Environmental Health And Safety Speciailist - Environmental

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Environmental

Location: Redmond, WA

Placement Type: Managed Service Project

Top Skills

Manufacturing plant experience

Knowledge of environmental and waste disposal regulations

Waste water and storm water sampling

Job Description

The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist supports, develops, communicates, trains, drives, manages, audits, improves, and measures EHS performance across a dynamic operational portfolio. This role focuses on building and enhancing EHS compliance and risk management processes, increasing engagement and understanding of EHS requirements, and integrating environmental, health, and safety practices into daily operations. The EHS Specialist develops and executes EHS compliance programs in alignment with global EHS policies, ensures adherence to regulatory and internal standards, and partners with stakeholders to implement best-in-class methods for achieving and sustaining compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of EHS compliance programs in alignment with global EHS policies and standards.
• Develop, implement, and manage environmental, health, and safety programs, tools, and procedures that meet regulatory requirements and business needs.
• Conduct investigations of working conditions in places of employment to prevent occupational disease and industrial health hazards.
• Promote EHS awareness throughout the organization through effective employee communication, training, and participation initiatives.
• Serve as a key point of contact for safety and environmental issues, providing guidance and support to site leadership and employees.
• Support regulated waste management activities, including consolidation, inspections, and compliance with waste disposal regulations.
• Perform compliance tasks such as storm water and waste water sampling, waste inspections, chemical inventory reviews, and life safety audits.
• Execute compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and customer requirements, including relevant OSHA standards.
• Support and conduct EHS audits, develop action plans to address findings, and implement countermeasures promptly and effectively.
• Perform risk assessments and Job Hazard Analyses (JHA) for new processes and equipment to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly EHS metrics and report results to onsite management teams and corporate reporting systems.
• Support management efforts to ensure compliance with corporate program expectations and applicable federal and state laws.
• Recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures, including ergonomic improvements to reduce workplace injuries.
• Establish and manage the safety committee, driving engagement and ownership of EHS initiatives across the site.
• Drive continual improvement efforts to reduce site safety and environmental risk through proactive identification of opportunities and implementation of solutions.
• Support site stand-up meetings, safety committee meetings, and floor inspections to reinforce EHS standards and identify issues in real time.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to help determine and implement best practices for EHS compliance and performance improvement.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree or higher in industrial hygiene, occupational health, environmental engineering, environmental science, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience providing EHS support, preferably in warehousing or similar industrial environments.
• Practical experience in environmental health and safety within manufacturing or plant operations.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and waste disposal requirements, including regulated waste management practices.
• Experience with waste water and storm water sampling and related compliance activities.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, specifically 29 CFR 1910.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and Job Hazard Analyses for new processes and equipment.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Word and Excel in a professional capacity for documentation, reporting, and analysis.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in matters involving security and personnel issues.
• Strong communication skills to effectively promote EHS awareness and deliver training across diverse teams.
• Ability to work any shift based on operational needs, including flexible availability for days, nights, and weekends.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in environmental health and safety within manufacturing plant settings.
• Familiarity with waste management consolidation, inspections, and compliance documentation.
• Ability to interpret and apply environmental and occupational health regulations in a practical operational context.
• Experience conducting life safety audits, chemical inventory reviews, and safety committee activities.
• Demonstrated ability to influence business unit leadership and integrate EHS into daily operations.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain accurate metrics and manage multiple compliance tasks simultaneously.
• Interest in supporting innovative technologies, including low Earth orbit satellite systems and related operations.

Work Environment

This role operates in an active industrial and warehousing environment supporting sites in the Redmond and Kirkland areas. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the expectation that the candidate is willing and available to work flexible shifts, including days, nights, and weekends as needed. The position involves regular time on the floor, conducting inspections, audits, and sampling activities. The EHS Specialist must be able to lift up to 49 pounds and stand or walk for up to 10 hours, reflecting the physical nature of the work. The environment includes manufacturing and warehousing operations, with a strong focus on safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. Standard professional and safety-appropriate attire is expected, with additional personal protective equipment used as required by specific tasks and areas.

This is a Contract position based out of Redmond, WA.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract position based out of Redmond, WA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Redmond,WA.

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