EHS Specialist I

Company Overview Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases is a leading provider of cryogenic pumps, heat exchangers, process systems, turboexpanders, services, and solutions for the liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied hydrogen (LH2), and industrial gases industries. Applications include fueling stations, marine engines, peak shaving, power generation, virtual pipelines, carbon capture, geothermal power and well stimulation. We are a subsidiary of Nikkiso Company Ltd, a leading industrial manufacturer headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with $1.5 B USD in annual revenue, 8000 + employees worldwide, and publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Nikkiso Cryoquip is a leading manufacturer of heat exchangers, liquefiers, and vaporizers for the LNG and industrial gases industry. Applications include fueling stations, marine engines, peak shaving, power generation, virtual pipelines, and well stimulation.

The Environmental, health, and Safety (EHS) specialist position participates in and supports initiatives related to the safety, health, and environmental requirements for the facility and that of all employees. The position assists to ensure all employees are trained in safety components relating to their position. The specialist reports to the General Manager and works to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations for all employees, equipment, and operations. This role is tasked with reducing workers’ compensation exposure through accident investigation and proactive accident reduction techniques.

- Assists in driving a safety-first culture across all departments.

- Conducts routine audits to identify and drive improvements.

- Conducts and tracks safety training and demonstrates the use of safety equipment.

- Supports the implementation of safety and accident prevention policies in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations.

- Evaluates workplace environments, equipment, and practices to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations.

- Ensures that al employees, temporary workers, contractors, etc. adhere to safety requirements including the use of required protective equipment is used for assigned tasks.

- Conducts safety training and demonstrates the use of safety equipment.

- Investigates accidents to identify cause and determine how such accidents might be prevented in the future.

- Serves in an advisory capacity to management and liaison with OSHA inspections and correspondence or with other department/entities (internal or external) as required.

- Represents the company, as requested, in community and industry safety groups, programs, and conferences.

- Keeps abreast of current developments of training, safety, and accident prevention programs.

- Maintains records and assembling reports on lost time accidents.

- Supports the implementation and oversight of hazardous material control.

- Domestic travel may be required.

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree or 2 years of equivalent education/safety experience.

- Related safety engineering certifications.

- Knowledge of State and Federal regulatory compliance.

- Proficient with Microsoft programs (Word, Powerpoint, Excel, etc.)

- Prior use of injury reporting system and metric tracking.

- Proactive, Initiative taking.

- Technical Capacity.

- Organizational Skills.

- Strategic Thinking.

- Problem Solving/Analysis.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Nikkiso CE&IG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.