EHS Specialist - Co-Op

at  Thermo Fisher Scientific

SUMMARY:

Provide Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) support to the team, Operations and Pharmaceutical Development Services (PDS).

EDUCATION:

Pursuing a Bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental, Health and Safety.

EXPERIENCE:

Novice to 3 years
Equivalency:
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Able to work in a fast-paced team environment. Previous experience conducting presentations / training. High integrity for dealing with confidential information. Demonstrated professionalism. Excellent interpersonal skills. Demonstrated computer proficiency with Microsoft Office programs. Proficiency with the English Language.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Light physical effort and fatigue. Walks, sits or stands for limited periods. May require occasional equipment operation including keyboard equipment. Lifts light items for limited duration. Typically located in a comfortable indoor area. There may be regular exposure to mild physical discomfort from factors such as dust, fumes or odours, temperature extremes, loud noise, strong drafts, or bright lights. Use of Personal Protective equipment may be required and may include any of the following: safety glasses, safety shoes, lab coat, gloves, hair net, beard cover, safety apron, respirator on occasionally

• Support the Industrial Hygiene (IH) Program by assisting with site industrial hygiene testing
• Conduct sound level testing and noise dosimetry studies
• Support the management of IH equipment and calibrations
• Conduct qualitative & quantitative respiratory fit testing
• Perform office & industrial ergonomic assessments
• Maintain the New Substance Notification Regulation (NSNR) tracking database, and Site Chemical Inventory
• Work with relevant departments within the organization on containment and combustible dust projects.
• Conducting various site health & safety audits such as guarding and lockout/tagout.
• Develop EHS Training Programs
• Support the delivery of the EHS Orientation for new hires
• Assist with the roll out of other site programs related to environmental sustainability, industrial hygiene and site safety.
• Support the EHS Department with other related initiatives & activities.