Environmental Health and Safety Professional III

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all site EHS programs in compliance with Cal/OSHA, EPA, SCAQMD/VCAPCD (air quality), DTSC (hazardous waste), and local regulations
• Serve as the primary site contact for regulatory agencies, audits, inspections, and reporting
• Ensure compliance with key California programs, including:
• Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)
• Hazard Communication (Title 8)
• Heat Illness Prevention
• Lockout/Tagout and Machine Guarding
• Respiratory Protection (as applicable)
• Oversee environmental compliance programs, including:
• Hazardous waste management (Title 22)
• Stormwater (SWPPP) and wastewater compliance
• Air permitting and emissions tracking
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions; ensure Cal/OSHA recordkeeping (Logs 300/301)
• Manage workers’ compensation claims and return-to-work programs in alignment with California regulations
• Partner with operations to drive ergonomic improvements and safe process design
• Lead site emergency preparedness programs, including earthquake, fire, and hazardous material response
• Track, analyze, and report EHS metrics; lead continuous improvement initiatives
• Deliver required training (e.g., IIPP, forklift, hazard communication) and promote employee engagement
• Maintain all required permits, certifications, and regulatory reporting (e.g., CUPA, Tier II, emissions)
• Manage EHS budgets, vendors, consultants, and contractors
• Supervise and develop any EHS or related support staff

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in EHS, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or related field (or equivalent experience); 7 years of EHS experience, including leadership responsibility; manufacturing or industrial experience required
• Technical Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of Cal/OSHA Title 8 regulations and California environmental laws; experience with IIPP, workers’ compensation (CA), hazardous waste, air quality, and water compliance programs; demonstrated experience managing regulatory inspections and audits
• Skills: Strong leadership and ability to influence at all levels of the organization; excellent problem-solving and incident investigation skills; strong communication and organizational skills

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, machinery, and temperature variation
• Regular standing/walking with occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs)
• Availability for after-hours support during incidents or regulatory matters

Pay

The pay scale of this role is $82,300 - $131,600. Please note all pay ranges are broadly stated and any final offer is dependent on factors such as location, direct experience, market guidance and internal equity, among other qualifying criteria.