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Health, Safety, and Environmental Consultant (8/16/10)

Bureau Veritas, a global company specializing in the fields of quality assurance, health, safety, and environmental consulting services, has a dynamic career opportunity in our Seattle office for a Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Consultant to provide HSE consulting and project management services to public sector and private industry clients.

Required Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Demonstrated ability to successfully execute technical projects with minimal supervision. Interact with all levels of staff/clients/contractors in a professional manner. Can interpret project results and provide recommendations to clients. Competent in writing progressively complex reports. Ability to understand instructions and to communicate findings, issues, and recommendations clearly. Ability to gather and analyze facts and data, draw correct inferences from the information, weigh alternatives and present logical solutions to problems. Ability to make sound decisions after considering all facts, client needs and alternative solutions. Ability to present information in a clear, concise, organized and diplomatic manner; ask appropriate questions in order to obtain information. Ability to plan and execute projects to scope, within budget and within time frame.

Required Experience:

The ideal candidate will have 4 to 9 years of experience in a variety of HSE job functions, including the following:

  • Industrial hygiene exposure monitoring
  • Asbestos and lead surveys and abatement oversight (WA asbestos inspector accreditation and NIOSH 582 trained preferred)
  • Office ergonomic evaluations
  • Indoor air quality evaluations, including mold surveys
  • Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and Phase II field sampling

Safety Manager (8/3/10)

Primary Function: Responsible for the overall coordination of the safety, health and well being of Nichols Brother Boat Builders employees. Duties include but not limited to, establishing and maintaining job safe practices, coordinating workers compensation programs, and monitoring all areas involved with safety.

Mandatory Requirements:

  • Bachelor in Science (B.S) in Safety/Industrial Hygiene/Environmental Science or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Five (5) years experience working as a Safety Inspector/Officer or Manager in a manufacturing environment.
  • Verifiable knowledge of all applicable Federal/State and Industrial Safety Regulations.
  • Working knowledge of Office 2007.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Board Certified Safety Professional.
  • Experience using Sharepoint.
  • Experience as a Safety professional in a Marine environment.

To Apply: Submit completed application form to: Nichols Brothers Boat Builders, P. O. Box 580, Freeland, WA 98249 (5400 S. Cameron Rd., Freeland, WA 98249). Applications must be post marked by the closing date. Application form available at www.nicholsboats.com.

Nichols Brothers Boat Builders is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, political affiliation, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability.

Occupational Health & Safety Specialist (7/30/10)

Location: Everett, WA

This is a Safety Administrator position that is responsible for conducting activities in support of commercial airplane manufacturing processes, including: Conducts hazard investigations and analyses and develops corrective action strategies. Leads projects and advises work group members using knowledge and project management skills to solve issues and mitigate impact to ensure regulatory compliance. Plans, implements and assesses occupational health and safety programs and processes to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. Interprets and advises on the impact of emerging issues, regulations and legislation to company operations. Analyzes and interprets survey findings, defines control measures and tracks corrective action plans using technical knowledge and established methods to reduce or eliminate risk. Plans and conducts health and safety audits and prepares formal assessment reports using established protocols to characterize compliance and risk. Develops employee training programs using technical knowledge and established learning design methods to enhance knowledge and insure regulatory compliance. Works with management to facilitate risk management decisions. Analyzes emerging technology for the identification of potential hazards and control methods. Job includes daily shop floor involvement, review and assessment of hazards, review and approval of tooling designs, recommendations to control/eliminate hazards, review of injury illness data, assistance in accident investigation, and development of communication materials.

General Competencies:

  • Coaching/Teaching
  • Decision Making
  • Safety Awareness

Technical Competencies:

  • Applied Health/Safety Science
  • Environ/Occ Risk Assessment
  • Government Laws/Regulations

Typical Education/Experience: Level 3 - Technical bachelor's degree and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or a Master's degree with typically 3 or more years' or a PhD degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A technical degree is defined as any four year degree, or greater, in a mathematic, scientific or information technology field of study. Level 4 - Technical bachelor's degree and typically 9 or more years' related work experience or a Master's degree with typically 7 or more years' or a PhD degree with typically 4 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A technical degree is defined as any four year degree, or greater, in a mathematic, scientific or information technology field of study

Other Job Related Information: Must be able to manage multiple tasks/assignments and coordinate one or more programs/protocols for site wide programs. Position requires close coordination and work with union representatives and other support organizations such as fire dept. medical, and environmental. Must be able to work 2nd/3rd shift occasionally and carry a duty pager for one week at a time once a quarter

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Occupational Safety Leader (7/29/10)

Location: Renton, WA

Occupational Safety leadership position reporting to the Safety and Health senior manager in Engineering, Operations, and Technology EHS. Working closely with EHS business partners and leaders in Operations, Engineering, and other functions, you will lead enterprise-wide teams to develop, implement, and maintain the strategies and tools required to achieve workplace safety advancements. Position will lead teams within Boeing's Safety Now improvement program, including the effort to identify and address the most significant manufacturing risks to workplace safety, and partnering with stakeholders to implement high leverage solutions. Position will lead the Incident Investigation Process Management Team, to improve company incident investigation and mitigation processes and upgrade the current associated systems and tools. Position will serve as a technical expert for the company in occupational safety and health.

Candidates should have advanced communication, organizational, project leadership, and computing skills and be able to effectively analyze data and develop presentations. Candidates should have a working knowledge of effective safety programs, and understand and convey how these programs can support and enhance the Boeing production system. Additional knowledge or experience in internationally recognized safety management systems (e.g., OHSAS 18001) strongly desired.

