HSE Specialist – 2nd Shift (2pm - 10pm)

Oerlikon

. Support and maintain health, safety, and environmental programs across manufacturing, powder manufacturing, R&D laboratories, machine shop, warehousing, and logistics activities .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeWestbury • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in health, safety, and environmental program management, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations. Proficient in conducting safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations while promoting a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.

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HSE Program ManagementIncident InvestigationSafety AuditsOSHA ComplianceISO 14001 Implementation

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Hard Skills

Risk AssessmentJob Hazard AnalysisRoot Cause AnalysisChemical Safety ManagementHazardous Waste ManagementForklift OperationThermal Spray KnowledgePowder Manufacturing KnowledgeIndustrial HygieneEnvironmental Compliance

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationProblem-SolvingOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

LOTOHot Work ProceduresConfined Space EntryHazard CommunicationContractor Safety ProgramsMOC

Certifications & Qualifications

Forklift CertificationASPCSPOHSTCHMMCIH

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingIndustrial SafetyEnvironmental ScienceChemical SafetyAerospaceMetalworkingMachiningAdvanced ManufacturingISO 45001Safety Training

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support and maintain health, safety, and environmental programs across manufacturing, powder manufacturing, R&D laboratories, machine shop, warehousing, and logistics activities
Conduct safety inspections, audits, risk assessments, and job hazard analyses to identify hazards and implement corrective actions
Investigate incidents, injuries, near misses, and environmental events using root cause analysis and ensure timely corrective-action closure
Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, other applicable regulations, company policies, and industry standards
Develop and deliver employee safety training, orientation programs, and safety awareness initiatives
Administer safe work programs including LOTO, Hot Work, Confined Space Entry, Working at Heights, Hazard Communication, Contractor Safety, and MOC
Support occupational health and industrial hygiene programs, including exposure monitoring
Manage chemical safety programs, SDS, chemical inventories, storage, handling, labeling, and training
Administer hazardous waste management, including characterization, storage, labeling, inspections, records, training, and disposal coordination
Support environmental compliance programs for hazardous waste, universal waste, air emissions, wastewater, spill prevention, recycling, and pollution prevention
Promote safe handling, processing, storage, and transportation of metal powders and combustible dusts
Support warehouse and logistics safety, including material handling, shipping and receiving, and forklift programs
Operate forklifts and other powered industrial trucks as required
Participate in emergency preparedness, spill response, drills, and incident response
Maintain HSE records, training documentation, permits, reports, and performance metrics
Support ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 implementation and continual improvement
Partner with operations, engineering, maintenance, quality, and R&D teams to improve safety, environmental compliance, and operational excellence

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field, or equivalent experience
3+ years of HSE experience in a manufacturing, industrial, chemical, or related environment
Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and environmental regulations
Experience conducting incident investigations, safety audits, and risk assessments
Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Experience in thermal spray, powder manufacturing, metalworking, machining, aerospace, coatings, or advanced manufacturing environments
Knowledge of machining operations and powder manufacturing
Experience supporting ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems
Forklift certification or ability to become certified
ASP, CSP, OHST, CHMM, CIH, or similar professional certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Development opportunities
Competitive salary
Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums
Company-sponsored HSA contributions
Dental and vision coverage
Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs
401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match
Financial planning and education options
Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources
Generous paid time off
12 paid company holidays
100% company-paid life insurance and disability insurance
Employee Referral Bonus program
2 weeks paid time off accrued monthly
48 hours personal/sick time (exception for NY where State law applies)
Pet insurance
Benefits effective day one of hire