EHS II

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(English) (Spanish)Job Description:The Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist III will be an integral part of the North Carolina EHS Department. This role will support the EHS director and will be responsible for all EHS related topics supporting site expansion, management system governance, and oversight and management of projects and initiatives that drive EHS cultural excellence. This role is contingent upon obtaining all necessary regulatory approvals and the successful closing of a transaction which will result in establishing a new Airbus Affiliate in Kinston, NC (the “Kinston Affiliate”). The EHS II would be an employee of the Kinston Affiliate.Primary ResponsibilitiesSafety management 45%

• Support contractor safety management with program continuous improvement.
• Development and review of technical documents including policies, procedures, programs, and guidance documents.
• Lead hazard assessments by participating in work processes, evaluating procedures, and work steps.
• Implement corrective/preventative actions and continuous improvement activities as directed.
• Participate as a member of the core investigation team as required.
• Organize and lead industrial hygiene activities as required.

Compliance 25%

• Lead environmental, health, and safety compliance activities including, but not limited to, employee training, performing site inspections, record retention, internal/external audits.
• Maintain, audit and communicate management information systems which identify the location of hazardous materials in all facilities.
• Support all aspects of maintaining ISO:45001 and ISO:14001:2015 certification for the site.
• Participates in EHS site audits, inspections, and routine surveys including the developing and drafting of audit documentation, tracking corrective actions, and monitoring trends.
• Participates in the review of new processes, aircraft jigs, and other equipment to assure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Provide program support to all departments regarding regulatory compliance requirements and standard operating procedures.

EHS Training 25%

• Assists in maintaining, updating, and coordinating training programs.
• Support EHS training efforts, vision, and strategy.
• Organize and coordinate recurring activities such as respiratory fit testing and annual audiometric testing.

Additional Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned 5%

Required Education

• Bachelor Degree in industrial and/or Environmental, Health and Safety Engineering or related fields, or certification or an equivalent amount of experience is required.

Preferred Education

• MS degree in industrial and/or Environmental, Health and Safety Engineering or related fields, in industrial and/or Environmental, Health and Safety Engineering or related fields

Required Experience

• 3+ years proven EHS experience required, experience in industrial production environment is strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to recognize, document, and eliminate hazards in the workplace.
• Strong incident investigation skills with multifunctional team leadership capability.
• Working knowledge of safety management systems, policy, and procedure development.

Preferred Licensure/Certifications

• Certifications: OSHA 511, OSHA 30, RCRA, ISO14001, ISO 45001, GSP, ASP, CSP or any other related certifications in EHS management, compliance or management systems

Travel Required

• Some domestic or international travel maybe required annually, not to exceed 10%

Citizenship

• Authorized to Work in the US

Required Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities

• Experience with environmental, health, and safety data software or database
• Position requires knowledge of federal, state and local environmental, health, and safety laws.
• Working knowledge of workers compensation and post incident medical management.
• Ability to understand and apply government regulations related to hazardous materials and wastes.
• Experience performing hazardous waste inspections and understanding processes which can produce hazardous wastes and hazardous air pollutants. • Incident investigations, RCA theory, and principles of injury case management.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form.
• Ability to maintain and ensure the confidential nature of the position.

Required Communication Skills

• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Must display excellent communication and presentation skills.

Preferred Communication Skills

• Fluency in French, German, or Spanish

Required Technical Systems Proficiency

• Google Suite and excellent Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Preferred Technical Systems Proficiency

Level of Decision Making:

• Determine the new standard for all H&S measures as it relates to compliance regulations and internal Airbus values.
• Directly lead the continuous improvement activities to drive H&S efficiencies throughout the site.

Job Dimensions

• Conduct compliance and continuous improvement assessments on EHS maturity to Airbus standards and general compliance to regulatory measures. Evaluate the assessment against national standards and benchmark these against internal (within Airbus) and external markets (US competitors).
• Develop an action plan for the site to reach and continue to sustain EHS performance..
• Responsible for maintaining alignment and maximizing synergies with Airbus Europe and Airbus North America as it relates to applicable measures.

Nature of Contacts

• Involved communication on a regular basis with internal and external parties

Physical Requirements

Onsite 100%Vision: Daily able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.Hearing: Daily able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms.Speaking: Daily able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): Daily able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.Carrying: Several times a week able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.Lifting: Several times a week able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.Pushing / Pulling: Several times a week able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.Sitting: Daily able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer.Squatting / Kneeling: Several times a month able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.Standing: Daily able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor.Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): Daily able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.Personal Protective Equipment required: Required PPE includes, but is not limited to Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks. Protective GlovesWalking: able to walk through office and production areas, around flightline and airstrips and sometimes on uneven indoor and/or outdoor surfaces.Heights: able to function at heights up to 40 feet. Able to operate moving platforms, hydraulic lifts and forklifts.This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.Company: Airbus Americas, Inc.Employment Type: US – Direct HireExperience Level: ProfessionalRemote Type: On-siteJob Family: Health & Safety
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