Safety and Health Technician III

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Job Description:

Microchip has an opportunity for a Technician III-Environmental Health and Safety (Safety and Health Technician III) in the Environmental, Health and Safety department at our Fab 4 facility in Gresham, Oregon. This position will support a wide range of safety and compliance activities in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role requires flexibility, teamwork, and strong organizational skills.

Essential Functions

• Review and improve safety programs, process work permits, and interpret Safety Data Sheets (SDS).

• Inspect and maintain safety equipment such as fire extinguishers, ladders, Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs), and Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA).

• Maintain and restock Emergency Response Team (ERT) and Medical Emergency Response Team (MERT) supplies and calibrate equipment.

• Participate in ERT and MERT, conduct incident investigations, analyze trends, and implement corrective actions.

• Deliver Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) briefings, lead evacuation tours, and participate in safety committees.

• Stock spill stations and first aid kits, support Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) cart management, and maintain effective relationships with staff and contractors.

• Flexibility for occasional modified shifts to support 24/7 operations.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in Safety, Science, Health, Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience.

• 3+ years' experience with safety-related responsibilities in manufacturing or industry.

• Knowledge of OSHA, NIOSH, NFPA, GHS, and related regulations.

• Proficiency with computers and MS Office.

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior ERT or MERT participation.

• Experience delivering safety training and conducting audits.

• Experience with incident investigation and corrective actions.

• Certifications such as OSHA 10 hour or OSHA 30-hour.

Critical Physical Requirements

• Able to lift, push, pull 50 lbs; carry 50 lbs; sit 30%; stand 30%; walk 40%; must be able to perform activities that include stooping, reaching, handling, thinking, hearing, talking, seeing, work alone, work around others.

• Must be able to pass a Physical and Respirator Fit Test

• Must maintain physical requirements for wearing SCBA full face mask level

• Must be able to work at heights (cat walks, ladders, roof, tanks...)

This is a Safety Sensitive position.

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