Industrial Hygienist

As part of the Environmental, Health, and Safety Department, the Industrial Hygienist develops, implements, and maintains programs, policies, and procedures to measure and reduce employees' exposure to physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic stress factors. They will conduct environmental monitoring as needed to ensure employees are protected from health and safety hazards.

• Manages and calibrates equipment used to collect air and noise samples.
• Operates and directs the use of industrial hygiene equipment. Interfaces with the analytical lab to coordinate sampling and analysis. Produces industrial hygiene reports and explains information to relevant department(s).
• Evaluates the need for quantitative assessment of air contaminants, noise, and other physical, biological, and chemical stressors.
• Conducts environmental testing to confirm the effectiveness of new or existing hazard control systems against appropriate OELs. Provides recommendations for exposure controls when appropriate.
• Prepares or reviews order specifications for the purchase of safety equipment, ensuring that proper features are present and that items conform to the appropriate health and safety standards.
• Compiles, analyzes, and interprets statistical data related to occupational illnesses and incidents.
• Investigates industrial incidents, injuries, or occupational diseases. Determines root causes and implements corrective or preventative measures. Reports or reviews findings from incident investigations, facilities inspections, or environmental testing. Conducts interviews with various individuals to obtain information about work environments and workplace incidents.
• Maintains and applies knowledge of current occupational health and safety regulations applicable to AMERICAN's manufacturing processes.
• Provides consultation and advice on occupational health problems and concerns, when needed.
• Reviews internal health and safety programs, policies, and procedures to determine their effectiveness and recommends improvements when necessary.
• Develops materials and processes for health- or safety-related training where technical knowledge is needed, including exposure-related issues with complex legal requirements and other requirements, such as those provided by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, etc.
• Advises various parties on workers' compensation claims pertaining to workplace exposures.
• Reviews and interprets federal and state regulations on safety. Makes recommendations to Company policies or procedures to ensure compliance is maintained and best practices are utilized.
• Keeps work area clean and orderly. Knows safety rules that apply to the safety of others and to personal safety. Reports malfunction of equipment to proper authority. Performs other work as instructed by supervision.
• Adheres, supports, and strictly follows Company, quality, and environmental standards and directives while performing job duties for the protection of themselves and others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must exhibit a bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene from an accredited four-year college or university. Proof of degree required. A transcript or diploma would be acceptable and must be provided. OR Must exhibit a bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study from an accredited four-year college or university with at least one (1) year of previous experience working in an Industrial Hygiene role. Proof of degree required. A transcript or diploma would be acceptable and must be provided.
2. Must exhibit the ability to interpret Industrial Hygiene monitoring data and compare against the appropriate Occupational Exposure Limits (OELs) to determine compliance and make recommendations for improvements.
3. Must exhibit the ability to use and maintain Industrial Hygiene monitoring equipment.
4. Must exhibit strong project management, teamwork, presentation, and strategic planning skills.
5. Must exhibit good attention to detail and good organizational skills.
6. Must exhibit strong technical writing skills.
7. Must exhibit good oral and written communication skills with all levels of the Company (i.e., good command of grammar and spelling). Must exhibit the ability to communicate in a courteous, polite, and effective manner, both verbally and in written format.
8. Must exhibit the ability to perform mathematical calculations accurately.
9. Must exhibit the ability to learn technical systems and analytical or scientific software (e.g., statistical computing programs, chemical management software, etc.).
10. Must exhibit a working knowledge in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database software, such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
11. Must exhibit good reasoning and analytical skills for identifying and resolving problems.
12. Must exhibit good interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact with persons of different socio-economic, cultural, and educational backgrounds. Must exhibit the ability to cooperate well with other individuals and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
13. Must be able to read and interpret technical information, such as federal and state regulations on safety.
14. Must be able to work extra hours on weekdays, weekends, and holidays as required to fulfill job duties.
15. Must be willing and able to travel as required in order to perform job duties and represent the Company when needed.
16. Due to the hazardous nature of the job environment (mobile equipment, overhead cranes, etc.), an acceptable level of vision and hearing is required in order to identify and respond to visual and audible warnings in a safe manner.
17. Must exhibit the ability to work with confidential information and maintain confidentiality.
18. Must possess a valid state issued driver's license.
19. Must exhibit a tolerance for stress, the ability to manage multiple tasks, work independently, and meet deadlines under a dynamic work schedule. The nature of this job requires performing job duties with numerous interruptions.
20. Must exhibit professionalism and good judgment.
21. Must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
22. Must exhibit the ability to effectively train others.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Master's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health, or other relevant field of study from an accredited college or university. Proof of degree required. A transcript or diploma would be acceptable and must be provided.
2. Certification in Environmental Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or equivalent. Proof of certification required.
3. Three or more years of experience working as an Industrial Hygienist or similar role.
4. Previous experience working in a heavy industrial environment.

AMERICAN Benefits:

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonus Plan
• Eagan Center for Wellness
• Medical, Dental, and Supplemental Vision
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

About AMERICAN:

Founded in Birmingham, Alabama in 1905, AMERICAN is a manufacturer of fire hydrants, valves, ductile iron and spiral-welded steel pipe for the waterworks industry, and high-frequency-welded steel pipe for the oil and natural gas industries. AMERICAN's diversified product line also includes fire pumps, structural casing and piling, castings for waterworks products and large machinery, and specialty rubber products. For more than a century, AMERICAN has been committed to doing things The Right Way by applying the Golden Rule in life and in business, always exceeding customer expectations, by empowering and supporting our team members, and by being a good neighbor in our communities.

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