EHS Specialist

EHS Specialist II The role is based in the Fulton, NY plant and supports the Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager to maintain a safe and compliant work environment. It focuses on implementing and sustaining EHS programs that meet federal, state, and local regulations while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. A key responsibility is managing hazardous and universal waste streams, including oils, coolants, and oil‑contaminated water. The specialist ensures proper storage, handling, and disposal in accordance with regulatory requirements, maintains accurate recordkeeping for controlled substances, and contributes to emergency preparedness by assisting in the development of response plans for spills and other incidents. Beyond compliance, this role engages in leadership development activities and promotes proactive safety initiatives. By driving training programs, monitoring performance metrics, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams, the specialist helps create a safer workplace and supports the plant’s sustainability goals. Essential Functions Assist in developing, implementing, and auditing EHS policies and procedures. Maintain training records, coordinate employee training, and support new hire orientation. Ensure proper storage, handling, and disposal of hazardous and universal wastes; maintain records on controlled substances (oil, coolants, oil‑contaminated water). Assist with compliance with OSHA, EPA, DEP, DOT, and other regulatory requirements. Assist with compliance to all Huhtamaki policies, and procedures and governmental standards. Provide audit support and prepare regulatory reports. Keep abreast of any changes to laws and regulations that may impact the organization. Develop and maintain the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan; support Tier II, TRI, and Air Emissions reporting. Track and monitor solid waste streams; support sustainability initiatives and water/energy intensity metrics. Perform reporting requirements of various state and federal agencies (OSHA, DOL, EPA, DOT, and other local agencies) as needed. Lead or assist with safety and environmental training sessions for employees. Conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, and routine site inspections. Perform and/or plan for air, sound level, and industrial hygiene testing when required. Support the EHS Manager in wellness, workers compensation, and emergency preparedness programs. Act as qualified backup for EHS Manager during absences and participate in succession planning and leadership development activities. Requirements Ability to read and interpret documents such as environmental regulations, procedure manuals, and MSDS documents. Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA, DOL, DOT, etc.) preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to lead training classes. Strong communication skills. Education/Experience Undergraduate degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Science, Engineering, Environmental/Chemical or a related field. 3–5 years of relevant experience in an industrial environment. Pay rate: $78K+ DOE Exempt Join us. Help protect food, people and the planet. #J-18808-Ljbffr