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About the job…

The Environmental Health and Safety Engineer is responsible for Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) implementation within the new Indianapolis, Indiana facility in Alfa Laval Inc.

Responsibilities include ensuring that Alfa Laval policies and best practices are implemented, and full compliance with local laws and regulations is achieved to secure a safe, healthy, and compliant working environment for all employees.

Develop and maintain an Environmental, Health, and Safety Culture within the organization with an ambition of a safe and compliant workplace, employee engagement, and stable processes.

Liaison with regional and global EHS resources to ensure all relevant information is received, distributed, reported, and take necessary action to implement at the Indianapolis, Indiana facility.

This is an onsite position located in Greenwood IN.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop, implement, and document all EHS guidelines and instructions for the facility and activities directly connected with daily work and business needs. E.g. risk assessments, root cause analyses, work permits, safety instructions/signage, chemical safety datasheets, etc.
• Lead and participate in the risk assessments and audits of the facility. Including follow-up and implementation of all needed actions.
• Report all EHS data in the relevant Alfa Laval systems, including verification of data submitted.
• Ensure facility activities comply with Alfa Laval Group policies, local laws, and regulations.
• Responsible for reporting yearly activities, legislative changes, and the outcome of EHS meetings.
• Identify improvement ideas to enhance the health, safety, and environmental impact of operations and office facilities.
• In coordination with Human Resources, maintain training records and certificates in relation to EHS activities.
• Plan, coordinate, and ensure all appropriate and mandatory employee training courses are completed and effective.
• Maintain and continuously improve the site EHS and regulatory plans. Review as needed with all relevant personnel.
• Collaborate and participate in the investigation of incidents. Analyse root causes to provide appropriate control measures to prevent reoccurrence or mitigate hazards.  Ensure all near-miss, minor injuries, and EHS incidents are investigated and reported.
• Manage the facilities hazardous waste program to include onsite regulatory compliance and disposal activities.

What you know:

• Bachelor’s Degree from four-year College or University required, Science or Engineering degree preferred.

• Minimum 5years’ experience in a Health, Safety and Environmental role.
• ASP or CSP preferred.
• Process Safety Management experience preferred.
• Experience training in safety related topics.
• OSHA certifications preferred.
• Hazardous Waste Management experience preferred.
• Safety program management.
• ISO program knowledge and certifications preferred.
• Sustainability management experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong planning and project management skills.
• Ability to work alone and with a team without strict oversight.
• Pragmatic when driving & leading change
• Network and influencing skills.
• Inspired and driven to ensure a safe working environment and ensuring that Alfa Laval offers a high-quality employee and customer experience.
• Extensive computer skills (MS Office, Word, Excel, Power Point Database, Power BI, & Reporting Systems).
• Knowledge in safety, hazardous materials, OSHA, workers compensation law, and regulatory requirements.

What’s in it for you?

At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job, background, skills, and experience to get it right.  The base salary for this role is typically $110,000.00 to $125,000.00.

Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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