We are seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Leader for an exciting opportunity in the medical technology industry for a permanent position in Canaan, Connecticut.

In this role you will be responsible for managing & implementing policies and processes to ensure a safe and healthy work environment that is in compliance with governing regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and oversee procedures and programs to ensure Federal and State compliance with OSHA, EPA, and CTDEEP. To include, but not limited to:
  
• Critical safety programs such as lockout tagout, machine guarding, mobile equipment, electrical safety and fall protection
• Industrial Hygiene Programs, including medical monitoring
• Machine safety assessments
  
• Environmental programs such as Hazardous Waste, Clean Air Act and Wastewater Permitting
  
• Inspects the facility to identify safety, health, and environmental risks. This includes audits for compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations and corporate policies
• Prepares reports to maintain records of compliance, site’s progress to maintaining a safe work environment and maintain reporting system(s) for data collection and trending
• Ensures that material safety data sheets are maintained and readily accessible when needed.
  

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or science related field.
  
• Minimum 5 years of relevant EHS experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Prior experience leading a team with the ability to influence site operations leaders and create a proactive, preventative safety culture
  
• Certification in CSP, CIH is desirable, but not required.