EHS Technician

Job Description Summary

With minimal supervision, this position performs varied and integral technical tasks within the EHS department. This role requires in-depth knowledge of facility manufacturing operations, corporate policies, and procedures as well as a working and in-depth knowledge of relevant technical topics for the site. This role partners with both frontline associates and plant leadership to successfully implement EHS Department goals and initiatives to reduce injuries and create a positive safety culture. Ensures compliance with BD quality systems, policies, procedures, and best practices, and all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Regular, punctual attendance is an essential job function. Willing and able to uphold BD Values.

Job Summary

With minimal supervision, this position performs varied and integral technical tasks within the EHS department. This role requires in-depth knowledge of facility manufacturing operations, corporate policies, and procedures as well as a working and in-depth knowledge of relevant technical topics for the site. This role partners with both frontline associates and plant leadership to successfully implement EHS Department goals and initiatives to reduce injuries and create a positive safety culture. Ensures compliance with BD quality systems, policies, procedures, and best practices, and all local, state, federal and BD safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Regular, punctual attendance is an essential job function. Willing and able to uphold BD Values.

Job Responsibilities (Primary Duties, Roles, and / or Authorities)

• Plan, coordinate, and execute EHS tasks such as different types of risk assessments (ergonomic, machine, area‑based, task‑based, etc.), area hazard monitoring (e.g., noise monitoring), and various medical surveillance tasks in coordination with occupational health (hearing, vision, drug screens, etc.).
• Advanced knowledge of either ergonomics, machine safety, maintenance, production, or process safety that can be applied in an EHS setting.
• Actively participate in technical EHS tasks, such as MOC reviews, machine risk assessments, maintenance safety reviews, permit to work / safe work permitting process.
• Lead the roll‑out of the EHS component in BD Excellence.
• Conduct incident investigations and drive the corrective and preventative actions to completion.
• Lead relevant technical EHS trainings with associates and update training materials as needed.
• Develop a good working relationship with all associates and supervisors so they are comfortable sharing EHS related concerns and issues.
• Comply with all local, state, federal, and BD safety regulations, policies, and procedures including hazardous waste regulations.
• Report to superior when there is any safety, environment, and health incident.
• Obtain and maintain necessary legal certifications to conduct EHS business needs.
• Perform other duties as required to support the needs of the business.

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