Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Job Type

Full-time

Description

This role is responsible for the development, implementation, evaluation, and maintenance of moderate to complex safety programs policies and processes to achieve a workplace free of work- related injuries and to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and / or company standards. If you are process and detailed oriented, continuous learner and passionate about implementing programs that will keep our employees safe.

Requirements

• Lead by example with a Safety-First mindset in every task
• Organizes and administers safety and compliance programs, ensuring adherence to regulations and safety goals.
• Investigates incidents, performs root cause analysis, and implements corrective actions, including training and disciplinary measures.
• Develops and communicates safety practices, ensuring compliance with regulations and company standards.
• Build cross-functional partnerships to design processes and equipment that minimize risks and ensure safety.
• Coordinates and facilitates safety committee meetings, employee engagement, and risk management programs, including compliance reporting to regulatory bodies (EPA, OSHA).
• Oversee audits, hazard analysis, and management of change, ensuring documentation and timely completion of audit recommendations.
• Conducts safety inspections, fire protection system monitoring, training development, and liaises with regulatory agencies for inspections and compliance.
• Must be willing to obtain training in safety, PSM and environmental regulations and related programs.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

Minimum

Preferred

Skills & Characteristics

Competency Statements

Physical Activity / Work Environment

Travel : Occasionally

Driving : Occasionally

Prolonged Sitting : Continuously

Prolonged Standing / Walking : Continuously

Climbing, Crawling, Pushing, Pulling, lifting (If applicable, indicate maximum lifting pounds : 20 lbs.) : Frequently

Finger / Hand Manipulations (e.g., 10key, typing) : Continuously

Prolonged PC Monitor Use : Continuously

Management maintains the right to add or change the duties of this position at any time

Salary Description

75-80K