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Job Title: Environmental, Health & Safety Engineer
Location: Louisville, KY
Shift: Full-Time | Day Shift
About the Role
Our client is seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety Engineer to lead plant-wide safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance efforts. This role is responsible for developing and implementing programs that reduce workplace risk, ensure compliance with OSHA and EPA regulations, and support a safe, efficient manufacturing environment.
This person will serve as the primary point of contact for safety and environmental matters, oversee reporting and documentation, coordinate required training and monitoring activities, and help ensure the facility remains in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary company contact for OSHA, EPA, APCD, MSD, hazardous waste, storm water, Tier II, and TRI/Form R activities
- Maintain and update plant safety rules, EHS manuals, accident and incident logs, and related compliance documentation
- Lead or participate in plant safety and housekeeping audits
- Coordinate and deliver safety training programs including PIT, LOTO, hearing conservation, hazardous waste, and spill response
- Create machine postings and training materials related to lockout/tagout procedures
- Coordinate noise surveys, air quality monitoring, monthly sampling, and semi-annual testing/reporting requirements
- Manage environmental reporting including TAP usage, VOC monitoring, visible stack monitoring, CAT 1 through 4 emissions, and annual air emissions reporting
- Support and maintain compliance with Title V permitting requirements
- Oversee discharge permit coordination, monthly reporting, and semi-annual TTO sampling
- Maintain waste profiles and coordinate hazardous waste disposal, manifests, and inspection documentation
- Track, justify, and manage APCD-related fees and charges
- Support spill documentation, special waste activities, and ongoing environmental compliance efforts
- Work cross-functionally with employees at all levels to promote a strong culture of safety and compliance
- Uphold company mission, quality standards, and operational goals in all aspects of the role
Qualifications / Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required, or at least 5 years of experience in Environmental, Health & Safety regulations and responsibilities
- Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and environmental compliance requirements in a manufacturing setting
- Experience with safety training, audits, incident tracking, and compliance reporting
- Familiarity with hazardous waste handling, emissions reporting, storm water compliance, and permitting processes
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and responsibilities effectively
- Ability to work well with employees at all levels of the organization
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook