EH&S & Facilities Coordinator

The EH&S & Facilities Coordinator is responsible for supporting Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) programs and facility operations across AMSC’s Massachusetts locations. This role provides an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to gain hands-on experience in workplace safety, regulatory compliance, facilities management, and manufacturing operations.

Working closely with the Senior Facilities & EH&S Manager, the Coordinator will assist with safety initiatives, employee training, facility inspections, compliance activities, contractor coordination, and day-to-day facility support. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, enjoys working in a dynamic environment, and is interested in building a long-term career in Environmental Health & Safety, Facilities Management, or Operations.

Functions:

• Conduct routine safety and facility inspections, including fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, eyewash stations, spill kits, and other EH&S equipment.

• Support EH&S compliance activities and assist with OSHA, NFPA, and company safety program requirements.

• Assist with accident, incident, and near-miss investigations and corrective action follow-up.

• Support new employee safety orientation and other EH&S training initiatives.

• Participate in Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), risk assessments, GEMBA walks, and safety observations.

• Assist with contractor and vendor coordination, ensuring compliance with site safety requirements.

• Support hazardous waste handling, storage inspections, chemical inventory management, and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) administration.

• Assist with emergency preparedness activities, fire drills, and evacuation exercises.

• Maintain safety records, inspection reports, training documentation, and compliance files.

• Assist with maintaining adequate supplies of safety equipment and materials.

• Identify safety concerns and recommend corrective actions.

• Assist with day-to-day facility operations across office, manufacturing, warehouse, and common areas.

• Support facility maintenance activities, including coordinating repairs, workspace setup, furniture installation, and facility improvement projects.

• Perform basic facility maintenance and upkeep activities, including minor repairs, painting, furniture assembly, ceiling tile replacement, and general building support.

• Assist with office moves, workspace setup, and site logistics projects.

• Support shipping, receiving, and facility logistics activities as needed.

• Assist with maintaining facility supplies, maintenance materials, and inventory.

• Learn to safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment as required.

• Travel between AMSC facilities (Ayer and Westminster) to support EH&S and facility activities as needed.

• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Education - Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Engineering Technology, Operations, Facilities Management, Business, or a related field preferred.

• Technical school, trade school, military experience, internships, co-ops, or relevant coursework will be considered.

• 0-3 years of experience in EH&S, facilities, manufacturing, operations, maintenance, construction, or related fields.

• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Required Skills, Competencies, Authorities and Training Needs:

• Strong interest in Environmental Health & Safety, Facilities Management, or Operations.

• Willingness to learn OSHA regulations, safety programs, and regulatory compliance requirements.

• Hands-on mindset with the willingness to assist with facility maintenance and operational support activities.

• General understanding of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, lighting, and basic construction or manufacturing practices preferred.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple assignments.

• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with a diverse group of employees, contractors, and vendors.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

• Ability to read and interpret basic technical documents, safety procedures, and operating instructions.

• Ability to identify facility and safety concerns and recommend solutions.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical work in office, manufacturing, and warehouse environments.

• Valid driver's license required.

• Ability to obtain forklift certification.

• OSHA or EH&S-related certifications are a plus but not required.

• Fully onsite position.

• Ability to travel approximately 10-15%.

• U.S. Citizenship Required.

AMSC is an EEO M/F/D/V