EHS Specialist

EHS SpecialistThe EHS specialist serves as a key contributor in supporting both ARCC and HH USA in the success of the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) program. This role integrates EHS management system implementation and continuous improvement as well as EHS operations professional support (to regional sites). It implements and continuously improves the regional EHS management systems to meet the expectations of key stakeholders—including local authorities, customers, sites, and Group central teams. It supports/drives Group central teams initiatives, provides EHS solutions to both sites and Central teams, leads regional initiatives, offers technical guidance on compliance/certification/audits, conducts risk assessments, supports (incident) investigations, establishes and promotes best practice sharing, and ensures consistent alignment with Group-wide EHS standards across ARCC and HH USA facilities.Work Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Mount Pleasant, WisconsinDuties and ResponsibilitiesLeads and facilitates EHS-related problem-solving initiatives and conducts audits and assessments.Identifies the need for regional policy adaptation through ongoing communication with sites and reviews of Group Central policies; drafts and maintains regional EHS procedures and documentation.Drives compliance by providing impact assessments for emerging risks and new requirements, and delivering technical support to ensure alignment with regulatory, customer, and Group Central EHS standards.Supports the preparation, correspondence, and follow-up activities related to third-party certifications, regulatory inspections, and stakeholder audits across regional sites.Acts as liaison between Group Central, HH USA/ARCC, and sites to ensure timely communication, issue escalation, and resolution of EHS matters, while managing preparation and documentation of all EHS reports, audits, and records.Manages centralized EHS data systems, dashboards, and reporting tools to ensure data accuracy, availability, and meaningful analysis of trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities.Coordinates or facilitates root cause analyses (RCAs), manages follow-up actions on incidents and non-conformities, and promotes best practice sharing and continuous improvement.Supports EHS-related training programs, including onboarding, on-the-job training, compliance, and certification.Drives the execution and monitors the progress of EHS improvement projects across departments and facilities within the region.10-25% domestic or international travel is needed.Other assignments from the management.Required Education or CertificationBachelor's degree in environmental science, occupational health and safety, engineering or related field required; Master's degree preferredRelevant credentials (preferred): CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or PE (Professional Engineer), ISO 14001, 45001, 14064, 50001, RBA or ESG credentials.EHS or other relevant certifications are a plus.Required Experience and SkillsAt least 3-5 years of related experience preferred.Proven management skills and experienceExcellent analytical and problem-solving abilityExcellent written and verbal communication in English and Mandarin Chinese, including strong presentational and reporting skills.Excellent leadership and teamwork skills, including the ability to take control of projects, remain calm when facing challenges, implement effective supervision, and ensure adherence to schedules and deadlines.Strong sense of responsibility and initiative to provide timely feedback and follow up to rectify problems.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detailProficient in the technologies and equipment used in EHS inspections.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar softwareKnowledge of U.S. EHS regulations and policies is a plus.Familiarity with the EHS regulations of other countries in the Americas Region (Mexico, Brazil) is a plus.