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Apex Companies, LLC

EHS Specialist

Apex Companies, LLC, Bingen, Washington, United States, 98605

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Overview Are you highly motivated, hard-working, and seeking to join a growth-focused consulting & engineering firm? Apex Companies is a fast-growing engineering and environmental consulting firm recognized for client service and project excellence. We invest in development and growth of our employees and strive to grow with our people.

Apex is seeking a EHS Specialist to be based in Bingen, WA.

Role Overview This role is focused on employee accident prevention. The incumbent will execute occupational safety projects from start to finish with a blend of workplace/shop floor presence and desktop entry duties.

A well-rounded knowledge of general EHS knowledge is expected. This is an entry-level position, so it is not required to be a subject matter expert. A strong willingness to learn is important. The incumbent should be an energetic self-starter who can work independently and produce results within budget and timeframe.

Your Responsibilities as an Apex Occupational Safety Professional

Providing comprehensive occupational safety consulting services to clients, including:

Conducting shop floor observations focused on identifying, assessing and risk-ranking employee exposures to injury

Devising solution options aimed at mitigating employee injury exposures

Providing clients with hands-on assistance with implementation of chosen injury prevention solutions and initiatives

Monitoring the effectiveness of implemented solutions

Tracking and analyzing clients' employee injury experience to identify trends and potential high-leverage accident prevention activities

Collaborating with Apex project managers to coordinate and execute EHS projects within established procedures and standards

Designing, implementing, and executing service plans in collaboration with the external customer; monitoring and reporting progress; working with internal and external stakeholders to achieve project velocity

Acting as an advisor to the customer on EHS issues

Working closely with senior Apex personnel at the same location

Providing input to project managers on project status

Benchmarking results using customer-assigned benchmarking software

Perform Hazard analyses and related safety activities

What we are looking for

Bachelor's degree preferred in science, engineering, or a related field

Minimum 1+ years of experience in the EHS field

Desirable but not required: ASP or CSP, CHMM, CEM, or forklift safety training experience

Experience in manufacturing/assembly or heavy industry settings is a plus

Experience in aerospace/defense or automotive industries is a plus

Strong knowledge of occupational safety technical subject matter and its real-life application (e.g., shop floor hazard identification, JSA/JHA, injury data analysis, machine guarding, fall prevention, lockout/tagout, confined space, PPE, EPA regulations, contractor safety, OSHA regulations, hazardous waste submittals, IH basics)

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Creativity and self-starter initiative; ability to manage routine, ongoing work and negotiate with multiple customer stakeholders

Willingness to learn new skills

Ensures compliance with all EHS regulations and keeps abreast of changes

Strong technical writing, multi-tasking, safety awareness, and safe work practice records

Experience with data management and report preparation

Valid driver's license

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

US Citizenship is required

Why you will want to work at Apex

Company-subsidized medical and dental

Company-paid life, short-term and long-term disability

401k match, tuition assistance, and more

Cross-training and opportunity to work on a variety of projects

Performance-based bonuses or other incentives

1,700+ employees across 50+ locations

Job Location Bingen, WA (with occasional travel to Hood River, OR and The Dalles, OR)

Travel Expectations Typically local/regional travel only

Apex Job Title: Scientist 1

Req ID: 10749

Annual Expected Pay Range

$72,000 — $80,000 USD

We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity of our employees, customers, and communities. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require accommodation to navigate our website or apply, please contact Talent@apexcos.com or (301) 417-0200. EO/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer

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