What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS Specialist position at JM Huber Corporation?
Date: Jun 30, 2026
Location: Hanover, PA, US
Company: JM Huber Corporation
Portfolio Business: Huber Engineered Materials
J.M. Huber Corporation is one of the largest privately held, family-owned companies in the United States. Established in 1883, we are a diversified, global supplier of specialty and commodity chemicals, hydrocolloid solutions, engineered wood products and natural resources to customers spanning a wide variety of industries. With approximately $3 billion in sales and 4,000 employees worldwide, we have a material presence in more than 20 countries.
Position Summary
Provide leadership and technical environmental safety and health support to the Hanover, PA site, including both the Innovation Center and the Vancouver plant. Assist with development & coordination of site environmental health and safety programs and objectives. Coordinate EHS training programs at the site. Monitor EH&S regulations and provide technical support to personnel to ensure compliance with Federal, State, local and internal environmental, health and safety. Support and maintain the Huber Sustainability Management System.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist with compliance activities pertaining to Federal, State, local and internal EHS – environmental, health and safety regulations, programs and guidelines by supporting the maintenance and monitoring the compliance assurance system including permit status and requirements, methods, compliance calendar, and audits. Provides technical safety and health support and information to site personnel. Prepares and implements written safety and health programs and policies. Identifies safety and health training needs and develops and delivers relevant onboarding and continued training programs. Participates in risk assessments, job safety analysis and safe work permits.
- Provides site-wide service to assist with implementation of controls to minimize safety and occupational health hazards. Verifies practices and processes to ensure control measures are adequate. Supports the maintenance of EHS relevant documents. Promotes EHS environmental safety and health awareness and engages employees to participate directly in EHS processes. Reviews process information, procedures and practices for inputs in environmental, health and safety.
- Coordinates and support activities in the EHS areas in relation to contractors’ training and qualification. Acts as emergency responder, incident investigator and prepares reports, shares experience and learnings with other Huber sites. Participates and leads Site Safety Committee activities as needed, maintains safety processes and promotes employee participation in EHS projects and activities. Perform safety inspections, documents actions and tracks results. Assess trends and identify improvement opportunities collaborating with employees. Participates in Continuous Improvement projects.
- Performs and/or coordinates industrial hygiene and environmental sampling and monitoring to ensure compliance with governmental regulations and best practices for both safety and environmental regulations.
- Assists with implementation of Corporate EHS policies, procedures, and programs such as the Huber Sustainability Management System and SBU Requirements. Acts as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the area of expertise. Trains and develops other site SMEs by supporting self-assessments, reviews and practices.
- Assists with the completion of all daily, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports required by local, state and federal regulations and internal company reporting.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
Specialized/Technical Knowledge or Required Skills
- Associate's degree in safety science/engineering/industrial hygiene discipline, environmental science/engineering, and knowledge of chemical manufacturing operations. Extensive experience in manufacturing operations can substitute for educational requirements.
- 3-5 years experience
- Must have good comprehension of management systems and risk based prioritization
- Must be motivated and have a passion for EHS&S
Total Rewards
J.M. Huber Corporation complies with all local/state regulations requiring salary range transparency.
Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as an applicant's skills, performance, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations.
U.S. Market-Based Salary Range
EHS Specialist
[$72,800.00 - $94,300.00]
In addition to base compensation, individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and profit-sharing payout.
Huber also offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package as detailed on the Huber Benefits Hub
Our employees are our strongest asset, and their safety, health, and well-being is our highest priority. We respect the individual by providing opportunities for professional and personal development. Our Principles drive us to create an inclusive workplace where employees share core values, show dignity and respect toward others, and work hard to achieve their best performance.
J.M. Huber Corporation is an EEO employer. Pre-employment drug screening is required
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $72,800 - $94,300