Position Summary
The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist is responsible for supporting and promoting a safe, healthy, and environmentally compliant workplace. This role partners with leadership and employees to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local EHS regulations, reduce workplace risks, and foster a strong safety culture across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the development, implementation, and enforcement of EHS programs, policies, and procedures.
* Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, state, and local safety and environmental regulations.
* Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments; identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
* Investigate workplace incidents, near misses, and injuries; document findings and track corrective actions.
* Maintain EHS records, including OSHA logs, incident reports, training documentation, and permits.
* Coordinate and deliver employee safety training (new hire orientation, job specific, and refresher training).
* Support environmental programs including waste management, spill prevention, and regulatory reporting.
* Assist with emergency preparedness planning and drills (fire, evacuation, chemical spill, etc.).
* Collaborate with supervisors and employees to promote safe work practices and continuous improvement.
* Participate in management reviews, safety meetings, and cross-functional improvement initiatives.
* Administer and document safety and environmental initiatives such as near misses, safety observations, risk registers, ensuring that action items are followed up and closed.
Education & Experience
* Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field preferred.
* 2-55+ years of EHS experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial environment preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
* Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and applicable state safety regulations.
* Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills.
* Ability to conduct investigations and root cause analysis.
* Effective communication skills with the ability to train and influence employees at all levels.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Preferred Certifications
* OSHA 30 Hour Certification
* Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
* First Aid / CPR / AED
Physical Demands & Work Environment
* Ability to walk manufacturing and warehouse floors for extended periods.
* Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
* Exposure to typical manufacturing environment conditions including noise, machinery, and temperature variations, with required PPE.
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The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist is responsible for supporting and promoting a safe, healthy, and environmentally compliant workplace. This role partners with leadership and employees to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local EHS regulations, reduce workplace risks, and foster a strong safety culture across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the development, implementation, and enforcement of EHS programs, policies, and procedures.
* Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, state, and local safety and environmental regulations.
* Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments; identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
* Investigate workplace incidents, near misses, and injuries; document findings and track corrective actions.
* Maintain EHS records, including OSHA logs, incident reports, training documentation, and permits.
* Coordinate and deliver employee safety training (new hire orientation, job specific, and refresher training).
* Support environmental programs including waste management, spill prevention, and regulatory reporting.
* Assist with emergency preparedness planning and drills (fire, evacuation, chemical spill, etc.).
* Collaborate with supervisors and employees to promote safe work practices and continuous improvement.
* Participate in management reviews, safety meetings, and cross-functional improvement initiatives.
* Administer and document safety and environmental initiatives such as near misses, safety observations, risk registers, ensuring that action items are followed up and closed.
Education & Experience
* Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field preferred.
* 2-55+ years of EHS experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial environment preferred.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
* Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and applicable state safety regulations.
* Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills.
* Ability to conduct investigations and root cause analysis.
* Effective communication skills with the ability to train and influence employees at all levels.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Preferred Certifications
* OSHA 30 Hour Certification
* Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
* First Aid / CPR / AED
Physical Demands & Work Environment
* Ability to walk manufacturing and warehouse floors for extended periods.
* Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
* Exposure to typical manufacturing environment conditions including noise, machinery, and temperature variations, with required PPE.
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EHS Specialist in phoenix at Unknown Company
This position is listed as full time and onsite.