EHS Specialist

 HGA is seeking an EHS Specialist to support client operations in Casa Grande, Arizona. This role is a direct hire opportunity that is responsible for ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations while implementing programs that protect employees, the community, and the environment. 

• Support the EHS Manager in responding to and coordinating with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and programs to ensure regulatory compliance

• Conduct EHS audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations and develop corrective and preventive actions

• Partner with cross-functional teams to address EHS compliance gaps and improvement opportunities

• Deliver EHS training and awareness to promote a safe and healthy workplace

• Coordinate occupational health screenings, including respiratory fit testing, and ensure records are current

• Maintain accurate, complete, and up-to-date EHS records and reporting documentation

• Develop and implement emergency response plans and conduct drills

• Manage hazardous waste disposal processes and EHS related vendors

• Monitor regulatory updates and industry best practices to drive continuous improvement

• Participate in industry groups and professional associations as applicable

• Implement and maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems

• Perform additional duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field

• Minimum of 3 years of EHS experience, preferably within chemical manufacturing

• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local EHS regulations

• Demonstrated understanding of EHS principles, policies, and procedures

• Experience developing, implementing, and managing EHS programs

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills

• Clear written and verbal communication skills

• High attention to detail with strong organizational and time-management skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

• Professional EHS certification such as CSP or CIH

• Experience in chemical manufacturing or related industrial environments

• Experience with EHS data management or reporting systems

• Experience with environmental permitting and regulatory reporting

• Working knowledge of ISO 14001 environmental management systems

• Working knowledge of ISO 45001 safety management systems

• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage multiple priorities

• Regularly required to talk and hear

• Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate tools or controls

• Occasional standing, walking, sitting, and reaching

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 15 pounds

• Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral, and focus adjustment

• Work environment noise levels are typically moderate