Environmental Heath Safety Engineer
Environmental Heath Safety Engineer
Based in Yakima, WA, Triumph Actuation and Landing Gear Systems designs, manufactures, assembles, tests, and provides MRO services for aerospace products and systems that include hydraulic actuators, hydraulic valves and manifolds, hydraulic fuses, and repeatable release holdback bars and employs more than 240 employees.Triumph Actuation Products and Services - Yakima is an industry leader in landing gear actuation, providing actuation components to every major aircraft manufacturer. Triumph Actuation Products and Services - Yakima is also the sole supplier of the critical repeatable release holdback bars used for launching US Navy fighter jets from aircraft carriers. TRIUMPH has provided every holdback bar since the F-14.
Yakima, Washington, is a vibrant city nestled in the heart of the state. Known for its rich cultural heritage, stunning natural landscapes, and thriving agricultural industry, Yakima offers a unique blend of urban amenities and outdoor adventures. With its thriving wine industry, stunning scenic drives, and rich Native American heritage, Yakima invites visitors to immerse themselves in its diverse offerings and welcoming community, blending tradition with modern innovation.
Responsibilities
Job Summary
The Site EHS Specialist ensures regulatory compliance and supports a strong safety culture through incident investigation, environmental management, training, and coordination with employees, the Safety Committee, and site leadership.
Essential Functions
Safety Programs and Site Support
- Serve as a safety champion, promoting proactive hazard awareness, safe behaviors, and continuous improvement throughout the site.
- Coordinate and guide the Safety Committee to ensure productive meetings, effective followthrough on action items, and meaningful participation in safety initiatives.
- Assist with emergency preparedness planning, drills, equipment readiness, and required documentation.
- Manage and maintain assigned safety programs, including lockout/tagout, mobile equipment, contractor safety, and safe work practices.
- Investigate incidents, near misses, injuries, and illnesses; perform rootcause analysis and support implementation and verification of corrective and preventive actions.
- Support the returntowork (RTW) and accommodation process in collaboration with HR leadership, supervisors, and corporate partners.
Regulatory Compliance and Environmental Management
- Ensure compliance with GMP and applicable regulatory standards, including WA OSHA, WA EPA, and all relevant federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations.
Maintain Triumphs Environmental Management System (EMS) and support ongoing compliance with ISO 14001 Environmental Management System requirements. - Monitor environmental compliance related to wastewater, stormwater, spill prevention and response, and environmental reporting. Organize and equip spillcontrol and stormwater response teams; support spill drills and related documentation.
- Prepare, update, and maintain environmental permits and regulatory documentation.
- Evaluate and prepare documentation for licensed hazardous waste disposal vendors; oversee hazardous waste handling in alignment with regulatory requirements.
Risk Assessment and Hazard Evaluation
- Conduct workplace risk assessments using established methodologies and hazardanalysis tools.
- Evaluate operations, materials, equipment, and work practices to identify and mitigate environmental and occupational hazards.
- Conduct EHS audits and inspections; assist in implementing recommendations, tracking corrective actions, and verifying effectiveness.
Training, Communication, and Collaboration
- Deliver EHS training programs including newhire orientations, refresher courses, and regulatory certifications.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with employees, supervisors, the Site Leadership Team (SLT), and Corporate EHS regarding incidents, safety expectations, compliance requirements, and environmental performance.
- Support crossdepartment communication of EHS concepts to reinforce understanding, accountability, and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate effectively with HR, Operations, Facilities, Corporate EHS, and other stakeholders while managing time, priorities, and documentation requirements.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience Required
- Bachelors degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Physical Sciences, Business Management, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 36 years of experience in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) roles.
Professional EHS certifications (REM, CIH, ASP, CSP, CHMM) preferred. - Strong written and verbal communication skills; must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Ability to collect, analyze, and report safety incident data in accordance with corporate reporting requirements.
- Ability to provide accurate and consistent EHS guidance and support to site management.
- Experience with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or comparable environmental or quality management systems preferred.
- Experience in aerospace manufacturing preferred.
- Experience with continuous improvement methodologies, including Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing, preferred.
Position Pay Range: $90,200 - $135,400. Hiring range and position pay range may differ, commensurate with education level, qualifications, and experience.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage with plan options that provide flexibility and choice (including telehealth options)
- Healthcare spending accounts
- Paid parental leave
- Paid/flexible time off in addition to paid company holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Disability and life insurance
- Incentives and performance-based rewards
- Exciting growth and development opportunities empowered by our TRIUMPH Transformation and an entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation and creativity
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
The work environment characteristics and physical demands 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms: stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Triumph Group and all its divisions and subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. Triumph Group provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should [email protected] request assistance. Include the title of the position and location in the subject line of your email so we may direct your email to the appropriate person. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
"An Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans" We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Pursuant to International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”), applicants for SELECT positions will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residence, or U.S. Immigration Status in order to meet the minimum qualifications for those select positions. All inquiries related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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