Environmental Health Safety Specialist

Role: EHS Specialist - JOB ID: KUMDC5751012

Location: Clark, NJ

Contract : 6 Months to start with

Job Responsibilities:

• EHS data analytics, reporting, and dashboards (45%)
• Maintain and analyze EHS data for leading and lagging indicators (e.g., incidents, near misses, observations, training, audits, inspection findings, chemical and environmental metrics).
• Develop and manage Excel-based dashboards, pivot tables, charts, and trend analyses to support EHS decision-making.
• Prepare routine and ad hoc EHS reports for site leadership, corporate EHS, and regulatory reporting as needed.
• Ensure data integrity, standardization of definitions, and consistent use of EHS metrics across the site.
• Support root cause analysis by providing data extracts, trends, and visualizations.
• EHS regulatory compliance and environmental programs (30%)
• Assist with maintaining compliance with applicable federal, state, and local EHS regulations (i.e.: OSHA, EPA, state DEP).
• Support environmental permitting activities, including air permits, emissions tracking, and recordkeeping requirements.
• Coordinate hazardous and non-hazardous waste management activities, including profiles, manifests, and vendor coordination.
• Help maintain EHS documentation (procedures, work instructions, forms, and records) in alignment with corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct or support EHS inspections and compliance audits; track actions to closure and maintain evidence files.
• Research EHS regulations, consensus standards, and industry best practices as needed to support program improvements.
• EHS training, communication, and engagement (15%)
• Develop and maintain EHS training materials, including PowerPoint presentations, job aids, and visual standards.
• Coordinate and sometimes deliver EHS onboarding and refresher trainings in partnership with EHS Managers and HR.
• Track EHS training completion, follow up on gaps, and provide training metrics to leadership.
• Support site-wide EHS campaigns, 5S initiatives, safety observations, and communication activities (e.g., newsletters, digital signage).
• Continuous improvement, special projects, and audits (10%)
• Participate in and occasionally lead EHS-related continuous improvement projects (i.e., 5S, visual management).
• Support incident investigations by helping collect data, organize documentation, and track corrective actions.
• Assist in preparing the site for internal/external audits (i.e., corporate, regulatory).
• Partner with EHS Managers on special projects related to risk assessment, exposure reduction, and digital tools.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Approximately 7-10 years of relevant EHS experience in manufacturing, industrial, or related environments.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, charts, and basic formulas) and PowerPoint.
• Experience working with EHS data, metrics, and/or reporting tools (e.g., incident management systems, learning management systems, or environmental tracking tools).
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental regulations (air permits, waste management, wastewater, stormwater, etc.).
• Ability to research and interpret EHS regulations, guidance documents, and standards, and translate them into practical site actions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create clear, visually effective presentations and reports.
• EHS Certified Professional designations (i.e., ASP, CSP, CIH, CHMM, etc)(preferred)
• Project management skills
• Must be legally eligible to work in the US on an on-going basis.
• Computer proficiency and aptitude for technology.
• Must be able to work effectively in a matrix organization that provides services to multiple business partners.
• Self-motivated.

Core Competencies:

• Analytical and data-driven mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Customer-service orientation toward internal stakeholders and front-line teams.
• Continuous improvement mindset and willingness to challenge the status quo.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Thank You