Thermo Fisher Scientific Jobs

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Various outside weather conditions, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

Summary:

The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist II role supports a variety of environmental and health/safety activities at the Bend, Oregon site. These activities support employee safety, health, and regulatory compliance for OSHA and DEQ requirements.

Essential Functions:

Safety related duties include:

• Assists in selection and use of respiratory protection, protective clothing, hearing protection and safety glasses.

• Support or lead incident investigations.

• Support or drive risk assessments and job hazard assessments.

• EHS audit support (internal and external).

• Completion and review of EHS corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).

• Transfer of materials between facilities.

Health related duties include:

• Supports Industrial Hygiene (IH) assessments on existing products and processes and evaluates technologies to improve containment.

• Supports respiratory protection program and fit testing

Environmental related duties include:

• Hazardous waste management including coordination with waste management vendors, organization and tracking of waste manifests, transfer of satellite waste to 90-day waste locations, and general support for all teams on site.

• Forklift operation for transfer of solvent and waste containers.

• Completion of required annual reporting.

• Monitors and ensures compliance for all required site EHS permitting. Flexible to perform alternating or rotating shift work (as the need arises). Other duties as assigned.

Education:

Bachelor's degree required; BS in related field with proven experience preferred

Experience:

2+ years of previous EHS experience

2+ years of Chemical, manufacturing, or pharmaceutical work experience

Experience with RCRA and DEQ regulations preferred

Equivalency :

Equivalent combinations of education, training, and meaningful work experience may be considered.

Competencies:

Able to work in a fast-pace environment. Previous experience conducting presentations / training. High integrity for dealing with confidential information. Demonstrated professionalism. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Demonstrated commitment to our 4i values of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement. Proficiency with the English Language.

Physical Requirements:

Walk, sit, or stands for limited periods. May require occasional equipment operation including industrial hygiene sampling equipment. Required to lift up to 50 lbs. Regular need to attend to and decipher sensory input that requires diligence and attention to interpret effectively.

Disclaimer:

This job description is intended to present the general content and requirements for the performance of this job. The description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of work, responsibilities, or requirements. Managers and supervisors may assign other duties as needed.

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