EHS Engineer

Pivotal member of the ASP team, working in close collaboration with cross-functional teams to fostering a culture where environmental health, safety, and sustainability (EHS&S) are integral to our business practices across North America. ASP is a medical device manufacturer, and as such, EHS&S operations are integrated into a robust quality management system and production processes and are critical to continued plant operations. This role demands a proactive approach to compliance, continuous improvement, and partnership with employees to empower safe and sustainable work practices. You will spearhead initiatives to assess the effectiveness of EHS&S programs and work collaboratively with other departments to develop, implement, improve, and sustain EHS&S programs and processes to ensure a safe, compliant and sustainable work environment. The EHS Engineer reports to the leader of Global EHS and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

- Champion the development, implementation, improvement, and sustainment of EHS&S programs that align with organizational values, strategy and objectives.
- Design and conduct EHS&S Training with a focus on deploying best practices.
- EHS&S Record keeping and reporting.
- Conduct EHS&S Compliance and Management System auditing to ensure the highest standards are met.
- Utilize data-driven approaches to identify areas for improvement and measure the impact of EHS&S initiatives.
- Innovate and implement best practices to enhance EH&S operations, ensuring alignment with global standards and regional needs.
- Engage with manufacturing, QA, R&D and field organizations to understand their needs and requirements, providing guidance and support.
- Lead Job Hazard Assessments and support emergency response and first aid programs.
- Lead project teams, driving a culture of safety and sustainability that permeates every level of the organization.
- Continuously acquire comprehensive understanding of EH&S industry requirements.
- Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level.
- Support ISO 14001 environmental certification process for the Irvine manufacturing facility.
- Performs other duties assigned as needed.
- External Interactions: Role will occasionally interact with government regulatory agencies and external compliance auditors.
- Cooperate with Fortive EHSLC as needed.

EDUCATION:

- Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
- 2+ years of experience in EHS&S in a medical device manufacturing, or related work experience, with a proven track record of leading projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Role and competencies requirements :

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
- Commitment to continuous personal and professional development in EHS&S.
- Ability to comfortably and successfully interact with employees at all levels and from all backgrounds.
- A quick learner who can assess, evaluate and act on situations promptly.
- Excellent organizational ability with strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize work on multiple projects.
- Tenacious and able to work in a high intensity ever changing working environment.
- Well-developed computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and projects with a collaborative and inclusive approach.
- Travel on the Job: 10-20% Domestic.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Certifications/Licenses, and Affiliations :

- Leadership skills, good judgment & decision making skills and organizing /planning skills.
- Working knowledge of EH&S rules and regulations are required.
- Knowledge with Uniform Fire and Building Codes are assets.
- Experience with regulatory permitting is required
- Experience managing/developing Business Continuity Plans for manufacturing sites preferred.
- Candidate must have exceptional communication and presentation skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and computer skills are required.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- Experience in leading technical teams and influencing.
- ISO-14001 Environmental Management System and certification process preferred.
- EH&S compliance with regulations knowledge is preferred.