Senior Industrial Hygienist (CIH)

Aarcher Talent is seeking a Senior Industrial Hygienist (CIH)  for our client who is a growing producer of ultra-pure chemical products.  The ideal candidate will be a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) from an accredited institution and have experience developing and implementing comprehensive industrial hygiene programs, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities
 

• Perform air sampling, noise monitoring, and other specialized tests to assess the level of exposure to different agents and determine compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Stay up to date with new regulations, industry trends, and advancements in industrial hygiene practices, and recommend appropriate changes to existing programs and practices.
• Develop and implement comprehensive industrial hygiene programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies and participate in inspections and audits to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with management, engineering, and operations teams to design and implement effective engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment (PPE) to reduce or eliminate workplace hazards.
• Act as a resource and guide management, supervisors, and employees on industrial hygiene and occupational health matters.
• Conduct incident investigations related to occupational illnesses or exposures and implement corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
• Conduct comprehensive worksite evaluations to identify potential health hazards, including exposure to hazardous chemicals, noise, vibration, biological agents, and physical hazards.
• Analyze and interpret data collected from monitoring activities and prepare detailed reports documenting findings and recommendations for corrective actions.
• Provide employees with training and educational programs on industrial hygiene topics, including hazard communication, personal protection equipment, respiratory protection, hearing conservation, laboratory safety, blood-borne pathogens, and ergonomics.
• Act as a primary site expert on all laboratory and chemical hygiene issues.
• Review and authorize new chemical requests
• Create and implement training for new chemicals or hazards as needed.
• Work with relevant department groups to ensure adequate PPE, controls, etc. are in place.
• Assist the research and development with chemical requests and other tasks.
• Work with our Hazcom team to ensure we are adhering to compliance and regulatory mandates for our customers.
• Uphold all policies 
• Strict compliance with Environmental and Safety regulations.
• Compliance and individual accountability with the Quality System and ISO Regulation is required.  It is the employee’s commitment to ensure that the Company’s actual practices and procedures are exercised as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support and sustain a high-performing team.

Required:

• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) from an accredited institution (BCSP, ABIH, AAEES)
• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements, such as OSHA standards, EPA regulations, and local health and safety laws.
• Proficient in using computer software such as Microsoft Office Suite and industrial hygiene software for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong understanding of risk assessment techniques and experience in developing risk mitigation strategies.
• Experience in conducting training programs and delivering presentations on industrial hygiene topics.
• Ability to travel to various worksites as needed.
• Manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously to meet established deadlines.
• Work as a leader, member of the team, and independently.
• Perform tasks with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Desired:  

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) is highly desirable.
• Masters degree in occupational health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or a related field.