Job Title: Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Job Description

Assist in the development, implementation, and management of Environmental, Health, and Safety systems to ensure regulatory compliance and minimize environmental impact. Strive for continual improvement towards an accident-free workplace and support sustainability efforts.

Responsibilities

• Advise and assist site management, production leaders, and employees on EHS-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety and environmental laws, regulations, and codes.
• Stay updated on the latest EHS procedures and requirements by attending seminars and joining related organizations.
• Revise policies and procedures as necessary.
• Conduct and document regular environmental audits of the facility to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Assist in creating, implementing, and maintaining all safety and environmental procedures.
• Assist in planning and developing all EHS training.
• Conduct annual and new hire required EHS training.
• Coordinate air sampling and follow-up as necessary.
• Maintain and renew all environmental permits.
• Maintain SDS files and chemical list.
• Maintain IMDS database.
• Respond to customer environment requests and surveys.
• Conduct bi-annual ISO14001 management review meetings.
• Assist in reviewing and maintaining the environmental system per ISO14001 requirements.
• Review products, manufacturing processes, and other activities for environmental aspects and impacts.
• Prepare and maintain all required TDEC/EPA/ISO14001 recordkeeping.
• Coordinate proper disposal of all waste generated.
• Maintain and audit hazardous waste storage area.
• Serve as Alternate Spill Coordinator.
• Support EHS Manager in EHS activities and programs.
• Participate in safety audits, accident investigations, and corrective actions.
• Assist in Near Miss and Safety Suggestion Program.
• Perform other duties as required or requested.

Essential Skills

• Hazardous material handling
• Hazardous waste management
• Environmental regulations
• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, or related field preferred
• Comprehensive understanding of environmental laws and regulations
• At least three years of experience in Environmental roles within a manufacturing facility
• ISO14001 experience
• DOT/RCRA certification
• Proficiency in MS Office

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage time efficiently on multiple long and short-term projects simultaneously
• Clear and effective communication skills, both orally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and relationship-building skills

Work Environment

The position is based in a clean, temperature-controlled facility. Employees benefit from a family-oriented and team-focused culture, characterized by low turnover and high tenure. There is a strong emphasis on work-life balance, with typical working hours ranging from 40 to 45 hours a week, though occasional overtime may be required. Benefits include competitive health insurance with a wellness plan, a 401k plan with matching contributions, and paid time off policies designed to accommodate unplanned time off. Employees are provided uniforms and a free laundry service. The organization actively engages employees and their families through various activities, including food trucks and holiday parties.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

Health, dental, prescription drug, vision, life & 401k.
Life insurance premium paid at 2x annual salary; STD & LTD premium also covered

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Murfreesboro,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 23, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $75,000 - $90,000