Safety Specialist

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is seeking an experienced safety specialist to provide full-time support to health and safety efforts. This team is supporting growing energetics manufacturing and research and development groups. The position will be hybrid at a federal site in Indian Head, Maryland, in the Washington, DC metro area. Indian Head is approximately 30 miles from Washington, DC, 25 miles from Alexandria, VA, and 60 miles from Fredericksburg, VA. Alternative work schedules may be considered.

Job Description:

• Support/manage safety and occupational health programs

• Support/participate in program compliance audits by outside organizations

• Prepare or review standard operating procedures

• Serve as a key safety reviewer for process manufacturing start-up and approval

• Perform walkthroughs and safety and health inspections of manufacturing areas, storage facilities, test ranges, laboratories, and administrative spaces; document any recommendations

• Perform follow-up inspections to close out recommendations, specifically on hazard abatement to close out deficiencies in accordance with 29 CFR 1960

• Track the status of open actions using databases or spreadsheets

• Interact with process owners and design teams

• Participate in hazard analyses and process start-up reviews

• Review, update, and present training on safety and occupational health topics

• Support mishap and incident investigations

• Maintain compliance with Federal, Navy, and local policies

Qualifications and Skills:

• Safety Specialists should have a minimum of 2 years of safety and occupational health experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health and Safety, or related engineering or science field is preferred, but equivalent work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree

• Strong understanding of 29 CFR 1910

• Engineers should have experience in reviewing technical data packages and engineering drawings; conducting design reviews with respect to ADA, NFPA, ASHRAE, and/or ANSI compliance; and providing input for hazard identification and mitigation

• A General Industry Certification (e.g., Certified Industrial Hygienist, Certified Safety Professional, Associate Safety Professional) is preferred but not required

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• A minimum of 2 years of experience with explosives safety is preferred but not required

• Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance; Must be a U.S. citizen as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC and affirmative action regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. As such, successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse and inclusive teams.

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As ERG is a friendly, flexible, inclusive environment and has clients who are committed to making the world a better place, ERGers are incredibly dedicated. We promote and recognize principles of fairness, equity, and social justice in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.