EHS Specialist I

JOB PURPOSE: 

Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, The EHS&S Specialist will coordinate and oversee the company’s environmental, industrial hygiene, health and safety programs in accordance with company, state and federal requirements, as well as act as a catalyst for the growth and development of Spectrum’s ESG initiative throughout the organization. This individual will be responsible for facilitating EHS and policies and procedures as they relate to EPA/DEP, OSHA, and other related registrations. This role works closely with the site Leadership Team, DuPont Health Services, and regional/business EHS leaders to ensure programs meet corporate governance and applicable regulatory requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Serve as the EHS representative on the site management team.
• Work a day-shift schedule and participate in an on-call rotation as needed to support site operations and emergency response.
• Manage all site permits to ensure continuous license to operate.
• Manage submission of all permit- and regulation-required agency reports.
• Analyze EHS performance and develop strategic improvement plans and goals to integrate improvements into business operations.
• Manage site emergency services, security, and business continuity programs and integrate these programs into business operations.
• Provide EHS guidance to drive a “Commitment to Zero” safety culture.
• Lead site machine/equipment safety efforts, including hazard/risk assessments, guarding requirements, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and support for equipment changes and start-ups.
• Lead integration and compliance projects to meet local, state, and company standards, as well as industry best practices.
• Support EHS-related facility projects (electrical/mechanical infrastructure upgrades) by helping scope work, coordinate outside contractors, and track execution to successful completion.
• Collaborate with DuPont EHS peers, associations, and site/business partners to share tools and influence EHS policies, standards, and best practices.
• Oversee site industrial hygiene programs, including occupational exposure monitoring.
• Develop and execute internal (1st-party) EHS audit plans; review results, communicate gaps, and drive continual improvement.
• Support the injury/illness recordkeeping and case management process; maintain relevant logs and documentation.
• Conduct field audits and maintain a visible presence through employee interactions.
• Provide supervisory guidance and development to EHS resources to ensure technical, functional, and operational skills remain current and effective.
• Serve as the site Safety Committee Team Leader.
• Manage the site EHS training program (third-party training, internal materials, and site-specific content).
• Lead near-miss, accident, and injury investigations, including root-cause analysis and contributing-factor identification.
• Uphold SPG and Dupont vision and core values.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS (Education/Experience/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

Required:

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• 3 – 5 years’ experience supporting site operations; manufacturing environment with responsibility for Environmental, Health and Safety.
•  Bachelor’s degree in a science or technical discipline, EHS, or a related field (or equivalent relevant EHS experience).
• Knowledge of federal and state requirements pertaining to OSHA, EPA, Process Safety, Emergency Response, Environmental Controls, Ergonomics, and Workers’ Compensation.
• Strong leadership and people management/development skills in an industrial environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines, drive change, and work independently.
• Working knowledge of U.S. and Arizona occupational health, safety, and environmental regulations preferred.
• Experience with manufacturing equipment/machine safety in an industrial environment (e.g., presses, extruders, and custom fixtures) preferred.
• Project management experience coordinating facility/contractor work scopes and schedules in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience delivering training and presenting to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related tools; able to support EHS systems such as Cority (industrial hygiene) and/or ETQ Reliance.
• Ability to travel up to 10% (training, network meetings, and audit participation).
• Ability to problem solve, identify errors and deficiencies and perform research independently.
• Ability to apply knowledge to their job function using pre-established guidelines and instructions.
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude.
• Ability to comprehend and comply with company safety and quality standards.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Responsible for understanding and complying with all SPG and Dupont safety policies and procedures.

Preferred:

• RAC certification
• Prior strategic experience with regulatory agencies regarding domestic and international product submissions within the medical device industry
• Experience in manufacturing or with Medical Devices
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Requires light physical activity performing non-strenuous activities of a decision-making nature.  Requires moderate periods of sitting, using a computer, as well as periods of standing and walking around the manufacturing facility where protective clothing might be required as deemed necessary.  In addition, it is necessary to attend occasional manage/project meetings.