EHS Specialist
EPC Power Corp. · Fountain Inn, SC · 2 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
Floor Presence & Compliance
- Serve as the primary on-site EHS representative and subject matter expert for employees, contractors, and visitors.
- Conduct regular floor walks, safety observations, and compliance inspections; document findings and drive corrective action to closure.
- Perform and coordinate regulatory compliance audits across applicable OSHA standards, with particular attention to electrical safety, LOTO/LOTO+, machine guarding, and general industry requirements.
- Manage contractor safety compliance including pre-qualification documentation, site orientation, and ongoing monitoring during on-site activities.
- Maintain and update the Avetta and ISN contractor management portals, ensuring documentation is current and accurate.
JHA Program Management
- Lead and manage the Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) program for the Fountain Inn facility.
- Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to identify hazard exposure changes requiring JHA revision.
- Ensure JHAs are integrated with training programs and accessible to workers at point of task.
- Promote and ensure effective utilization of EHS Insight as the primary platform.
Incident Investigation & CAPA
- Lead investigations for incidents, near misses, first-aid cases, and recordable injuries using structured root cause analysis methodologies.
- Document findings and develop corrective and preventive action (CAPA) plans to mitigate recurrence and improve operational performance.
- Ensure OSHA recordkeeping obligations are met and records are accurately maintained.
- Collaborate with EHS Director on trend analysis and systemic corrective action initiatives.
Training & Hazard Communication
- Deliver and document required EHS training to facility personnel, including new hire orientation, topic-specific regulatory training, and refresher training.
- Support the development and rollout of training content in coordination with the EHS Director.
- Ensure SDS library and hazard communication program are current and compliant.
EHS Systems & Reporting
- Serve as the Fountain Inn site administrator for EHS Insight, ensuring data integrity, timely entry, and effective use of the platform for inspections, incidents, and training records.
- Manage Avetta and ISN portal obligations including profile maintenance, document uploads, and audit responses.
- Contribute to monthly and quarterly EHS reporting metrics and participate in cross-site EHS alignment activities.
- Support ESG data collection efforts as they relate to environmental performance metrics at the facility level.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience considered.
- 5+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA general industry standards and regulatory compliance.
- Experience with incident investigations and root cause analysis methods.
- Demonstrated experience managing JHA programs.
- Experience with contractor safety management and compliance systems (Avetta, ISN, or similar).
- Proficiency with EHS software systems and digital recordkeeping.
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred
- ASP or CSP certification.
- Experience in electrical manufacturing, power systems, or high-voltage environments.
- Familiarity with EHS Insight or similar platforms.
- OSHA 30 certification (General Industry).
- Experience supporting ESG reporting initiatives.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.