Industrial Hygienist jobs in Tennessee

Company Overview

Wherever you work and whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name you know that you are a valued teammate who is part of our larger mission to Serve Society with Superior Quality. We start by offering each teammate more than just a salary. We provide formal training, competitive performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build your future. We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole selves to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need. Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee and is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.

Position Summary

We are seeking an Industrial Hygienist like you to join our team!

The Industrial Hygienist coordinates and implements a company-wide occupational/ industrial hygiene monitoring program and provides technical support. In this role you will be developing IH sampling plans for sites, and managing the sampling activities; evaluating exposure results, determining risks, and supporting sites with determining the control of occupational health hazards where needed. Foundational knowledge of hazards associated with chemicals, noise, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, Legionella, molds, indoor air quality, and workplace design (ergonomics), including the recognition, evaluation and monitoring of the environmental factors that may impair the health of employees or the efficiency of work operations. Develops and recommends corrective action to eliminate, control or reduce occupational health problems. Must be knowledgeable about government regulations. Participates in site EH&S audits.

We are creating a workplace that fosters a culture of acceptance where you are free to be your true self because what we need is who you are. If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

In this role, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Coordinates and implements a company-wide occupational/ industrial hygiene monitoring program and provides technical support as needed.

• Develops IH sampling plans for sites, and manages the sampling activities; evaluating exposure results, determining risk levels, and supporting sites as needed.

• Maintaining IH equipment, work in partnership with an AIHA-accredited lab, and ensuring that sites have the needed equipment and supplies to carry out their sampling plans.

• Develops corrective action plans to eliminate, control or reduce occupational hazard exposures as needed.

• Must be knowledgeable of OSHA regulations, and ACGIH and AIHA recommended occupational exposure limits.

• Participates in site Environmental Health and Safety Audits

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Hygiene or Safety (with an Industry Hygiene emphasis/track)

• 1-3 years of experience in the field (including internships)

• Experience with conducting air and noise sampling

• Understanding of OSHA regulations and ACGIH and AIHA recommendations for the industry

Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience

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