Mersen is a global expert in electrical specialties and advanced materials for high-tech industries.
Present in 32 countries with 50 industrial sites and 24 R&D centres, Mersen develops custom solutions and supplies key products to meet the new technological challenges that will shape tomorrow's world.
For more than 130 years, Mersen has been constantly innovating to support and satisfy its customers' needs with the same high standards.
Be it in wind power, solar power, electronics, electric vehicles, aeronautics, space or countless other sectors, wherever technology is progressing, you will always find a bit of Mersen.
Main duties
Environmental Health and Safety Technician
Reports to: EHS Manager
General Description:
- Assist EHS Manager in maintaining and improving regulatory requirements in accordance with MIOSHA (OSHA) and EGLE (EPA). This position will be a mixture of 65% office and 35% industrial experience.
Exemplary Duties/Responsibilities:
- Conduct regular safety inspections of work areas, equipment, and processes to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
- Review and maintain procedures and policies in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements i.e. control of hazardous energy, confined space, etc.
- Support safety training programs – helping deliver toolbox talks, onboarding sessions, and refresher courses.
- Develop, coordinate and present safety committee meetings monthly.
- Coordinate industrial hygiene testing annually for both hearing and respiratory protection.
- Monitor and maintain safety equipment, including fire extinguishers, eyewash stations, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Assist in incident investigations, documenting findings, and supporting root cause analysis.
- Coordinate and conduct safety and environmental inspections.
- Assist in maintenance of applicable environmental and safety machinery.
- Technical ability to make decisions and improvements.
- Find and implement systematic improvements.
Minimum Qualifications:
3+ years of experience in a safety, environmental, or industrial role (manufacturing, construction, or similar environment preferred). Must be self-motivated and have strong interpersonal and written communication skills. Must be able to wear a respirator and other appropriate protective equipment.
Skills
- Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Understanding of MIOSHA and EGLE Standards
- Experience in (or a combination of) Air Permitting (Scrubbers & Dust Collectors), Sewer Treatment, Stormwater, Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Waste handling
- Employee training abilities
- Technical writing
- Strong observational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to achieve certification of Stormwater Operator and DOT/RCRA Hazardous Waste Management
- Continual learner with proactive mindset
- Chemical experience
- Industrial sampling experience preferred
- Risk Management Plan experience is a plus
This job specification should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of this position. Incumbents will follow any other instruction, and perform any other related duties, as may be required by their supervisor.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. The job titles do not mean the male variant but stand for the gender-neutral designation of the profession according to wikipedia. People are welcome regardless of gender, origin, sexual orientation, and religion.
