EHS Specialist

EHS Specialist The EHS Specialist supports the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) team in maintaining a safe, compliant, and continuously improving manufacturing environment. This role assists with safety programs, training activities, inspections, and regulatory compliance efforts while working closely with operations and engineering teams. It offers a strong opportunity to build expertise in workplace safety practices, OSHA requirements, and EHS management systems within a growing manufacturing organization. Responsibilities Assist with Safety Committee meetings, including scheduling, documentation, and follow-up on action items. Support the review, development, and maintenance of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and related documentation. Help coordinate, schedule, and track employee safety training to support OSHA and internal compliance requirements. Participate in workplace inspections and compliance audits to identify hazards, nonconformances, and improvement opportunities. Assist with incident investigations by gathering information, documenting findings, and tracking corrective and preventive actions. Help identify workplace safety hazards and support efforts to reduce risk through engineering, administrative, and procedural controls. Assist in maintaining and improving safety programs, policies, and procedures across the manufacturing facility. Support hazard assessments and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) to ensure tasks are evaluated and appropriate controls are in place. Partner with operations, engineering, and EHS team members to promote a positive safety culture throughout the facility. Maintain accurate safety records, reports, and compliance documentation in accordance with internal standards and regulatory requirements. Participate in risk assessments and recommend practical improvements to reduce risk and enhance safety performance. Perform all duties in accordance with company safety standards, EHS requirements, and applicable regulations. Essential Skills Bachelor's degree in Occupational and Environmental Safety and Health or a closely related field. At least 2 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment. At least 2 years of experience in an Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) role. Practical experience conducting incident or accident investigations. Experience performing Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) or similar job safety evaluations. Knowledge of OSHA regulations and general workplace safety requirements. Understanding of EHS principles, including hazard identification, risk assessment, and control implementation. Ability to support and maintain safety programs, policies, and procedures in a manufacturing setting. Strong attention to detail for maintaining accurate safety records and compliance documentation. Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with operations, engineering, and EHS teams. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience participating in or supporting Safety Committee activities. Familiarity with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and documentation practices. Experience assisting with safety training coordination and tracking. Exposure to EHS management systems and structured safety programs. Ability to contribute to a positive safety culture and encourage safe work practices. Interest in career growth and taking ownership of projects from start to finish. Comfort working in a growing organization with expanding facilities and operations. Job Type & Location This is a permanent position based out of Janesville, WI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $90000.00/yr. Full time benefits provided. 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