GDKN

HSE Technician

GDKN  •  Des Plaines, IL (Onsite)  •  6 days ago
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Job Description

The staffing solutions division of GDKN is a leading provider of end-to-end solutions in the temporary staffing space. With companies across the globe laying critical emphasis on their human resources management, demand for temporary staffing is rapidly growing because it improves focus on core/critical activities and can be adapted to the seasonal nature of business, addresses business uncertainties and the demand for rapid growth. In short, temporary staffing creates a very nimble human capital platform which allows organizations to maximize their productivity and flexibility at all times.

GDKN is one of the very few minority business enterprises in North America that has the status of Preferred vendor with world’s largest corporations in various industries including:

  • Electric
  • Gas
  • Telephone Utilities
  • Manufacturing
  • Defense
  • Banking/Financial,
  • Information Technology
  • Healthcare/Pharmaceutical

HSE Technician (CSW)

• As an HSE Technician (CSW), you will play a key role in managing and optimizing our Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) information systems, databases, and processes that ensure compliance with regulatory and industry best practice standards.

• You will support research & development and manufacturing operations.

• In this role, you will impact the safety and environmental compliance of chemical management processes, ensuring regulatory compliance and promoting a culture of safety across multiple sites.

• This role will be onsite with reporting to both site locations as needed.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage large-scale chemical inventories, ensuring accuracy, regulatory compliance, and timely updates

• Oversee SDS management systems (Velocity EHS), including retrieval, organization, and alignment with hazard communication standards

• Administer SAP processes related to materials management and chemical tracking

• Apply HMIS classifications and perform hazard assessments to support safe handling and storage practices

• Collaborate with and support a team of HSE professionals by assisting with various tasks to maintain and improve HSE system performance

• Continuously learn and adapt to HSE regulatory requirements and best practices to enhance system management capabilities

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

• Working knowledge of OSHA Hazard Communication requirements, GHS labeling standards, and SDS interpretation

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, stay organized, and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments

• Strong analytical skills to rapidly diagnose problems, determine root causes, and implement effective corrective actions

• Quick learner who adapts efficiently to new tools, workflows, and responsibilities

• Highly self-driven with a reputation for reliability and strong professional discipline

• Advanced computer skills with hands-on experience using Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

WE VALUE

• Bachelor’s degree or associate degree in occupational safety, information systems, engineering, environmental science, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.

• Interest in developing expertise in HSE systems and regulatory compliance.

• Passion for promoting a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.

• Strong business acumen and ability to align HSE engineering with organizational goals

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

• Collaborative mindset and willingness to support team efforts

Working Environment - Office/Laboratory

Question:

Chemical & SDS Management Experience

• Can you describe your experience managing large-scale chemical inventories and SDS systems (such as VelocityEHS)? How have you ensured accuracy and compliance with OSHA Hazard Communication and GHS requirements?

Systems & Technical Proficiency

• What experience do you have working with SAP or other materials management systems for chemical tracking? Please share an example of how you used data or system tools to identify and resolve an HSE-related issue.

Site Support & Work Style

• This role is fully on-site and supports R&D and manufacturing operations at multiple locations. Are you comfortable working on-site and reporting to both locations as needed, and how do you prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment?

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

GDKN

About GDKN

Our enterprise and job database has 200 open job requirements each week from the most respected industry leaders across United States and Canada. We represent a wide range of companies and a progressive market sectors including technology, Energy, Healthcare & Education, Logistics & Supply Chain, and are also well respected in Manufacturing, Aerospace & Defense as well as Banking & Finance. Where you are right now in your career is exactly where you need to be for us to take you to the next level!

We at GDKN believe the core of our success is the people of our organization and are proud to be one of the few employee centered organizations promoting employee development through continual learning. When working with GDKN, you are dealing with human resource professionals each possessing over 10 years of experience in their specialized field. They are willing and able to help you every step of the way during your employment search. Our Recruitment process is a carefully balanced combination of a modern approach, clearly defined job descriptions, timely response management, through arranging interviews and assessments and by working with you to match perfect job opportunity, you’ll immediately see the GDKN difference.

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Cooper City, FL
Year Founded
1993
Website
gdkn.com
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