Sr. Safety Specialist (Chemical Hygiene Officer)

Sr. Safety Specialist

Location: Columbia, MD

Salary: $78,000 - $80,000 per year

Who are we?

Established in 1975, Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is one of the largest suppliers of analytical instrumentation, physical testing, and environmental monitoring systems in the world. Ground-breaking scientific research, manufacturing ideas and results continue to propel Shimazu's outstanding reputation and "Excellence in Science." People dedicated to our mission have the largest impact on Shimadzu's continued growth and success. Would YOU like to join a diverse team of professionals working together with researchers, scientists and manufacturers to help better lives worldwide?

What can Shimadzu offer YOU?

• Our Culture - A work environment that values diversity, inclusion & belonging
• Competitive Compensation - Day 1 Benefits & Competitive Salary
• Retirement Benefits - Matching 401K & Profit-Sharing Program
• Professional Growth - Clear pathways for Career, Leadership and Personal Development
• Health Benefits - Flexible Spending/Health Savings Accounts
• Work-Life Balance - Generous & Front-Loaded Paid Time Off Plan
• Education - Tuition Assistance Program for both graduate and undergraduate levels
• Insurance Perks - Pet Insurance, optional Identity theft, legal pre-paid and critical care buy-up insurance benefits, generous company paid life insurance & short-term disability programs
• Work Flexibility - Business casual Dress Attire & casual (jeans) Friday!
• Employee Engagement - Employee Resource Groups to network, build a sense of community and enhance one's career and personal development

Position Summary:

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is seeking a Sr. Safety Specialist to support and strengthen our company-wide safety program. This role supports the Safety Manager to help maintain a proactive safety culture across corporate offices, laboratories, regional locations, and field employee environments. In this position, you will support safety inspections, accident and near-miss investigations, employee training, Safety Data Sheet management, hazardous waste tracking, PPE coordination, safety communications, and compliance documentation. You will also serve as the company's Chemical Hygiene Officer, maintain the Chemical Hygiene Plan, interpret applicable safety regulations, train laboratory staff, and reinforce safe laboratory practices.

JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Assist the Safety Manager with routine safety audits, hazard inspections, laboratory walkthroughs, and follow-up actions across company facilities and labs
• Support the development, implementation, and communication of company safety procedures, protocols, and training materials
• Serve as the company's Chemical Hygiene Officer by maintaining the Chemical Hygiene Plan and supporting compliance with applicable OSHA, federal, and state regulations
• Create, update, and administer required safety trainings, including annual safety training, OSHA/lab-related training, new hire immersion training, and chemical hygiene training
• Monitor and record safety training completion through the company's learning management system
• Investigate and respond to safety accidents, incidents, and near misses; document findings; and provide recommendations to the Safety Manager
• Support Safety Data Sheets online database system, including updates, deletions, tablet monitoring, hard-copy requirements, and customer SDS requests
• Monitor hazardous waste accumulation, pickup scheduling, and maintain required records
• Order and maintain safety supplies and PPE for regional offices and corporate headquarters
• Conduct lab safety audits to monitor compliance with safety policies and laboratory protocols
• Create and distribute monthly safety bulletin communications, including safety tips and monitor announcements
• Coordinate safety events and training such as AED, First Aid, CPR, proper lifting, and related employee safety programs

• Serve as the designated backup to the LSO, actively developing the required knowledge and skills through on-the-job training, internal product training, external courses, and progression toward certification

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a science-related field
• At least 4 years of professional work experience, preferably in safety, laboratory, compliance, administrative, or operational support
• Experience in a safety department and laboratory setting is required
• Strong administrative, organizational, documentation, and recordkeeping skills
• Ability to interpret safety procedures, technical information, and applicable regulations
• Working knowledge of OSHA, federal, and state safety regulations is preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information appropriately

Compensation & Benefits:

This full-time, non-exempt position comes with a comprehensive benefits package. In your first year, you will receive 10 paid vacation days, 8 paid personal days, 8 paid scheduled holidays and 3 paid floating holidays (Residents of California and Puerto Rico will receive state-mandated sick leave instead of personal days). After one year of employment, you will also be eligible for a generous short-term disability program with the company covering 100% of monthly premiums.

The starting salary range for this role is $78,000 to $80,000 annually, paid semi-monthly. As a non-exempt position, you will be eligible for overtime and double time pay, as outlined in our employee handbook. Additional variable compensation may include a discretionary year-end bonus based on overall company performance.

For more details on benefits, please visit www.ssi.shimadzu.com/jobs.

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EEO Statement:

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments (SSI) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please click here.

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Bachelors of Chemistry (required)