Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Specialist

Job Title: EH&S Management Systems Specialist
Location: Tewksbury, MA
Zip Code: 01876
Duration: 12 Months
Schedule: 8:00-4:30pm
Pay Rate: $ 33.37/hr
Start Date: Immediate

The EH&S Specialist will support environmental, health, and safety programs across engineering and manufacturing operations at both the Tewksbury and Andover sites. This role will have increased focus on environmental compliance, hazardous waste management, and sustainability initiatives, while also supporting broader safety and industrial hygiene programs.

The ideal candidate brings a strong working knowledge of EH&S principles, experience with hazardous waste handling and inspections, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, production, and leadership teams. Key Responsibilities

Job Duties:
-Manage and improve EH&S programs (Job Hazard Analyses, PPE assessments, RIDII, ergonomics, contractor safety, etc.)
-Conduct EHS inspections, noise and ventilation surveys, respirator fit testing, and industrial hygiene sampling
-Manage hazardous and universal waste accumulation areas, including labeling, inspections, and compliance documentation
-Support environmental compliance reporting activities
-Lead environmental initiatives aligned with corporate sustainability goals and share best practices between Andover and Tewksbury
-Lead or support root cause investigations for safety concerns and incidents
-Track corrective actions and contribute to injury reduction and continuous improvement efforts
-Develop and deliver EH&S training to employees and contractors
-Support behavioral-based safety programs and site emergency response efforts
-Perform ergonomic assessments (industrial and office settings)
-Interpret OSHA, NIOSH, and ANSI standards to ensure regulatory compliance
-Analyze safety performance metrics to identify trends and drive improvement

Required Qualifications:
-Bachelor"s degree preferred (EHS-related field ideal)
-1-2 years of relevant EH&S experience required Experience with hazardous waste management, including Hazard Communication training, waste handling, labeling, and inspections
-Familiarity with environmental compliance reporting processes
-Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and ANSI standards
-Practical application of safety and industrial hygiene principles
-Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
-Strong verbal and written communication skills
-Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications:
-Experience delivering EH&S training
-Familiarity with EH&S databases or reporting systems
-Experience supporting sustainability initiatives
-Ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to changing priorities

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, colour, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.