EHS Specialist I

ABOUT EAGLEPICHER

EaglePicher Technologies is driving the electrification of defense, aviation and space. We provide the broadest range of battery systems in the world for the most demanding applications. We develop leading-edge products that make drones fly higher, undersea vessels run longer, aircraft fly farther, rockets launch safely and satellites operate longer. With our cutting-edge research and manufacturing, we continue to set new standards in the industry. For 100 years, we have provided mission-critical power solutions to the defense, aviation and space markets. EaglePicher’s batteries power more than 85 percent of U.S. missile and munition programs and are a key component of the U.S. space program, powering the Mars Rovers and the next crewed mission to the moon. EaglePicher provides custom battery assemblies, battery management systems, pyrotechnic devices and other power solutions.

Our employees are passionate, dedicated and empowered to realize our vision.  We strive for the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds personalities and perspectives, and to ensure this works, we create an inclusive work environment that places a premium on communication and collaboration.  At EaglePicher, we will give you the opportunity to harness all that is within you with access to the latest tools, information and training.

EaglePicher is headquartered in St. Louis, MO with manufacturing and research and development facilities in Joplin, MO, Seneca, MO, Pittsburg, KS, East Greenwich, RI and in Southbridge, MA.

For more information visit www.eaglepicher.com

ABOUT THE POSITION

Position is responsible for supporting all aspects of Environmental, health, & safety issues for a facility or support EHS functions at multiple facilities; aggressively manage worker’s compensation and property risk and be able to support the facility leadership team to drive the success of the business.

• Work with the Sr. EHS Manager on Safety Compliance programs
• Drive a safety-oriented culture
• Ensure compliance and reporting requirements with all Federal, State and Local environmental and safety regulations
• Establish and maintain written Environmental, Health, & Safety (EHS) programs
• Perform and assist Departmental Supervisor/Manager and/or Sr. EHS Manager in EHS training for all facility personnel
• Perform New Hire Safety Orientation training
• Assist with Safety Committee
• Perform EHS audits of the facility manufacturing and test areas
• Conduct risk assessments related to jobs performed
• Complete and maintain all EHS recordkeeping for the facility
• Assist with design and installation of environmental, safety and manufacturing equipment to ensure a safe and environmentally sound facility
• Provide aggressive worker’s compensation case management
• Provide guidance for property risk management
• Conducts detailed investigations, root cause analysis as well as makes resolutions and recommendations
• Identifies opportunities for and leads corrective actions and continuous improvement activities
• May respond to emergency situations during standard work hours and after hours for the purpose of remediating EHS concerns. 
• Assists in emergency response and provides first aid treatment, as necessary
• Oversee Emergency Management (Emergency Response Team) program and training for all sites
• Conduct and/or support sites for Fire, Medical, and Shelter-in-place drills and prepare all sites to conduct these drills
• Oversee and support all Fire Systems and Fire Marshall Inspections
• Assist Environmental Consultants with meeting EPA/RCRA standards
• Support Industrial Hygiene efforts such as respiratory program maintenance, noise mapping, ergonomic evaluations, and working with IH Consultants
• May perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in health and safety or related field required.
• Experience from a responsible health and safety position in a manufacturing setting 3 years preferred
• Incident Investigation: 3 years required
• First Aid & CPR Instructor experience is a plus
• Certified in HAZWOPER, Root Cause Analysis, RCRA, DOT, and OSHA preferred
• Understanding Industrial hygiene is a plus
• Knowledge of Worker’s Compensation
• Strong computer skills
• U.S. Persons

PERKS OF BEING AN EAGLEPICHER EMPLOYEE
Some of the great things about being an EaglePicher employee include:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance;
• 10 paid holidays and PTO;
• Matching 401K;
• Tuition reimbursement;
• Dependent scholarship programs.

EaglePicher is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, status as a veteran, pregnancy and related conditions, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.