Environmental Health Safety Technician

What we do-

Aspen is a technology leader in sustainability and electrification solutions. The Company's aerogel technology enables its customers and partners to achieve their own objectives around the global megatrends of resource efficiency, e-mobility, and clean energy. Aspen's PyroThin® products enable solutions to thermal runaway challenges within the electric vehicle ("EV") market. The Company's Cryogel® and Pyrogel® products are valued by the world's largest energy infrastructure companies. Aspen's strategy is to partner with world-class industry leaders to leverage its Aerogel Technology Platform® into additional high-value markets. Aspen is headquartered in Northborough, Mass.

What we value-

At Aspen, our values reflect who we are and how we work both with each other and our customers, suppliers, and communities. They shape our interactions, guide our decisions, and inspire us to bring our best. Whether collaborating internally or externally, our values drive us to make a meaningful impact within Aspen and in all our relationships.

Aspen’s CORE Values

We Do the Right Thing

We are Problem Solvers

We are Allies

We Drive Forward

What you will do-

The EHS Technician is responsible for supporting and maintaining a safe, healthy, and environmentally compliant work environment at the Aspen Aerogels East Providence facility, which is regulated under OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements.  This role assists with the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs, policies, inspections, training, and regulatory compliance activities. The EHS Technician works closely with operations, facilities, laboratory, maintenance, and management teams to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, state, and local regulations while promoting a strong safety culture throughout the site.

 

How will you do it-

Environmental Compliance & Waste Management

• Inspect manufacturing, laboratory, and facility areas for waste and other regulated materials.
• Collect, package, label, and prepare wastes for shipment in accordance with applicable shipping and environmental regulations.
• Coordinate waste shipments, maintain shipping documentation, and submit records to EHS leadership.
• Support chemical inventory management and reporting requirements.
• Perform air permit equipment inventories and support environmental compliance reporting.
• Support waste reduction, recycling, and sustainability initiatives, including tracking energy, water, and waste metrics.

EHS Inspections, Audits & Monitoring

• Conduct routine EHS inspections and audits of manufacturing, laboratory, warehouse, office, and outdoor areas to identify hazards, unsafe conditions, and compliance gaps.
• Perform monthly and weekly inspections including but not limited to:
• Fire extinguisher inspections
• Eyewash and emergency shower inspections
• First aid kit and AED inspections
• Facility walkthroughs
• Identify unsafe conditions, safety violations, and opportunities for improvement, and report findings to the EHS Supervisor or Manager.
• Assist with compliance audits and support corrective action implementation.

Safety Programs & Regulatory Compliance

• Support implementation and maintenance of EHS policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, ISO, and other applicable regulations and standards.
• Maintain inspection records, compliance documentation, training records, and regulatory reporting files.
• Assist with Lockout/Tagout, Respiratory Protection, Confined Space, Hot Work, Line Break, Fork Truck Safety, Fall Protection, PPE, and other site safety programs.
• Review, approve, and audit hot work permits and job safety analyses (JSAs) for designated tasks.
• Maintain the site Safety Compliance Calendar and support required regulatory submissions.

Emergency Response & Preparedness

• Support emergency response planning, evacuation drills, emergency exercises, and preparedness activities.
• Maintain emergency equipment, evacuation maps, assembly area signage, and emergency response supplies.

Training & Safety Communication

• Attend and support EHS training programs and safety meetings.
• Provide EHS-related training and safety guidance as directed.
• Audit pre-shift safety meetings for compliance and effectiveness.
• Track employee training records and certifications.
• Communicate safety updates, reminders, and best practices through meetings, postings, and other communication methods.
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