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Position Summary

To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must have a passion for and demonstrated commitment for workplace injury prevention and be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The incumbent will have general knowledge of OSHA regulations, standard safety procedures, and best safe work practices. General knowledge of behavioral-based safety programs is a plus. Timely completion and follow-up of assigned tasks and accurate collection and tracking of required data is essential.

Shift schedule is Friday thru Monday; 7:00pm to 5:30am and comes with a 18% shift differential.

Primary Duties

Under general supervision of the site HSE Supervisor, the HSE Technician I will:

• Implement and monitor the facilities health & safety programs, policies, and procedures.

• May assist with monitoring environmental practices and permitting to ensure compliance.

• Perform job safety analysis (JSA’s) and recommend corrective actions.

• Conduct safety training including:

• New employee safety orientation

• Specific occupational health

• Safety topic training to individuals and groups

• Inspect and maintain safety equipment, including fire extinguishers, safety showers/eye wash, first Aid kits and AED’s.

• Assist with site Safety Committee activities and Building Emergency Response Teams (B.E.R.T.S) as required.

• Assist with maintaining the facility wide, web based chemical inventory list and Safety Data Sheets

• Track, compile and report safety and training statistics.

• Ensure department mgt. has all tools and information required to effectively implement safety programs and initiatives.

• Conduct safety and environmental inspections.

• Perform incident and near miss investigations.

• Other duties as assigned.

  Supplemental Data

• May spend workday at multiple physical locations in work environments including office, clean space manufacturing, R&D lab and bio-chemistry.

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

• Some local travel is required between bioMérieux buildings (all within Salt Lake City, Utah)

  Training and Education

  Bachelor's degree in safety, or other technical discipline (i.e engineering, industrial hygiene, science)

  OR

  In lieu of a degree, 2 or more years of relevant experience may suffice.

  Experience

• Minimum of two years’ experience performing OSHA HSE duties in a manufacturing environment. Or equivalent education

• Must have experience in training preparation and presentation to individuals and groups.

  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Oral Communication - The ability to effectively communicate with all site personnel and regulators. This includes ability to reinforce HSE concepts and policies in a manner that promotes learning and compliance.

• Written Communication – The ability to write reports, training materials, standard operating procedures, and policies.

• Planning/Organizing - The ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and multi-tasks.

• Reasoning - The ability to collect and accurately assemble data in a logical manner. The ability to read, analyze and interpret job related information.

• Dependability – Must have timely and accurate reporting, tracking and follow-up of assignments.

• Computer Skills – Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, Power Point, etc.

• Timely completion and follow-up of assigned tasks and accurate collection and tracking of required data is essential.

  Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in stationary position, often standing, for prolonged periods.

• Ability to ascend/descend stairs, ladders, ramps, and the like.

• Ability to wear PPE correctly most of the day.

• Ability to adjust or move objects up to 40 pounds in all directions.

• Ability to pass a respirator fit test and have ability to gown for clean room environments

• Fine motor coordination

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