus vacation and sick leave from day 1!
Favorable Schedule :
Monday-Thursday, 6am-4:30pm. No Layoffs in 10 years: Stability and confidence in their work have supported Mersen to maintain their workforce for over a decade. In business since 1989 : With over 35 years of experience, Mersen has the right tools for you to build a successful career!
Duties and Responsibilities:
Works with and through Mersen management structure and EHS&CSR team for all ACE USA sites (Salem, Gonzales, Louisville) to continuously improve safety systems that create a climate and culture in which safety is synonymous with operational excellence. Partners with leadership team to develop Site EHS&CSR key priorities, drivers, and activities with key performance indicators to drive Site EHS performance improvement. Manages corporate projects (CSR, Safety, Environment, Human) to ensure interaction with site management team, team leaders, and site employees to increase awareness and education levels regarding safe, social and compliant work. Leads the effective implementation and utilization of risk assessment and risk prediction processes across our sites to ensure these are effective at identifying and mitigating hazards and are effectively communicated and understood by all employees. Ensures investigation of all EHS related incidents to drive to root cause and identify actions to prevent recurrence. Provides safety coaching, mentoring, and guidance to employees and site leaders and provide active follow-up to resolve any safety concerns promptly. Develops EHS best in class programs, systems, and processes, including training and mentoring to establish clear procedures on EHS measures and precautions. Maintains Mersen's safety system, responsible for MSV audits, administrative reporting requirements, and additional EHS programs, policies, and procedures that are developed to include crisis response are maintained and current. Designs, implements, and continuously improves workplace EHS policies, programs, and procedures. Proactively seeks updates and changes to government regulations, guidance, and industry best practices that are applicable to Mersen's operations; continuously evaluates Mersen's program, policies, and procedures within the context of changes to government regulations, guidance, and industry best practices; implements complete solutions. Maintains positive and proactive relations with managers and employees, as well as our customers and regulatory agencies. About the
Company:
Mersen is a global expert in electrical specialties and advanced materials for high-tech industries. With more than 54 industrial sites and 24 R&D centers in 32 countries around the world, Mersen develops customized solutions and delivers key products to its clients in order to meet the new technological challenges shaping tomorrow's world. Learn more about the company here! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
