EHS Specialist

EHS Specialist (Environmental, Health & Safety)

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced EHS Specialist to support and enhance environmental, health, and safety programs within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, promoting a strong safety culture, reducing workplace risks, and driving continuous improvement initiatives related to employee health, occupational safety, and environmental management.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement, maintain, and improve Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal EHS regulations and company policies.
• Conduct risk assessments, workplace inspections, and safety audits to identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near misses, determining root causes and developing preventive measures.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs to employees and leadership teams.
• Monitor environmental compliance requirements, including waste management, emissions control, and sustainability initiatives.
• Maintain EHS records, reports, permits, and documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Support emergency preparedness programs, including drills, response plans, and crisis management activities.
• Track, analyze, and report EHS performance metrics, trends, and improvement opportunities.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to foster a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement mindset.
• Participate in new equipment, process, and facility change reviews to ensure EHS considerations are incorporated.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Experience in Environmental, Health & Safety within a manufacturing, industrial, or operational environment.
• Strong knowledge of occupational safety regulations, environmental compliance, and risk management practices.
• Experience conducting investigations, audits, and compliance assessments.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or similar management systems is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with employees at all organizational levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EHS reporting systems.
• Advanced English communication skills preferred.

Preferred Competencies

• Incident investigation and root cause analysis.
• Safety culture development and employee engagement.
• Regulatory compliance management.
• Environmental stewardship and sustainability initiatives.
• Project management and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Training facilitation and stakeholder communication.

What You'll Do

As an EHS Specialist, you will play a key role in creating and maintaining a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace while supporting operational excellence and regulatory compliance across the organization.

Lo que busca la empresa

• Tiempo de experiencia 5 años
• Diplomado