Environmental Health & Safety Specialist - Shelby Township Area
Description
Environmental Health & Safety Specialist | Shelby Township, MI
Salary Range: $63,000 - $96,000 depending on experience
Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling as a environmental health & safety specialist? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We collaborate with companies in the Shelby Township area seeking experienced Environmental Health & Safety Specialists.
We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.
This posting covers Environmental Health & Safety Specialist opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Shelby Township in Macomb County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Auburn Hills, Troy, Rochester Hills, and Lake Orion.
The Opportunity
We partner with manufacturers across the Shelby Township area seeking Environmental Health & Safety Specialists who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.
Usual Responsibilities
- Respond to employee safety concerns and help resolve them promptly.
- Conduct daily walkthroughs of the plant floor to identify safety and environmental hazards.
- Investigate incidents and near misses and document root causes and corrective actions.
- Maintain and update EHS records, permits, and regulatory reports.
- Lead new hire safety orientation and ongoing safety training sessions.
- Coordinate inspections and audits with outside agencies and internal teams.
- Track corrective actions from audits and inspections through to closure.
- Support air, water, and waste compliance activities and monitor permit limits.
Recommended Qualifications
- Proficiency with EHS data systems and standard office software.
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, occupational safety, engineering, or a related field.
- Two or more years of EHS experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
- Working knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations.
- Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analysis.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for training and reporting.
Bonus Qualifications
- Familiarity with Michigan DEQ reporting requirements.
- Background in industrial hygiene sampling or exposure assessments.
- Experience leading safety committees or behavior-based safety programs.
- Certified Safety Professional or similar certification.
- Experience with ISO 14001 or ISO 45001 management systems.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Safety Specialist, Environmental Compliance Specialist, Industrial Safety Coordinator, Health and Safety Officer, EHS Coordinator, Environmental Health and Safety Technician, Safety and Environmental Compliance Specialist, EHS Specialist, Environmental Health and Safety Coordinator
Work Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Why The Pivot Group Network
The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search - market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.