Description:
American Battery Technology Company (ABTC) provides technical development and commercialization of domestic, sustainable sourcing of critical battery materials through lithium-ion battery recycling and battery metal extraction technologies for use in batteries that power electric cars, grid storage applications, and consumer electronics and tools. Our first of kind systems produce commercial-scale battery materials that are sold into the battery manufacturing supply chain. ABTC is seeking a motivated and versatile Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to help build and strengthen our EHS program in a fast-growing manufacturing environment. This is a unique opportunity to advance your career while playing a key role in developing EHS processes, programs, and culture from the ground up. Based at ABTC's Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling Facility in the Tahoe Reno Industrial Center (TRIC) in McCarran, Nevada, you will partner with employees and leaders across all levels of the organization to promote a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace. Using a risk-based approach, you will drive employee engagement, support continuous improvement, and help foster a culture of safety and accountability. In this role, you will develop, implement, and improve programs within ABTC's EHS Management System, with exposure to environmental permitting and compliance, regulatory inspections, industrial hygiene, ergonomics, construction safety, waste management, and safety program development. You will also support training initiatives, incident investigations, and corrective actions that reduce risk and improve operational performance. You will help ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations while supporting ABTC's commitment to operational excellence, sustainability, and employee well-being. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow professionally while helping build a world-class EHS program in a dynamic startup environment, this role is for you.
Requirements:
Assist in the development of an EHS management system in partnership with EHS leadership. Develop new procedures, inspections, trainings, or reports as needed Actively work with site stakeholders to ensure that site and process changes result in improved controls of risks to health, safety and the environment. Perform audits and inspections, document results, and verify action and closure Analyze event trends and use risk-assessment methods to identify continuous improvement projects that reduce injury, illness and environmental impact events. Facilitate investigations from a Learning Teams approach, ensuring worker involvement and that preventative actions address system causes and not just focused on individual behaviors Participate in pre-job planning and verification of controls/safeguards before new, high risk, and non-standard work begins Monitor and administer EHS systems and tools used onsite (e.g., event reporting, action tracking, management of change, etc.)Deliver EHS Training and facilitate EHS Subcomittees with onsite teams
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Safety Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health or related field or equivalent experience 1-2 years work experience as an environmental, health or safety professional, preferably in a manufacturing, oil & gas, construction, or similar workplace. Those with an internship with work experience as an environmental, health or safety professional, will also be considered. Experience working with cross functional teams effectively. Experience supporting EHS program development, training all levels of personnel, and influencing/managing change to reduce risk and improve outcomes Experience with hazard analysis methods, hazard communication, powered industrial vehicle safety, OSHA compliance, event/incident investigation and learnings, and corrective action management Familiarity with industrial hygiene, industrial ergonomics, machine safety, environmental compliance processes Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure while managing competing demands and deadlines Experience implementing ISO 14001 and 45001 programs Excellent customer service skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Work, Power Point, Project, etc.)
Benefits:
Competitive salary Company-sponsored health, dental, vision, and life insurance Parental Leave Company-sponsored Employee Assistance Program Stock options 401(K) Flexible paid time off Expected Pay Range$80k - $130k per year. Compensation for this position may vary based on a number of individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The total compensation package may also include additional components such as bonus, equity, and benefits, which will be detailed upon offer of employment. Equal Opportunity Employer American Battery Technology Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Americans With Disabilities Act American Battery Technology Company does not discriminate based upon disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with the ADA title I employment regulations. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability or a special need, please contact Human Resources. Job SummaryID: 98904A1236Department: Type: full time
