Health & Safety Officer

Role Overview

As the Health & Safety Officer, you will work closely with the COO and the leadership team to develop and implement safety initiatives, support the build-out of new labs, and the installation/commissioning of equipment purchases. This role offers the unique opportunity to drive operational excellence, shape the company’s operational standards, and lead key initiatives in a high-impact, fast-paced environment.

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Responsibilities

• Lead the Safety Department and support all program activities
• Review existing policies and procedures for compliance with industry standards/best practices including shipping protocols
• Create and enforce safety policies and preventative measures for all lab areas both externally (vendors) and internally
• Oversee proper handling and disposal of chemicals and hazardous waste
• Support the build-out of new labs and upgrading current lab infostructures
• Perform regular safety and 5S audits of lab areas and office

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What You Need

• Technical and practical proficiency of EHS issues across research and development, manufacturing, construction and field operations
• Experience growing an EHS organization in a related field (battery technology, chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical manufacturing)
• Experience leading design reviews on technical deliverables

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What We’d Like to See

• Experience in both startups and an affinity for improving processes
• Experience with battery-related safety procedures is a plus (Lithium)
• design experience, specifically for safe lab infrastructure
• Experience handling and disposal of chemicals and hazardous waste

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How to Apply

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