Regional EHS Specialist

Description

Company Overview

Springs Window Fashions is a leader in the custom window treatment industry since 1939. Headquartered in Middleton WI, we have over 6,000 associates with locations in North America, Europe, and Asia.  Our custom window treatments are available under the Bali, Graber, SunSetter and Mecho brands in nearly every major retailer, in thousands of designer showrooms, and showcased in large commercial buildings.

Our company has made significant investments to become a leader in product innovation.  As North America’s premier window covering company, we’re committed to creating a “Best Experience” for our consumers, channel partners and associates.  We are bringing new innovations to the market at an accelerated pace and have a variety of offerings to consumers who want to improve their home décor.

Job Summary

The Regional EHS Specialist is responsible for leading the implementation and standardization of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs, including Behavior-Based Safety (BBS), across designated sites within the region. This role serves as a key resource to drive associate engagement, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement in safety culture. The Specialist will support a proactive, data-informed EHS strategy that aligns with Springs Window Fashions' Beyond Zero identity and ensures federal, state, local, and international compliance (OSHA, EPA, NOM, etc.).

Job Responsibilities

LEADERSHIP

• Partners with site leadership to establish and achieve EHS and BBS goals. Leads the integration of best practices, facilitates knowledge sharing across sites, and builds trust and credibility at all organizational levels to sustain safety performance without direct authority.

REPORT WRITING - ANALYTICS

• Owns regional reporting responsibilities. Develops, manages, and communicates EHS and BBS metrics. Provides data-driven insights to drive decision-making and elevate safety culture.

PROGRAMS and POLICIES

• Develops and standardizes EHS programs, including behavior-based safety frameworks. Establishes KBIs, KPIs, conducts risk and trend analyses, and collaborates with facility leadership to ensure sustained implementation.

TRAINING

• Coordinates and delivers training on EHS policies, behavior-based safety principles, regulatory compliance, hazard identification, and best practices tailored to regional needs.

AUDITS & RISK REDUCTIONS

• Leads hazard identification, ergonomic risk assessments, and BBS observations. Recommends and ensures completion of corrective actions. Supports machinery, equipment, and process improvements to minimize risk.

ASSOCIATE ENGAGEMENT, TEAM BUILDING & CULTURE

• Integrates Lean, BEx,(Best Experience) and BBS principles to strengthen safety culture. Facilitates site-level BBS teams, promotes peer-to-peer safety observation programs, and supports cross-functional safety initiatives.

COMPLIANCE and ENVIRONMENTAL REPORTING

• Maintains awareness of EHS regulations across the region. Liaises with government agencies and ensures site compliance. Oversees regulatory reporting and supports permit management.

INSURANCE and ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION

• Coordinates property insurance assessments and human element reviews. Supports thorough root cause analyses, ensures communication of findings, and full corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Associate degree or equivalent in an Occupational Safety or related field from a two-year college or technical school required
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year organization/university in an Occupational Safety or related field preferred
• 2 years of previous related work experience required, 4 years preferred
• CPR/AED/1st Aid Certification, OSHA 30
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP) Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong communication skills across all levels
• Self-Starter
• Demonstrated success leading BBS programs
• Skilled in data analysis, safety metrics, and trend evaluation
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred
• Familiar with OSHA, NOM, EPA, DNR, and global safety standards

How We Work to Deliver a Best Experience: Our Culture

• Our Core Value: We do the right thing, always
• Our Seven Cultural Behaviors
  • Empowerment - We trust our people.
  • Ownership - We take 100% responsibility for our roles actions, and results.
  • Leadership - We all lead by example and talk direct with respect (DWR).
  • One Team - We are One Springs Team.
  • Customer First - We consider our customers' needs before evry decision.
  • Continuous Innovation - We are constantly learning, innovating, and improving.
  • Speed - We define priorities and operate with a sense of urgency and eligibility.