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EH&S Inventory Assistant

Join the Safety and Security team at À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ as an EH&S Inventory Assistant! This role involves supporting the EH&S Environmental Specialist with updating Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and inputting products into the chemical inventory system. This position offers a hands-on opportunity to learn about chemical safety and inventory management while ensuring compliance with OSHA standards. If you are detail-oriented, enjoy working independently, and are interested in environmental health and safety, this is the perfect role for you!

Supervisors Name & Title	Emma Skillings – EH&S III Professional
Student Job Title	EH&S Inventory Assistant
Department	Safety and Security
Position Funding	Department Funded
Number of Student Positions	1
Job Category	Student Employment
Job Level & Compensation/Wage	Level 4 $14.70
Job Location	Campus Wide
Job Duration	Summer with potential for part-time during the school year
Type of work schedule	Monday – Friday
Estimated numbers of hours per week	Summer up to 40, school year 8-15
Experiential Leaning:	As an EH&S Inventory Assistant, you will gain practical experience in managing and organizing a large-scale inventory system. You will become proficient in handling Safety Data Sheets, categorizing products based on hazard classes, and maintaining an OSHA-compliant inventory. This role provides an excellent opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge from your studies to real-world tasks, enhancing your understanding of chemical safety and regulatory compliance.
Professional Development:	This position offers numerous professional development opportunities. You will receive job-specific training provided by the Safety and Security Department and participate in University-wide training events. Additionally, you will have access to sponsored training activities, career exploration activities via Career Services, and resume reviews with Career Services and/or WorkSource Oregon. These experiences will help you build professional competencies such as problem-solving, communication, project management, and leadership, preparing you for diverse career paths in environmental health and safety.
Summary of Job Duties/Responsibilities/Essential Functions:	– Updating SDS online system – Logging product information for Tier II reporting – Locating all products within a given space – Following all safety requirements of the space – Working with EH&S to determine required inventory needs – Organize and categorize materials – Training future SDS inventory workers
Minimum Qualifications:	– Excellent communication skills verbal and written – Critical thinking skills – Independent problem-solving skills      – Experience with following detailed instructions and multitasking – Able to lift 50 lbs – Proficient with computer programs such as Microsoft office suite and the ability to learn new computer skills
Preferred Qualifications:	– Work study – Data entry experience – Laboratory Safety Training – or experience in science laboratory setting – Experience in Ceramic Arts studios – Safety Data Sheet Training – Global Harmonized Training
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:	– Communication skills verbal and written – Critical thinking skills – Independent problem-solving skills – Experience with following detailed instructions and multitasking – Proficiency with working computer standard programs.
Required Application Material:	Cover Letter and Resume
Send Application Materials To:	Emma Skillings feldkae@eou.edu
Job Opening Date:	5/15/24
Job Closing Date:	Open until filled
First Day of Application Review:	6/3/2024
Estimated Start Date:	6/17/2024
Special Message	À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ is an EEO Employer and welcome applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law.
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