EHS Specialist

The EHS Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and company policies. This role supports a safe and healthy workplace by identifying risks, driving corrective actions, conducting training, and promoting a culture of safety and environmental stewardship throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, programs, and checklists.

• Conduct routine workplace inspections, safety audits, risk assessments, and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs).

• Lead incident and near-miss investigations; implement corrective and preventive actions.

• Monitor OSHA and environmental compliance, including waste management, hazardous materials, and wastewater permits.

• Develop and deliver EHS training, new hire orientation, and refresher training.

• Maintain EHS records and permits; assist during regulatory inspections and customer audits.

• Analyze EHS performance data and support Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Work Environment

Work is performed in both office and industrial environments, including production floors, warehouses, and outside areas. Required personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn in operational areas, and strict adherence to all EHS and workplace safety requirements is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.

• 3–5 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or chemical industry setting.

• Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

• Experience with incident investigations, regulatory compliance, and safety training.

• Effective communication and presentation skills; ability to influence employees and leaders at all levels.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHS management systems.

• CSP, ASP, OHST, CIH, or HAZWOPER certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk production floors, warehouses, and outside areas for extended periods.

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Ability to work in both office and industrial environments.

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