EHS Specialist

Position Summary

The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist is responsible for supporting and promoting a safe, healthy, and environmentally compliant workplace. This role partners with leadership and employees to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local EHS regulations, reduce workplace risks, and foster a strong safety culture across the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the development, implementation, and enforcement of EHS programs, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, state, and local safety and environmental regulations.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments; identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Investigate workplace incidents, near misses, and injuries; document findings and track corrective actions.
• Maintain EHS records, including OSHA logs, incident reports, training documentation, and permits.
• Coordinate and deliver employee safety training (new hire orientation, job specific, and refresher training).
• Support environmental programs including waste management, spill prevention, and regulatory reporting.
• Assist with emergency preparedness planning and drills (fire, evacuation, chemical spill, etc.).
• Collaborate with supervisors and employees to promote safe work practices and continuous improvement.
• Participate in management reviews, safety meetings, and cross functional improvement initiatives.
• Administer and document safety and environmental initiatives such as near misses, safety observations, risk registers, etc. Ensure that action items are followed up and closed.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field preferred.
• 2–55 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial environment preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and applicable state safety regulations.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to conduct investigations and root cause analysis.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to train and influence employees at all levels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Certifications (Preferred)

• OSHA 30 Hour Certification
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
• First Aid / CPR / AED

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to walk manufacturing and warehouse floors for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Exposure to typical manufacturing environment conditions including noise, machinery, and temperature variations, with required PPE.