Safety Specialist

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Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.  

Everything we do in EMD Electronics is to help us deliver on our purpose of being the company behind the companies, advancing digital living. We are dedicated to being the trusted supplier of high-tech materials, services and specialty chemicals for the electronics, automotive and cosmetics industries. We foster a global collaborative organization made up of individuals who have the passion to win, obsess about the customer, are relentlessly curious and act with urgency. Together, we push the boundaries of science to make more possible for our customers.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.
 

Your Role: 

EMD Electronics is immediately hiring for a Safety Specialist for its MEGASYS® team in Austin, TX!  This is a challenging, hands-on, rewarding job opportunity for people who want to join a growing business.  

The Safety Specialist will be responsible for the safe operation of assigned chemical and/or gas distribution systems, with duties including: 

• Developing and maintaining company inspection reports for safety and quality 

• Auditing operations and maintenance areas according to quality and safety standards. 

• Ensuring processes and procedures comply with company standards as well as Federal and State law. 

• Validating all test equipment is calibrated and working correctly 

• Reporting quality and safety issues immediately via the escalation process 

• Collating test drafting quality and safety reports 

• Assisting in root cause analysis investigation and resolution 

• Identifying possible areas for improvement in quality control processes and safety 

• Ensuring Operations is executing their task with Safety and Quality on each shift  

Physical Attributes: 

• Walking throughout the facility for 75% of shift (5-6 miles per day) 

• Climbing of ladders up to 12-foot-tall (utilizing fall protection) 

• Basic lifting (up to 40lbs) 

• Bending of the knees and overhead reaching 

 Who You Are:

 Minimum Qualifications: 

• Associate Degree in Industrial Hygiene, Construction Management, or Safety & Occupational Health  with 3+ years of experience in a safety or OSHA position 

OR

• High School Diploma or GED with 5+ years of experience in a safety or OSHA and OSHA 30 certification

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Hygiene, Safety & Occupational Health, Construction Management, or other technical Field  

• Proficient with MS Office Suite 

• Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) 

• Lean Manufacturing knowledge 

• Experience in ISO9000 / ISO9001 

• Knowledge of measurement 

• Understanding of engineering drawings 

• Understanding manufacturing processes 

• Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment 

• Planning and prioritizing activities 

• Good communication and interpersonal skills 

• Problem-solving skills and Root Cause Analysis (5-Why, Fishbone) 

• Understanding of Health and Safety practices (Strong OSHA 10 or OSHA 30, DOT or PSM Experience) 

• Team working skills 

• Analytical skills 
• Ability to work on own initiative 

Pay Range for this position: $74,800-$112,200/year

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here.

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!