Industrial Hygiene Engineer

King Industries

Job Description

Industrial Hygiene Specialist

Location: Norwalk, CT (Onsite - 5 Days per Week)

King Industries, Inc. is seeking an Industrial Hygienist to join our Safety and Health Team. This position is ideal for a recent graduate with a degree in Chemical Engineering, Occupational Safety and Health, or a related field. Experienced Industrial Hygienists are also encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals across the organization.

In this role, the Industrial Hygienist will oversee, develop, and manage industrial hygiene programs to ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations. Areas of responsibility include air quality, respiratory protection, hazard communication, chemical monitoring, hearing conservation, and workplace ergonomics. This position reports directly to the Safety and Health Manager.

Skills Required:

• Ability to work onsite in Norwalk, CT, five days per week.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of employees and departments.
• Proficiency with computers, preferably in a PC-based, Windows operating environment.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple projects and responsibilities.
• Ability to develop and deliver training programs, presentations, and emergency drills.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Occupational Safety and Health, or a related field.
• Coursework and/or experience in Industrial Hygiene and/or Organic Chemistry.
• Manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience training employees in safety and health programs is preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the company's Industrial Hygiene Program to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including those established by OSHA and the EPA.
• Develop and maintain industrial hygiene policies, procedures, and protocols, and communicate requirements to employees.
• Respond to and investigate reports of hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions and recommend or implement corrective actions to mitigate safety, health, and environmental risks.
• Respond to emergency situations, including injuries, illnesses, spills, fires, and security-related incidents, as needed.
• Conduct investigations of safety and environmental incidents, recommend corrective actions, and assist in tracking their completion.
• Develop and deliver environmental health and safety training programs within areas of responsibility.
• Attend professional development and regulatory training to maintain current knowledge of industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
• Perform baseline and ongoing qualitative and quantitative exposure assessments for production, laboratory, and maintenance operations.
• Assist in maintaining the company's Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Respiratory Protection Programs.
• Manage and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) for all chemicals used onsite.
• Maintain and update the company's Hazard Communication (HAZCOM) Program.
• Assist in developing and maintaining Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
• Assist with developing annual safety objectives in partnership with the Workers' Compensation insurer.
• Conduct inspections and recommend improvements to process ventilation systems and indoor air quality controls.
• Perform all duties in accordance with established safe work practices.
• Communicate safety concerns, compliance issues, and program needs to the Safety and Health Manager in a timely manner.
• Comply with company attendance, absenteeism, and tardiness policies.
• Participate in the company's ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 management systems and applicable auditing activities.
• Assist with compiling, analyzing, and trending safety and incident data.
• Prepare and issue monthly safety and industrial hygiene reports.
• Support company-wide quality and environmental initiatives in compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Safety and Health Manager.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Industrial hygiene: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Norwalk, CT 06850 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Norwalk, CT 06850: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person