Emergency Health & Safety Specialist

Position Summary The Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager leads all compliance, sustainability, and occupational safety initiatives across a five-building campus in Jamaica, Queens. The EHS Manager drives safety performance, ensures strict alignment with local and federal regulations (OSHA, EPA, NYC DOB/DEP), and fosters a proactive safety culture. The EHS Manager is responsible for authoring, establishing, implementing, and monitoring workplace safety, health, and emergency response programs. Primary Responsibilities Oversee EHS programs across the multibuilding campus, ensuring consistent safety standards, routing facility audits, and rapid hazard identification. Maintain full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA recordkeeping, EPA waste management, and strict adherence to NYC Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP) codes. Lead thorough incident investigations, root cause analysis, and the implementation of corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Design and deliver site-specific EHS training programs, including LOTO (Lockout/Tagout), HAZCOM, machine guarding, and emergency preparedness Manage hazardous waste disposal, air emissions, and wastewater discharge. Develop and update comprehensive emergency response plans, procedures, training programs, and lead facility-wide drills. Conduct safety risk assessments and hazard analyses to identify potential threats to personnel, facilities, and operations. Collaborate with local emergency response agencies, medical providers, and regulatory authorities. Monitor workplace conditions to ensure safe operations and recommend improvements. Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field. 5 - 8 years of progressive EHS management experience, preferably within an industrial or heavy manufacturing environment. Multi-site oversight is highly preferred. Professional certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Emergency Manager (CEM), or related credentials is a plus. Strong working knowledge of local NYC Department of Buildings (NYCDOB) and fire codes, including experience with SST (Site Safety Training) requirements, OSHA, MSDS, NFPA, EPA, and other applicable safety regulations. Excellent risk assessment capabilities, strong proficiency with EHS management software, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership. Excellent written and verbal communication, training, and interpersonal skills. Ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure. Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and other Microsoft Office applications, and incident reporting systems. Data-driven decision-making and statistical analysis. Navigate communications across all organizational levels, from frontline operations to executive board members Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Demonstrated ability to work independently and proactively identifying tasks. Strong attention to detail with a focus on efficiency and cost savings. Knowledge of safety and compliance regulations in manufacturing environments. Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Prolonged periods of standing or walking. Must be able to lift up to ?35? pounds at a time. Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the facility. Must be able to quickly traverse manufacturing areas. Must be able to stand, bend, crawl, stretch, lay, and squat in order to maintain equipment. Must be able to occasionally withstand ?high? temperatures if applicable. #J-18808-Ljbffr