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ABOUT US
The Farmington Hills, MI site was established in 2005. Our 50,000 square foot facility employs approximately 150 team members. Our site focuses primarily on plasma spray coating (HA, TPS) in the spine and large joint for orthopedic implants that enable a longer, active life. A career with Orchid provides growth opportunities, a great benefits package including performance bonuses, medical benefits, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off. For more information, please visit www.orchid-ortho.com.
SHIFT
No Shift ($0) (United States of America)
A BRIEF OVERVIEW
The Environmental Health and Safety Specialist assists with safety and environmental activities as they relate to compliance with Federal and State regulations and company policies. The EHS Specialist is responsible and accountable to the Director of Global EHS and Regulatory Compliance. They are accountable for both the Chelsea, MI and Detroit, MI locations.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Assist with conducting safety training with employees on a variety of health and safety topics, and tracks training needs
- Conduct periodic safety and environmental inspections of all workplace facilities, documents findings, and initiates corrective actions
- Participate on the Safety Committee and facilitates safety meetings, as necessary, including the championing of safety action items
- Assist with review and assessment of the company’s safety and environmental programs
- Assist in the development of training records and documenting training needs and training deficiencies related to Environmental, Health and Safety.
- Develop and disseminates manuals and documentation around health and safety.
- Collect, deliver, prepare, and transfer many types of chemicals and other sensitive/hazardous materials.
- Monitor EH&S supplies and maintains adequate levels of required supplies
- Assist in recycle program
- Cultivate a Safety-Focused Culture:
- Coordinate and cultivate an exceptional safety-focused culture with support from the site leadership team.
- Champion continuous improvement of EH&S programs, procedures, and tools to ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Ensure effective and sustainable EH&S systems, programs, and processes are in place.
- Risk Assessments and Safety Assessments:
- Conduct ergonomic risk assessments and make appropriate recommendations.
- Ensure hazard assessments are completed for all new equipment or processes.
- Auditing and Training:
- Develop and coordinate internal auditing processes to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Develop and conduct EH&S training programs for all employees as required by state and federal guidelines.
- Serve as a lead interface with OSHA, EPA, or any other local, state, or federal agency.
- First Responder Management and Hazardous Waste:
- Manage the First Responder program and annual training requirements.
- Manage SDS requirements and updates.
- Manage the hazardous waste management program.
- Safety Committee Coordination and Injury Investigations:
- Coordinate safety committee activities.
- Lead injury investigation and follow-up activities.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Or Equivalent (Required)
- Bachelor (Preferred)
EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
- 1+ Years of experience supporting/implementing EH&S in a manufacturing environment (Preferred)
- 1+ Years of Experience Leading EH&S Programs (Preferred)
- 5+ Years of experience in a safety-focused manufacturing environment (Preferred)
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- 50% Between supported sites
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) - Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) (Preferred)
- First Aid/CPR/AED for Schools and the Community - American Red Cross (Preferred)
- Certified Hazard Control Manager (CHCM) - Board of Hazard Control Management (HCM) (Preferred)
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS THAT ENABLE SUCCESS
- Environmental Health & Safety - Extensive Experience
- Influence - Working Experience
- Communication - Working Experience
- Manufacturing Safety - Extensive Experience
- Flexibility & Adaptability - Working Experience
- Time management - Working Experience
- Active Learning - Extensive Experience
- Problem Solving - Working Experience
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Frequently
- Must be able to move about the inside of the building - Frequently
- Must be able to move equipment around the building - Occasionally
- Must be able to ascend/descend stairs or ladders - Rarely
- Must be able to position oneself and move under/around/over equipment - Rarely
- Must be able to handle/adjust/inspect/position various items and equipment - Rarely
- Must be able to communicate and exchange information with others - Constantly
- Must be able to perform tasks that require repetitive handling/adjusting/inspecting/positioning of items and equipment - Rarely
- Must be able to distinguish and detect information such as writing and defects - Constantly
WHAT WE OFFER
Opportunity to work in a growing company
Ability to help people live a longer, more active life
Comprehensive benefit package
Ability to work in an organization that values:
Integrity First: We do the right thing
Teamwork: We are one Orchid
Results: Our results matter
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Candidates offered employment may be required to submit to a pre-employment background check and pre-employment drug-screening based on position requirements
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time
Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States through eVerify
At Orchid, we fully support a diverse and inclusive workplace and we are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, hair type, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.
Orchid Orthopedic Solutions only pays fees for solicited presentations of job seekers submitted through our preferred vendor job board by recruiters, employment agencies, or other parties.
