Senior Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

• Develops documents and maintains environmental health and safety (EHS) programs (e.g. hazardous materials emergency response plans) in compliance with Federal State and Local legislation.
• Recording and maintaining data on safety-related incidents and responses including incident investigation and root cause analysis
• Creates EHS programs and instructs employees in matters pertaining but not limited to occupational health injury prevention safe operation of equipment and proper handling/cleanup of chemicals and hazardous materials.
• Conducts inspections and reports on tests and investigations to obtain data for use in determining sources of pollution and methods for controlling pollutants in air soil and water.
• Acts as a representative responding to public inquiries audits (internal and external) government agencies or executive inquiries.
• Partner with other support services (Facilities and Laboratory) to ensure compliance with UL Solutions programs and Federal State and local requirements.
• Consult as needed on site wide continuous improvement and 5S Activities
• Act as a remote EHS representative for other UL Solutions locations as directed.
• Analyzes interprets and validates information on hazardous materials and chemicals.
• Available to work flexible shifts including days nights and/or weekends.
• Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.
• Performs other duties as directed.

• University Degree in Industrial Hygiene Occupational Safety and Health Chemistry Physics Biology Engineering or closely related field plus additional requirement of one of the following:
• Related Master's degree or Certified Industrial Hygienist (American Board of Industrial Hygiene) or Professional Engineer license or Certified Safety Professional (Board of Certified Professionals) and 4 or more years directly related experience.
• min. 3-4 years of experience in the related field
• This position requires periodic travel by car and/or airline (or other public transportation) to other UL Solutions sites as assigned and perform in-person audits/ inspections/ investigations in a wide variety of laboratory and office environments. Flexibility to work non-traditional business hours as needed. Travel required: up to 10-15%.
• Frequent use of computers and office equipment is required.
• Ability to stand and walk extensively (concrete floors) for up to periods several times a day is required.
• Ability to move safely over uneven terrain; ascend/descend stairs/ladders/scaffolding required.
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs assisted or unassisted pushing; pulling; bending; reaching; handling; stooping; working in tight spaces and working in hot/cold environments will occasionally be required in lab office and outside environments.
• Ability to recognize emergency situations and respond quickly.
• Ability to wear a respirator and other personal protective equipment when required while performing select duties.

What We Do

A global leader in applied safety science UL Solutions transforms safety security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 100 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing inspection and certification services together with software products and advisory offerings that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Certification Marks serve as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflect an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate launch new products and services navigate global markets and complex supply chains and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.

Why Work With Us

Science is in our DNA; we are endlessly curious and passionate about seeking and speaking the truth. We take delight in knowing that our work makes a meaningful contribution to society and we are proud that our culture is centered on integrity collaboration inclusion and excellence.

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