EHS Specialist

A bit about us:

We are looking for a dynamic and committed EHS Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the safety and health regulations within our manufacturing facility. The EHS Specalist will ensure that our company adheres to all federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations. This role is crucial to the success and safety of our team and requires someone who is diligent, knowledgeable, and passionate about creating a safe and healthy work environment.

Why join us?

• We are an industry leader with an assortment of versatile manufacturing products
• Stable company with well over 50+ years behind us
• Great starting salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/wellness/and more
• 401K+ employee match
• Relocation assistance package if needed

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain health and safety plans in the workplace according to legal guidelines.
• Prepare and enforce policies to establish a culture of health and safety.
• Evaluate practices, procedures, and facilities to assess risk and adherence to the law.
• Conduct training and presentations for health and safety matters and accident prevention.
• Monitor compliance to policies and laws by inspecting employees and operations.
• Inspect equipment and machinery to observe possible unsafe conditions.
• Investigate accidents or incidents to discover causes and handle worker's compensation claims.
• Recommend solutions to issues, improvement opportunities, or new prevention measures.
• Report on health and safety awareness, issues, and statistics.
• Ensure sanitation, cleanliness, and security in the workplace.
• Maintain a system for recording, reporting, and investigating injuries or accidents.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in safety management, engineering, or relevant field is preferred.
• Proven experience as a EHS specialist or similar role in a manufacturing environment or adjacent environment for 3+ years.
• Deep understanding of legal health and safety guidelines.
• Ability in producing reports and developing relevant policies.
• Good knowledge of data analysis and risk assessment.
• Excellent organizational and motivational skills.
• Outstanding attention to detail and observation ability.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Valid qualification in occupational health and safety, such as a certificate in Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
• Demonstrated skills in hazard recognition, safety training, and compliance with federal and state safety regulations.
• Experience in implementing and managing safety programs.
• Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices.
• Proficient in MS Office; Working knowledge of safety management information systems is a plus.

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