Environmental, Health, & Safety Specialist (EHS) I-II

About the role

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc. (HYMH) is seeking an exceptional Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist I or II to support its Greenville, NC facility. This role will manage workers compensation case management and documentation, conduct post-accident/injury investigations, and serve as the company representative in court proceedings. The position requires close collaboration with a Third-Party Administrator to ensure timely and accurate resolution of claims, maintain facility and legal compliance, and coordinate accident reporting with Occupational Medicine, supervisors, and employees.

Responsibilities

• Manage workers compensation case management and documentation, including post-accident/injury investigations and court proceedings.
• Ensure compliance, proper coordination, and execution of workers compensation benefits by working with the Third-Party Administrator.
• Maintain facility and legal compliance of postings, documentation, reporting, and procedures.
• Complete accident reports timely and accurately, and coordinate with Occupational Medicine, supervisors, and employees regarding appointments and restrictions.
• Identify, develop, coordinate, and execute EHS training programs and materials to support safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Track, report, and develop training materials, annual training plans, and maintain training records to meet OSHA, ISO, and Business Management System requirements.
• Administer and coordinate EHS processes and procedures, including ISO 14001, ISO 45001, Behavior-Based Safety (BBS), Safety Management System (SMS), Environmental Management System (EMS), and Emergency Management System (EHS).
• Proactively identify training gaps and develop programs to support facility needs and initiatives.
• Complete all required state and federal reporting, including OSHA logs and reporting.
• Provide timely data, reporting, communications, and trend analysis to identify safety opportunities and implement safety initiatives.
• Administer facility safety and wellness programs and contribute to problem-solving activities that drive improved EHS results through methods such as Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen Events.
• Identify safety opportunities and recommend resolutions, including the development of training programs.
• Ensure proper training programs are in place (e.g., job rotation, first responders, hazmat).
• Lead Emergency Response Teams and ensure the efficacy of ancillary processes (e.g., spill kit replenishment, first aid supplies).
• Actively respond to emergency-related events.
• Conduct accident reviews for all accidents, injuries, and near-misses, and facilitate discussions with the safety committee to resolve safety opportunities.
• Conduct facility safety audits, hazard assessments, PPE compliance audits, and Gemba walks.
• Perform quarterly Industrial Wastewater and Stormwater sampling.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (e.g., Occupational Safety, Safety Sciences, Environmental Engineering).
• For EHS Specialist I: 1–3 years of industry experience; may consider 4–6 years of progressive related EHS experience in lieu of a degree.
• For EHS Specialist II: 4–7 years of industry experience; may consider 8–12 years of progressive related EHS experience in lieu of a degree.

Skills, Experience and Abilities

• Specialized knowledge of federal and state environmental health and safety regulations and requirements, including Workers’ Compensation, RCRA, EPCRA, TSCA, NPDES, CAA, PSM/RMP, SPPP/SPCC, DOT, OSHA, and EPA.
• Knowledge of hazardous waste operations under 40 CFR 264.16, including waste identification, training, risk assessments, and disposal procedures.
• Effective communication, presentation, facilitation, and problem-solving skills with excellent interpersonal abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and planning experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office for developing, maintaining, and tracking training materials and records.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001 (Environmental Management Systems) and ISO 45001 (Occupational Safety Management Systems).
• Project management experience or exposure preferred.