EHS Specialist

EHS SpecialistThe EHS Specialist leads day-to-day environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs at a primary manufacturing plant while supporting EHS initiatives at additional sites. This role focuses on identifying and mitigating risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, driving continuous improvement in EHS systems, and promoting a strong safety culture through training, metrics, and cross-functional collaboration.Responsibilities:Lead and manage day-to-day EHS programs for the home manufacturing plant and support EHS initiatives at other sites as needed.Conduct regular floor inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify hazards, verify compliance, and recommend corrective actions.Lead incident and near-miss investigations, including root cause analysis, documentation, and follow-through on corrective and preventive actions.Deliver safety training to employees and contractors, ensuring clear understanding of EHS policies, procedures, and best practices.Manage emergency preparedness activities, including planning, drills, and coordination with internal teams and external resources as required.Oversee contractor safety processes to ensure contractors comply with site safety requirements and regulatory standards.Lead and support the safety committee, including organizing meetings, tracking action items, and driving engagement in safety initiatives.Support compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable state and local regulations, as well as ISO and other EHS-related management systems.Manage and support environmental programs, including waste management, wastewater, stormwater, chemical management, air permits, and required environmental reporting.Track, analyze, and report EHS metrics and trends to leadership to drive data-informed decisions and continuous improvement.Help standardize, document, and improve EHS procedures and processes across multiple sites to ensure consistency and best practices.Collaborate with cross-functional teams in manufacturing, engineering, quality, maintenance, and continuous improvement to integrate EHS into daily operations.Use Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, to maintain records, prepare reports, and present EHS data and findings to stakeholders.Essential Skills:Minimum of 3-6 years of experience in EHS or related roleHands-on experience with ISO 9001 in a manufacturing environment.Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and manufacturing safety practices.Experience conducting inspections, audits, investigations, and managing corrective action processes.Ability to influence cross-functional teams and hold individuals accountable for EHS responsibilities.Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present information clearly to diverse audiences.Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities independently.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with particular strength in Excel for data tracking and reporting.Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.Demonstrated ability to support compliance with OSHA, EPA, and state and local regulations.Additional Skills & Qualifications:Professional certifications such as ASP, CSP, CHMM, OSHA-related certifications, or similar are preferred.Experience with ISO-based systems and standards beyond ISO 9001 is a plus.Experience in manufacturing environments with exposure to waste, wastewater, stormwater, chemical management, and air permit requirements.Experience tracking and reporting EHS metrics and trends to leadership.Strong interest in driving continuous improvement and standardization of EHS procedures across multiple sites.Motivation to grow quickly in responsibility and advance within the EHS field.The organization offers full-time employees an excellent benefits plan with low premiums, providing a compelling total rewards package.Job Type & Location:This is a Contract position based out of Warsaw, IN.Pay and Benefits:The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $48.08/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)Application Deadline:This position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026.Workplace Type:This is a fully onsite position in Warsaw, IN.About Actalent:Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. 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