Gaithersburg, MD, US
3 days ago
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Job Locations US-VA-Manassas | US-MD-Gaithersburg | US-MD-Germantown Role Type hybrid Department Compliance & Quality Assurance Job ID 2025-3922 Overview

Ready to shape the future of science and global health? ATCC, a leading nonprofit biological resources and standards organization, is seeking an Industrial Safety Specialist to support our Environmental Health and Safety Team and local ATCC facilities in VA and MD.  This EHS Industrial Safety Specialist will work onsite, likely 3 days in Manassas, VA, 1 day in Gaithersburg or Germantown, MD and 1 day remote per week. 

 

This role requires industrial safety and OSHA compliance experience, ideally in laboratory general industry setting.  This Industrial Safety Specialist will collaborate closely with our facilities team on major facility-related projects. Responsibilities include development and maintenance of Industrial Safety Programs and OSHA compliance programs, general EHS duties, incident response, and emergency management. 

 

Join ATCC and be part of a team that supports the global scientific community with trusted, authenticated biological materials.

Responsibilities Industrial Safety Training and Compliance: Develop and support Industrial Safety programs with improvements for organizational safety training, while ensuring compliance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and standards. Audits, Inspections, and Reporting: Lead safety audits and inspections following routine processes and detailed instructions. Review safety and environmental reports, compile, analyze, and interpret data, reporting on department metrics as requested. Emergency Response and Program Maintenance: Respond to emergency environmental and/or safety situations, exercising judgment within procedures. Maintains Industrial Safety Programs and OSHA compliance programs, including Respiratory Protection Program for compliance. Conduct new employee and contractor safety training, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local regulations and standards. Utilize company policies and procedures to address compliance challenges.  Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and 2-5 years’ experience or equivalent Solid understanding of federal, state, and local environmental health and safety regulations. General industry industrial safety experience required.  Proficiency in conducting safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments. Strong data analysis and reporting skills. Ability to coordinate and lead safety training programs. Experience with emergency response procedures and protocols. General Industry Safety (preferred)OSHA certifications (LOTO, Confined Space, Fall Protection, Electrical Safety, Respiratory Protection, etc. highly preferred) Benefits

We Invest in You 

 

Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical coverage and company paid Life Insurance, Disability Insurance & AD&DWork life balance with Paid Holidays and PTOFitness and cell phone subsidies, and additional benefits such as Aflac, legal services, and pet insuranceEmployee Assistance Program offering around-the-clock counselingFinancial security: 401(a) (6% employer contribution) and 403(b) (2% match) retirement plansExceptional career advancement opportunities, recognition, and rewardsCorporate bonus programMission Focused:Non-profit organization supporting critical life science researchWe give scientists the tools they need to make discoveries that improve and save livesContribute to community involvement and social responsibility

 

Join ATCC, where we fuel your success, well-being, and development.  We're a mission focused non-profit Equal Opportunity Employer, championing diversity and inclusivity. When you work at ATCC, you become a part of that mission, one we’ve committed to for almost 100 years. Shape the future of science with us. 

  

ATCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. 

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