Senior Environment Health Safety Specialist

Senior Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Location: Indiana (Manufacturing Facility)

Reports To: EHS Manager

Company Overview

Join a global leader at the forefront of its marketplace. We are seeking a dedicated Senior EHS Specialist to join our Indiana manufacturing team. This role is critical in maintaining our high standards for employee safety and operational excellence within a heavy manufacturing environment.

Position Summary

As a Senior EHS Specialist, you will be a key member of the site EHS team, focusing primarily on Safety . Your mission is to champion a proactive safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and implement robust safety programs. While Safety is the priority, experience in Environmental compliance and Industrial Hygiene is highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety Leadership: Lead the development and implementation of site-specific safety programs (LOTO, Fall Protection, Machine Guarding, Confined Space, etc.).
• Risk Mitigation: Conduct comprehensive Job Safety Analyses (JSA) and risk assessments to identify and eliminate hazards in heavy manufacturing processes.
• Incident Management: Lead accident investigations, perform root-cause analysis (RCA), and track corrective actions to completion.
• Compliance: Ensure the facility remains in full compliance with OSHA standards and corporate safety policies.
• Training: Design and deliver engaging safety training modules for employees, contractors, and management.
• Team Collaboration: Assist the EHS Manager in site-wide initiatives and support Environmental or Industrial Hygiene monitoring as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 4–5 years of EHS experience specifically within a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Technical Skills: Deep understanding of OSHA regulations and industry best practices for high-hazard environments.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication skills with the ability to influence staff at all levels, from the shop floor to senior leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or certifications in Industrial Hygiene (IH) or Environmental compliance (EPA/IDEM).
• Professional certification (e.g., ASP, CSP).