Typical Education/Experience: Technical bachelor's degree and typically 14 or more years' related work experience or a Master's degree with typically 12 or more years' or a PhD degree with typically 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A technical degree is defined as any four year degree, or greater, in a mathematic, scientific or information technology field of study.
Other Job related information Knowledge of Lean+ is a plus.

Apply online at https://jobs.boeing.com/JobSeeker/JobSearch and search for requisition number 10-1013264.

Health and Safety Engineer III (7/27/10)

Location: Tacoma, WA

The Health and Safety Engineer III (HSE3) reports directly to the Metals Recycling Business (MRB) National Health and Safety Director while, maintaining regular and direct communication with operations. The HSE3 must have a pro-active approach in achieving the shared purpose and goals of the company by sharing ideas for process improvements. This position administers the MRB Safety policies and develops consistent and uniform safety practices in conjunction with long term safety goals of the company. The HSE3 is responsible for implementing safety programs for all assigned locations and for minimizing company safety losses. Losses are reduced by establishing and enforcing effective safety policies and loss control programs; developing a culture that proactively engages in anticipating and preventing hazardous conditions; implementing compliance training; and engaging management commitment to drive the appropriate behaviors that prevent injuries or illnesses in the workplace.

This position operates within somewhat defined parameters. The primary goal of this position is to achieve excellence in all facets of the safety management. Providing the highest quality product safely, effectively and efficiently decreases accidents and errors and increases profits.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree required. BS in Health and Safety preferred. Five plus years of related experience required including Industrial Hygiene experience. Knowledge, skills, abilities to execute local, state, and federal Health and Safety laws and other government compliance regulations. This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive an automobile.

Must be able to balance business needs and Health & Safety requirements in a cost-effective manner. Knowledge and experience in collecting, managing and analyzing various data and trends in health & safety behavior and compliance. Must make recommendations to effectively resolve problems or issues by using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, and/or government law. Effective written and oral communication skills within a culturally diverse environment required. Must be personally responsible and accountable for achieving performance goals as well as those of a team and have a proven track record of building credible relationships.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required. Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred. Regional travel may be required.

Benefits: In addition to an exciting work environment and a compensation program that recognizes commitment and hard work, Schnitzer Steel offers benefits packages for eligible employees. Packages vary by location as we tailor our benefits packages for the needs of each location's employees.

If you join Schnitzer Steel your package may include:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Plans for both you and your dependents
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 24 Hour Nurse Hotline

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin or ancestry, religion, marital status, age, prior industrial injury, disability status, veteran status or any other reason prohibited by law.

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Sr. Environmental Safety & Health Specialist (7/21/10)

Employer: Nike Inc - Portland, OR

As our Senior Environmental Safety Health ESH Specialist youll have full ownership of developing and leading the implementation of ESH programs policies and procedures Youll also be accountable for developing training materials that support ESH programs Youll promote employee awareness of ESH through training and continual company-wide communication Youll also develop implement and maintain ESH performance measurement programs including tracking and reporting progress Youll provide expert technical assistance to the department and the business units This opportunity also involves representing Nike in internal and external working groups committees and conferences involving ESH Youll build effective relationships with the corporate ESH network to ensure system consistency Youll also ensure compliance with federal state and local regulations pertaining to ESH standards Youll interface with regulatory agencies and assist during regulatory inspections develop and manage an accident and injury investigation program and conduct accident and injury investigations to identify root causes and eliminate potential hazards and reoccurrences In addition youll participate at the initiation phase of equipment installation and set-up to assist in design for safety health ergonomic and environmental principles To ensure that we continue to hire competent ethical and trustworthy individuals all candidates must successfully complete a thorough background investigation prior to receiving any offer of employment from Nike.

Requirements for the position include:

  • Bachelors degree in Environmental Engineering Industrial HygieneSafety or a related field
  • 5 years relevant experience in machine fire electricalchemical safety waste management wastewater or ergonomics
  • Demonstrated knowledge with ESH regulations management systems regulatory agencies trends and resources
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills and the ability to build consensus and influence others
  • Ability to work effectively in teams and independently
  • Ability to work with associates at all levels Managers engineers machine operators quality technicians supervisors and maintenance technicians
  • Exceptional organization skills and ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Advanced personal computer skills and a demonstrated competency using Microsoft Office applications including Word Excel PowerPoint and Access
  • Previous ESH experience supporting a corporate campus environment is highly preferred
  • Previous ESH experience in a manufacturing or distribution center environment is a plus
  • Associate Safety Professional ASP or Certified Safety Professional CSP or other relevant local equivalent is preferred

Were interested in learning more about you and appreciate you taking the time to apply online. Nike Inc is an equal opportunity employer EOE that strives to create a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture.

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Safety Engineer (7/17/10)

I am currently recruiting for a Safety Engineer for a Metals Recycling Business in the Federal Way, WA . This person will have a proactive approach in achieving the shared purpose and goals of the company by sharing ideas for process improvements. Responsibilities will include implementing safety programs for all assigned locations; develop culture that is proactively engaging in anticipate and preventing hazardous condensation; complaince training and management of behaviors to prevent injuries and/or illnesses in the workplace.

Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree required. Two to three years of experience required. Knowledge, skills, abilities to execute local, state, and federal Health and Safety laws and other government compliance regulations. Valid driver's license. Knowledge and experience in collecting, managing and analyzing various data and trends in health & safety behavior and compliance. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required. Regional travel may be required.

If you or someone you may know are interested please forward resume to Ginger Aden at gaden@guidanceinternational.com