What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (Louisville, KY) position at W.W. Grainger?
Date: Aug 20, 2026
Location: LOUISVILLE, KY, US, 40219
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Company: Grainger Businesses
Work Location Type: Onsite
Req Number 333558
About Grainger
W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.6 million customers worldwide with maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and value-added solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer expertise. Known for its commitment to service and purpose-driven culture, the Company reported 2025 revenue of $17.9 billion. For more information, visit www.grainger.com.
Compensation
The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $57,200.00 – $95,300.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 5 % or $ , based on the achievement of individual and company performance objectives in accordance with the current terms of the incentive program which are subject to change.
Rewards and Benefits
With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including:
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.
For additional information and details regarding Grainger’s benefits, please click on the link below:
https://experience100.ehr.com/grainger/Home/Tools-Resources/Key-Resources/New-Hire
Grainger Benefits
The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills.
The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above.
Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.
This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship now or in the future. Individuals requiring sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) should not apply. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.
Position Details
The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist supports the implementation and continuous improvement of Grainger's environmental, health, and safety programs by partnering with operations to reduce risk, support compliance, and promote a culture of safe practices. This role coordinates training and compliance activities, conducts inspections and risk assessments, supports incident investigations, analyzes EHS performance data, and provides day-to-day operational support across distribution center operations. This is an onsite position at Grainger’s Louisville, Kentucky distribution center requiring daily presence Monday through Friday.
You Will
Administer and support the Grainger EHS management system by maintaining program data, monitoring compliance activities, identifying trends, and recommending improvements that support company EHS standards.
Coordinate EHS training programs by maintaining compliance records, administering learning assignments, and managing Powered Industrial Equipment (PIE) training and other required regulatory training programs.
Conduct EHS inspections, audits, and ergonomic assessments to identify hazards, recommend corrective actions, partner with operational leaders to reduce risk, and monitor completion of corrective actions.
Support incident investigations through evidence collection, root cause analysis, corrective action development, and trend analysis to reduce recurring events and improve EHS performance.
Coordinate safety initiatives and support Safety Committee activities through meeting participation, safety observations, documentation of findings, corrective action tracking, and employee engagement efforts that strengthen the safety culture.
Collect, maintain, and analyze EHS data to identify trends, support corrective actions, and provide operational reporting for assigned programs.
Partner with Operations, Human Resources, Maintenance, Workers' Compensation, contractors, and other business functions to implement EHS initiatives, promote safe work practices, support contractor safety activities, resolve environmental, health, and safety concerns, and provide day-to-day technical support.
Maintain a visible presence in a multi-shift distribution center environment by engaging with team members, observing work activities, reinforcing safe work practices, supporting contractor safety, and identifying opportunities to reduce operational risk.
You Have
High School Diploma/GED required
Associate’s degree Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene or related field preferred.
1 year experience in distribution center operations, environmental, health and safety, operations leadership, or another operational environment where safety, compliance, and risk management are important. Experience supporting EHS programs preferred.
Knowledge of federal, state and local laws and regulation relating to environmental, health and safety.
Experience identifying opportunities to reduce risk and improve operational performance.
Experience organizing work, analyzing information, managing multiple priorities, and meeting established deadlines in an operational environment.
Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting information to identify trends, support decision-making, and recommend practical solutions.
Ability to frequently walk throughout large distribution centers, including climbing stairs and navigating multiple work areas.
Ability to stand, bend, reach, and move throughout the workday.
Ability to occasionally lift and move materials or equipment consistent with job responsibilities.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including supporting multiple shifts as business needs require.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one’s employment, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, including, but not limited to use of our website, any part of the application, interview or hiring process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.
Location: LOUISVILLE, KY, US, 40219
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Company: Grainger Businesses
Work Location Type: Onsite
Req Number 333558
About Grainger
W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.6 million customers worldwide with maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and value-added solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer expertise. Known for its commitment to service and purpose-driven culture, the Company reported 2025 revenue of $17.9 billion. For more information, visit www.grainger.com.
Compensation
The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $57,200.00 – $95,300.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to 5 % or $ , based on the achievement of individual and company performance objectives in accordance with the current terms of the incentive program which are subject to change.
Rewards and Benefits
With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including:
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.
For additional information and details regarding Grainger’s benefits, please click on the link below:
https://experience100.ehr.com/grainger/Home/Tools-Resources/Key-Resources/New-Hire
Grainger Benefits
The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation. The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills.
The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above.
Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.
This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship now or in the future. Individuals requiring sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) should not apply. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.
Position Details
The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist supports the implementation and continuous improvement of Grainger's environmental, health, and safety programs by partnering with operations to reduce risk, support compliance, and promote a culture of safe practices. This role coordinates training and compliance activities, conducts inspections and risk assessments, supports incident investigations, analyzes EHS performance data, and provides day-to-day operational support across distribution center operations. This is an onsite position at Grainger’s Louisville, Kentucky distribution center requiring daily presence Monday through Friday.
You Will
Administer and support the Grainger EHS management system by maintaining program data, monitoring compliance activities, identifying trends, and recommending improvements that support company EHS standards.
Coordinate EHS training programs by maintaining compliance records, administering learning assignments, and managing Powered Industrial Equipment (PIE) training and other required regulatory training programs.
Conduct EHS inspections, audits, and ergonomic assessments to identify hazards, recommend corrective actions, partner with operational leaders to reduce risk, and monitor completion of corrective actions.
Support incident investigations through evidence collection, root cause analysis, corrective action development, and trend analysis to reduce recurring events and improve EHS performance.
Coordinate safety initiatives and support Safety Committee activities through meeting participation, safety observations, documentation of findings, corrective action tracking, and employee engagement efforts that strengthen the safety culture.
Collect, maintain, and analyze EHS data to identify trends, support corrective actions, and provide operational reporting for assigned programs.
Partner with Operations, Human Resources, Maintenance, Workers' Compensation, contractors, and other business functions to implement EHS initiatives, promote safe work practices, support contractor safety activities, resolve environmental, health, and safety concerns, and provide day-to-day technical support.
Maintain a visible presence in a multi-shift distribution center environment by engaging with team members, observing work activities, reinforcing safe work practices, supporting contractor safety, and identifying opportunities to reduce operational risk.
You Have
High School Diploma/GED required
Associate’s degree Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene or related field preferred.
1 year experience in distribution center operations, environmental, health and safety, operations leadership, or another operational environment where safety, compliance, and risk management are important. Experience supporting EHS programs preferred.
Knowledge of federal, state and local laws and regulation relating to environmental, health and safety.
Experience identifying opportunities to reduce risk and improve operational performance.
Experience organizing work, analyzing information, managing multiple priorities, and meeting established deadlines in an operational environment.
Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting information to identify trends, support decision-making, and recommend practical solutions.
Ability to frequently walk throughout large distribution centers, including climbing stairs and navigating multiple work areas.
Ability to stand, bend, reach, and move throughout the workday.
Ability to occasionally lift and move materials or equipment consistent with job responsibilities.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including supporting multiple shifts as business needs require.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one’s employment, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, including, but not limited to use of our website, any part of the application, interview or hiring process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.
Salary : $57,200 - $95,300