Environmental Health Safety Specialist

Farmington, CT | Full-Time | Direct Hire Venteon is partnering with a growing manufacturing organization in Farmington, CT to identify an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist . This individual will lead environmental compliance initiatives, drive workplace safety programs, ensure OSHA compliance, and foster a strong culture of safety throughout the facility. This is an excellent opportunity for an EHS professional who enjoys being hands-on, partnering with operations, and making a measurable impact on employee safety and environmental compliance. What You'll Do Lead and maintain OSHA compliance programs across the manufacturing facility. Develop, coordinate, and deliver environmental, health, and safety training for employees and new hires. Investigate workplace incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions. Conduct routine safety inspections, risk assessments, and environmental audits. Manage hazardous waste, spill prevention, air and water quality compliance, and other environmental programs. Ensure compliance with environmental regulations including REACH, RoHS, TSCA, PFAS, Proposition 65, and Conflict Minerals reporting. Maintain environmental permits, compliance records, and required regulatory documentation. Complete customer environmental compliance questionnaires and documentation. Coordinate Hazard Communication ("Right-to-Know") programs and chemical safety initiatives. Administer forklift safety training and other required safety certification programs. Monitor daily operations to ensure OSHA standards and company safety policies are consistently followed. Stop unsafe work when necessary and partner with leadership to resolve safety concerns. Evaluate workplace accommodations and restricted-duty assignments. Recommend improvements to reduce workplace hazards and improve overall safety performance. Conduct facility inspections to verify proper fire protection equipment, first aid supplies, and emergency preparedness. Lead and support site safety committees and continuous improvement initiatives. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field. 5-10 years of EHS experience within a manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental compliance requirements. Experience managing health, safety, and environmental programs in an industrial setting. Demonstrated experience investigating incidents and implementing corrective actions. Experience developing and delivering employee safety training programs. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently while partnering effectively with cross-functional teams. 401(k) Paid Time Off Career growth and advancement opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr