ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH & SAFETY SPECIALIST

We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist (EHS Specialist) to join our Safety Department at KENT Worldwide™. This role is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and mitigating potential health and safety hazards in the workplace. Working collaboratively with other safety professionals, the EHS Specialist will conduct thorough investigations, assessments, and evaluations of hazardous conditions, and develop strategies to minimize or eliminate risks. This individual will serve as a subject matter expert in chemical, physical, ergonomic, and related occupational hazards.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will also be responsible for the following at various different KENT locations:

• Evaluate work environments, materials, processes, and projects to identify potential hazards.
• Lead the process of conducting risk assessments and generate detailed reports with recommendations addressing ergonomic, chemical, noise, environmental (heat, cold, etc.), laser, and ionizing radiation hazards.
• Perform inspections, monitor employee exposures, and assess hazardous conditions.
• Lead training and guidance to management, operators, contractors, and teams on safety protocols and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety outcomes and reduce organizational risk.
• Collaborate in the investigation of accidents, incidents, and near-miss events, support implementation of corrective actions.
• Develop and implement site-specific health and safety programs to proactively address current and emerging exposure concerns.
• Ensure adherence to OSHA, NIOSH, ANSI, and ACGIH standards.
• Maintain documentation and prepare for audits or inspections.
• Respirator program
• Medical Evaluations
• Fit Testing
• Recordkeeping
• Voluntary Use Oversight
• Hearing Conservation Program
• Noise Monitoring
• Audiometric Testing
• Training & Education
• Ergonomics Program
• Program Development & Oversight
• Risk Identification
• Worker Involvement
• Hazard Communication Program / SDS Program
• SDS Management
• Chemical Hazard Identification
• Regulatory Compliance
• Environmental Compliance Program
• Spill Protection
• Chemical Inventory
• Universal Waste
• Used Oil
• Solids and Hazardous Waste Coordination (RCRA)
  
  
  

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field is preferred. Degrees in biological sciences will also be considered.
• Professional certification (e.g., CIH, CSP) from an accredited organization such as the American Board of Industrial Hygiene or the Board of Certified Safety Professionals is preferred.
• Minimum of five or more years of relevant technical industrial hygiene experience.
• Proficiency in sampling methods and data analysis, including noise dosimetry, air sampling (active/passive), direct-reading instruments, and indoor air quality assessments.
• Ability to specify and operate sampling equipment such as noise dosimeters, sound level meters, and air monitoring pumps.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other applicable federal and state regulations; multi-state regulatory experience is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences.
• Experience in delivering training and educational sessions across all organizational levels.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to spend significant time on the production floor engaging with operators and supervisors.
  
  
  

TRAVEL EXPECTED:

• This position requires flexibility to travel to various company locations (Muscatine, Bolingbrook, IL, Columbus, MS, New Sharon, IA, and Superior, WI. This would be approximately 25% of the time.