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Multi-Site position - Fort Wayne/Indianapolis

Position Scope/Summary:

The Environmental Health and Safety Engineer (EHS) is responsible for assisting the Manager, Operations in assuring facility-wide environmental health and safety compliance with government regulations and company-mandated practices and procedures, fire protection and facility inspections.  In assisting the EHS Manager, it will be the responsibility of the EHS Coordinator to ensure that all EHS matters are appropriately managed at all times.  The EHS Engineer will assist in the development of a high degree of ownership and workforce engagement for all EHS matters within the facility.  This will be measured through a number of indicators including but not limited to TRIR, participation levels in EHS activities, job hazards assessments, internal EHS audits, Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis, inspections and the collection, recording and recordkeeping of EHS data.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

1. Adhere to company Core Beliefs and all safety and quality requirements, including, but not limited to: company Quality Management System (QMS); Environmental, Health & Safety; company policies, procedures, and work instructions; and other relevant regulatory requirements.
2. Assist Operations Manager in the site EHS&S program development.
3. Assist with New Employee Orientation onboarding activities such as creating and presenting overview presentations.
4. Assist the Operations Manager in the coordination of all plant EHS activities and programs (Incident Analysis and Investigation, Update and maintain as necessary all EHS procedures, Equipment Training and Certification, Maintaining programs for Plant and Personnel Safety).
5. Initiate and coordinate appropriate actions to identify risks, develop a discipline to manage risks and correct unsafe conditions throughout the facility using Incident Reporting Database.  Assist in the identification of new equipment and manufacturing technologies to improve manufacturing safety and overall facility safety.
6. Assist in the facilitation of site EHS functions, including routine meetings, awareness campaigns, and the performance of EHS facility assessments, reporting on the results of same to the Operations Manager.  Carry out training as necessary on various EHS-related topics.
7. Assist the facility in maintaining compliance with OSHA, USEPA, PADEP and other government regulatory agencies.  Responsible for collecting and collating data for the creation and submittal of related reports/permits such as but not limited to: Title V; NPDES; NESHAP; RCRA; Tier II: AIMS; TRI; Form 26R; Quarterly Hazardous Waste Manifest and Monthly Wastewater Report.
8. Assist in ensuring compliance with local wastewater treatment agency and disposition of hazardous waste material.
9. Monitor the effectiveness of implemented EHS initiatives and report on same to the Operations Manager.
10. Perform and where warranted lead the initiation and completion of all internal audits and assessments related to EHS compliance.  Assist as necessary in the performance and completion of agency assessments and/or inspections within the facility.
11. Identify opportunities to improve and maintain practices, improve procedures to achieve plant-wide goals as they relate to Energy Conservation, Waste-to-Landfill Elimination, and other sustainability programs.

Position Requirements:

• Minimum Education & Experience:  1-3 years: Relevant experience in Manufacturing setting.  BS Degree in safety, engineering, science or other EHS related field.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Minimum Education: BS Degree in safety, engineering, science or other EHS related field
• Must demonstrate good intrapersonal, presentation and negotiating skills, and excellent written and verbal communications. 
• Must be able to work within a team structure to develop and implement EHS programs.
• Must be a team player and able to work in a time sensitive, high-pressure deadline and driven work environment. 
• Experience with preparing environmental reporting
• Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office suite.

New employees are eligible for the following benefits effective date of hire!

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective on date of hire
• Generous paid time off benefits 136 hours, prorated 1st year and 10 paid Holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401k plan with company match

Well-Being:

• Low-cost nutrition and mental health visits
• Up to $150-off your gym membership annually
• Discounted Pet Insurance for your furry friends
• Access to individualized financial planning meetings
• Employee Discount Program with savings on electronics, home goods, gym equipment, and more

Career Growth:

• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-site Training Programs
• Defined Career Path for advancement in role and compensation
• New Hire On-boarding Training Plans

Our top-notch work environment includes:

• Climate Controlled in the summer months
• Clean, Quiet, Comfortable Setting

We produce medical devices that save and enhance lives!

It is impossible to list every requirement for, or responsibility of, any position.  Similarly, we cannot identify all the skills a position may require, since job responsibilities and the Company’s needs may change over time.  Therefore, the above job description is not comprehensive or exhaustive.  The Company reserves the right to adjust, add to, or eliminate any aspect of the above description.  The Company also retains the right to require all employees to undertake additional or different job responsibilities when necessary to meet business needs.