Health & Safety/Industrial Hygienist

Morgan Advanced Materials is a business rich in history and innovation. Founded in the UK in 1856, we have grown into a global organisation with 70 sites in 18 countries. Our model to serve our customers where they need us has led to a diversified product range using our unparalleled expertise in ceramic and carbon materials, which we exploit to solve difficult problems for our customers across a diverse range of markets.

We are a purpose driven organisation. Our purpose is to use advanced materials to make the world more sustainable and to improve the quality of life. We deliver on that purpose through the products that we make, and the way that we make them.

The Thermal Ceramics division designs, manufactures and installs a broad range of thermal insulation products that significantly reduce energy consumption and emissions in a variety of high temperature processing applications. Our product offering is extensive and covers application needs from Industrial to Commercial markets.

 Key Figures: Revenue £1,112m (2022), ~8,500 employees, manufacturing in 30+ countries, and a global customer portfolio. A UK PLC with head office located in Windsor, Berkshire UK.  Listed on London Stock Exchange; Member of the FTSE 250 Index.

The Safety / Industrial Hygienist will be responsible for implementing policies, analyzing data, conducting inspections, and facilitating training to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. This position is responsible for the administration of the health and safety programs, audits, and certifications.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Manages the Morgan H&S Framework to maintain compliance with Morgan Standards and OSHA standards.
• Monitors and promotes H&S initiatives such as near miss, Take 5, and think SAFE programs.
• Conducts Industrial Hygiene sampling for Morgan sites and externally for Morgan customer sites.
• Maintain chain of custody records for all samples and calibration of equipment.
• Travel to customer sites is expected to accomplish external Industrial Hygiene sampling.
• Provide report to customers on IH sampling results and recommendations for improvements.
• Maintain inventory of IH sampling supplies and equipment and keep in good working order.
• Inspects the facility to identify safety, health, and environmental risks and provides corrective actions if needed.
• Reports out weekly, monthly Key Process Indicator detail.
• Administers health and safety procedures for all areas of the company.
• Prepares and schedules training to cover emergency procedures, workplace safety, powered industrial vehicle, and other relevant topics.
• Creates and maintains Health and Safety training records.
• Assist with performing Risk Analysis and ergonomic evaluations.
• Responsible for Safety manual updates and programs.
• Tracks non-conformances until closure with appropriate documentation.
• Tracks risk management activities, reporting and audits.
• Facilitate compliance with emergency equipment and assist safety service company with monthly inspections.
• Orchestrates and conducts biweekly safety committee meetings.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental health and safety or related discipline required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Environmental, Health and Safety required; preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Industrial Hygiene certification is strongly preferred.

OTHER RELATED QUALIFICATIONS

• Individual must be a
  • Citizen of the United States, or
  • Permanent resident alien of the United States, or
  • Protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324(a)(3)
• Ability to obtain passport is required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Mathematical skills ability to computer and interpret rate, ratio, percentage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Strong work practices and caching skills.
• Ability to maintain good organizational skills for record keeping and data collection.
• Outstanding cross-functional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks.
• Ability to work cohesively within a team and independently with minimal supervision.

SCHEDULE DESCRIPTION

The typical schedule for this position is Monday through Friday 8 hours per day. Must be willing to work overtime as needed. This is not a remote position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand and walk.
• Frequent use of computer equipment (mouse, keyboard, etc.).
• Occasionally required to stoop, bend, and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department within a manufacturing environment and wear, when required, personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, ear plugs and safety shoes.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position will work mainly in a controlled office environment, with periods of time on the production floor.
• The noise level on the production floor can be up to 85 decibels.
• During summer months, employee may have to work in temperatures as high as 110 degrees for prolonged periods of time.
• When on the production floor the employee will work around and near rotating equipment and powered industrial vehicles.
• Required to wear steel toed shoes, safety glasses and ear plugs in the manufacturing area.
• Respirators may be required in specific areas of the plant.