EHS Specialist

About

Cuberg is commercializing next-generation battery technology to power the future of electric mobility. The company was acquired in 2021 by Northvolt, a global supplier of sustainable, high-quality battery cells and systems. As Northvolt's Advanced Technology Center operating in Silicon Valley, Cuberg is developing and commercializing lithium metal batteries, building an innovation ecosystem around lithium-ion technology, and leveraging Northvolt's state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities to rapidly scale up production of advanced batteries.

The EHS Specialist works with the Environmental Health and Safety Department to plan, direct, and implement Cuberg's environmental health and safety programs and to ensure a positive, safe, healthy, and incident-free work environment. They are responsible for the compliance with all environmental and safety regulatory agencies. While having general knowledge company-wide, this position will focus on compliance monitoring and reporting in all areas of the company. This position would also respond to emergency situations when they arise and will support EHS operations and staff to foster a zero-tolerance culture and ensure compliance.

Responsibilities duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Maintaining accurate daily, weekly, and monthly metrics to report to onsite management teams and corporate based reporting systems;
• Coach management and employees at all levels to ensure compliance with all EHS program expectations and applicable federal & state laws;
• Conducting risk assessments related to jobs performed by employees and suggests risk mitigation strategies through the Job Safety Analysis process;
• Recommending and implementing appropriate risk mitigation measures to management, including ergonomics;
• Training and assisting others (managers, employees, etc.) to complete their safety and compliance responsibilities (audits, follow safety rules, etc.);
• Conducting appropriate inspections and audits, and ensuring corrective actions are monitored and documented;
• Enforcing compliance of EHS and transportation programs;
• Completing and documenting all regulatory compliance activities through the EHS Calendar according to regulatory deadlines;
• Completing, documenting, and submitting required EHS reports and record-keeping information;
• Conducting EHS training as needed, including new employee and contractor orientation;
• Responding to and investigating events including injuries and near-miss events. Drive closure of effective corrective / preventive actions, as assigned;
• Facilitate organization and leadership development efforts to address the root cause of EHS related issues.
• Providing managers with regulatory information and direction to ensure compliance with external / internal audits and Federal, State, Local EHS regulations;
• Conducting environmental compliance site audits of TSDFs, non-hazardous waste facilities, solid waste facilities, as assigned;
• Help develop and updating Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and external supplier evaluation software (KPA );
• Respond to emergency situations when they arise.
• Must be able to lift up to 35lbs

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills including written, verbal, listening, and customer service skills with the ability to effectively communicate with and work well with others in order to manage projects, meetings.
• Have strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence people and drive change. Exceptional organizational skills with a high consideration to detail.
• Must possess time management skills and have the ability to meet deadlines.
• Works well independently and in a group environment.
• Has the ability to deliver internal training effectively.
• Has critical thinking and problem-solving skills but is able to understand the department's overall objectives.
• Must be able to be entrusted with confidential information.
• Familiar working with various office equipment, computers and various programs including Word,Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, cloud-based systems, networking, and e-mail programs.

Education and Certifications

• 4+ years EHS Industry Experience preferred.
• Valid Driver's License

Preferred:

• 4-year degree in science or related field.
• ASP/CSP
• CPR Certification

The San Fransisco / Bay Area base salary range for this full-time position is $104,000 - $126,000/ + equity + benefits.

• Base pay is determined by level + years' of relevant experience

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation, including generous stock options, and benefits package to help you and your family build a healthy and secure future.

• Group health benefits that provide strong support for employee well-being and preventative care, including comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and flexible savings account plans
• A retirement program that helps build future financial security through both traditional and Roth 401(k) options with employer matching
• Generous paid time off plans to renew and refresh through vacation, personal leave, holidays, and parental leave