EHS Specialist II

About the role

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist at our Lynnwood, WA location.

Job Summary

The Environmental Health & Safety Specialist II will use established procedures and work under general supervision of the Environmental Health and Safety Manager to implement and maintain company policies adhering to local, state and federal environmental, health and safety regulations. This role is involved in the design and development of facilities, work areas and work procedures and implements environmental, health and safety initiatives.

Essential Functions

• Ensure compliance with applicable environmental, health and safety regulations.
• Create, maintain, and update safety and environmental procedures/programs in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Cook, conduct safety audits, safety committee meetings, incident investigations, ergonomic evaluations and emergency supply inspections.
• Advise management and functional departments on incident-prevention and safety enhancements.
• Coordinate and conduct safety training classes, schedules and programs.
• Conduct new hire safety orientation.
• Keep current with changes to laws and regulations that impact the organization and communicate them appropriately.
• Aid with and coordinate industrial hygiene assessments.
• Aid with hazardous material evaluations, hazard communication and SDS database.
• Conduct or coordinate storm water inspections and sample collections.
• Aid in obtaining and renewing all required environmental permits.
• Aid in hazardous waste management and recordkeeping including account billing.
• Aid in preparation and filing of all reports required by permits and regulatory agencies.
• Aid with hazardous waste transport coordination for proper removal and disposal of waste from site.
• Identify and investigate methods to reduce hazardous waste by alternative manufacturing, materials, processes and recycling opportunities; Implement recommended changes.
• Perform weekly site checks for proper storage, labeling, disposal of hazardous waste and materials and maintain inspection log sheets.
• Participate on the Emergency Response Team.

Eligibility Requirement

This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Minimum Qualifications

• 2-5 years of relevant environmental, health and safety work experience
• Bachelor's Degree Required. Preferably in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineer/Health, or Occupational Safety and Health.
• Excellent working knowledge and understanding of federal, state and local regulations.
• A basic understanding of industrial chemicals and their properties.
• Ability to use Windows based suite of software programs including MS Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to investigate potentially hazardous situations.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct stand up presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with internal and external contacts.

Preferred Certifications

• First Aid, CPR, AED, Emergency Response, Powered Industrial Trucks, Fall Protection, DOT, HAZWOPER, ASP, CPE, CEPS CIH, CHMM.

Working Conditions

• Indoor and outdoor in a manufacturing environments.
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, wet weather, confined spaces, dust or fumes, Chemical spills and or fire.
• Monday-Friday (first shift), and willing to work overtime and weekends if necessary.
• Standing: 50%
• Sitting: 50%
• Lifting (in pounds): up to 30 pounds unassisted
• Pushing (in pounds): up to 30 pounds unassisted
• Mental/Visual: use of computer
• Workspace: cubicle/desk

Top Benefits

• Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month
• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match
• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment

Company Information

• We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes.
• We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines.
• Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.
• In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check.
• FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.