EHS Specialist Bingen, WA

Are you highly motivated, hard-working, and seeking to join a growth-focused consulting & engineering firm? Are you looking for a company that will invest in your development and grow your professional skills? If so, consider a career with Apex!Powered by record sales, extraordinary client retention, strategic acquisitions, and an entrepreneurial spirit, Apex Companies is one of the fastest growing engineering and environmental consulting firms in the US. We were recently recognized by the Zweig Group as one of the fastest growing firms in the AEC industry. We take pride in providing our clients with exceptional service and have earned numerous awards for project excellence. We continue to grow, andwe want you to grow with us.Apex is seeking a EHS Specialist to be based in Bingen, WA.Role Overview:This role is all about employee accident prevention. The incumbent will execute occupational safety projects from start to finish. The role will routinely involve a blend of (1) workplace / shop floor presence and (2) desktop entry duties.A well-rounded knowledge of general EHS knowledge. This is an entry-level position, so it is not expected the ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert in the field. However, a strong willingness to learn is important.Perhaps most importantly, the incumbent will be an energetic self-starter with the ability to work independently and produce results within budget and timeframe.Your Responsibilities as an Apex Occupational Safety Professional :Provid ing 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 solutions implemented. Have they stood the test of time?Tracking and analyzing clients’ employee injury experience, looking for trends, common themes, and potential high leverage accident prevention activitiesIn collaboration with Apex project managers, coordinates and executes EHS projects within set organizational procedures and close routine collaboration with the external customer, designs, implements and executes an agreed-to service plan. Monitors and reports progress on plan completion as directed. Works with numerous internal and external stakeholders in the interest of achieving desired overall project velocity.Acts as an advisor to the customer on EHS issues.Works closely with senior level Apex personnel at the same locationProvides input to project managers on status of projects.Benchmarking results utilizing customer assigned benchmarking software.What we a re looking for:Bachelor's degree preferred– science, engineering or related field preferredMinimum 1+ years of experience required, working in the EHS fieldDesirable, but NOT required: Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) professional accreditation, Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) or Certified Environmental Manager (CEM), or forklift safety training experience.Experience in manufacturing-&-assembly industries / heavy industry settings a plus.Experience in the aerospace and defense or automotive industry a further plus.Possess an extensive knowledge of occupational safety technical subject matter and how to apply it in real-life settings. Just a few topics where strong technical knowledge is required:Shop Floor Hazard Identification SurveysJob Safety Analysis / Job Hazard AnalysisEmployee Injury Data AnalysisMachine GuardingSlip/Trip/Fall PreventionFalls from ElevationLockout/Tagout & Energized Electrical Equipment SafetyConfined Space EntryPersonal Protective EquipmentUnderstanding of EPA regulations and how they apply to the clientContractor SafetyBroad spectrum OSHA Regulations understandingHazardous Waste submittals to the state and federal governmentGeneral understanding of the principles of Industrial Hygiene (IH)Strong interpersonal communication skills.A great deal of creativity and self-starter initiative is required. This position entails routine ongoing work and negotiation with numerous customer stakeholders – all of whom need to be ‘satisfied’ with respect to project purpose, scope, and tactics.Willingness to learn new skillsEnsures compliance with all EHS regulations and keeps abreast of any changes to laws and regulations that impact the organization.Strong technical writing skills, the ability to successfully multi-task, safety awareness, and a good record and understanding of safe work practices.Experience with data management andreport preparation.Valid driver's license required.Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.US Citizenship is requiredWhy you will want to work at Apex:Company-subsidized medical and pany-paid life, short, and long-term disability.401k match, tuition assistance, and more.Cross-training and the ability to work on a variety of projects.Performance-based bonuses or other incentives.1,700 + employee national firm with 50+ locations across the US.Job Location : Bingen, WA (with occasional travel to Hood River and The Dalles, OR)Travel Expectations : Typically, local/r egional onlyApex Job Title: Scientist 1Annual Expected Pay Range$72,000 - $80,000 USDWe believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity and differences of our employees, customers, and communities. 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