EHS Technician I

CAES Systems LLC
paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, California, San Jose
5300 Hellyer Avenue (Show on map)
Jan 25, 2025
Delivering mission-critical, electronic solutions that protect lives. Use your creativity and critical thinking to take our products from concept to customer. At CAES, we engineer solutions for the world's most critical missions. We serve customers in the defense and aerospace markets. Seeking a career that offers challenging, diverse projects and opportunities? Looking for a position with a company that offers long-term professional advancement? Searching for a place that values a diverse, team-based environment? One that values YOU. Consider CAES. The most important thing we build is TRUST Overview CAES Missile Systems, in San Jose, CA is currently seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety Technician to be a part of the Safety Group. This position will report directly to the EHS Supervisor and primary responsibilities will include manage the chemicals coming into the building and deploy them to various areas throughout the site; and pick up and segregate the associated hazardous wastes generated from manufacturing and assembly processes in accordance with Federal/State/Local Regulations and Requirements. Responsibilities Managing and documenting all chemical use at the site, from the time of delivery at the shipping and receiving area, to the unpacking, labeling and recordkeeping of the ultimate disposal of chemical waste, keeping the site in compliance with California and Federal hazardous material and hazardous waste regulations. Investigating chemicals as needed for manufacturing Collecting, Storing and labeling/dating the chemical wastes in accordance with CA and Federal EPA regulations Scheduling and preparation of shipping documents associated with hazardous wastes and universal wastes Coordinate recycling of used batteries, semi-precious metals, and sorting of some electronic waste streams Maintain supplies to support manufacturing which would include first aid supplies, ergonomic aids, waste containers, and chairs Completing spill clean-up and management of spill cleanup equipment Inventory and placing orders of gas cylinders from our supplier used for production Restocking chemicals on the manufacturing floor & rinsing & disposing of used chemical containers Providing labels for all hazardous waste streams, secondary labeling, special chemical labels and EHS signage Conducting daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly inspections around the site and report any negative findings back to the EHS Supervisor Set up of ergonomic equipment in an office setting, sit stands, ergo keyboard trays, ergonomic chairs etc. May be asked to back-up some facilities tasks or other maintenance roles based on needs of the company Qualifications Minimum: High School Diploma or GED Experience working with hazardous material and waste Highly organized with strong follow-up skills to track & manage tasks Experience customer service skills, working with Operations & Facilities This position requires access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws. In order to be eligible for this position, you must be a "US Person" under US export laws (or eligible for approval under a U.S. Government export license). Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance Preferred: College coursework in Chemistry Certified in Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (as per Cal-OSHA General Industrial Safety Order # 5192) Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance Pay Range: $25.00 - $31.00 hourly. Applicable pay within the posted range may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographical location, job function of the position, education, and experience of the successful candidate. CAES provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, 401K, paid holidays and vacation. #LI-JM1 EMPLOYMENT TRANSPARENCY BENEFITS We take care of our people and provide competitive health, wealth and wellbeing benefits - from day one. You'll also discover learning and development opportunities so you can take your career to the next level - and beyond. Other benefits include: Comprehensive PTO, Paid Holiday and Paid Family Leave Programs. Student Loan Repayment Program & Tuition Reimbursement 9/80 Alternate Work Week Schedule Tailored Management/Leadership Training Innovative Medical Programs, Including Family Forming ABOUT CAES CAES is the largest provider of analog and radiation hardened technology for the United States aerospace and defense industry. From human spaceflight and space exploration, to missile defense and electronic warfare, to healthcare solutions addressing COVID-19, our talented team develop high performing electronic solutions that work the first time, every time. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER At CAES we welcome differences and celebrate new ideas. We believe the diversity of our people inspires our creativity and drives our innovation. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the employment process, please email CAEScareers@caes.com.