Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist

About the role

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations. Our products are found in various industries such as motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, and 3D printers.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HSE programs aligned with corporate standards and regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA, DOT, ISO 14001/45001)
• Serve as a key point of contact for all HSE matters, supporting laboratory operations and partnering with leadership to drive accountability and performance
• Conduct and approve risk assessments, job hazard analyses (JHAs), and hazard evaluations across processes, equipment, and materials
• Identify hazards and implement engineering and administrative controls to mitigate safety and environmental risks
• Participate in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation to address systemic gaps in a timely manner
• Maintain and improve ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems, ensuring alignment with corporate and global best practices
• Assist internal audits, inspections, and external regulatory interactions; drive closure of findings and continuous improvement
• Develop and deliver HSE training programs to build capability and reinforce safe behaviors across the organization
• Champion safety culture through coaching, engagement initiatives, and proactive risk identification
• Support capital projects and operational changes through Management of Change (MOC), ensuring risk is assessed and mitigated early
• Track and report HSE KPIs (incidents, risks, compliance metrics), driving performance improvements

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HSE programs aligned with corporate standards and regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA, DOT, ISO 14001/45001)
• Serve as a key point of contact for all HSE matters, supporting laboratory operations and partnering with leadership to drive accountability and performance
• Conduct and approve risk assessments, job hazard analyses (JHAs), and hazard evaluations across processes, equipment, and materials
• Identify hazards and implement engineering and administrative controls to mitigate safety and environmental risks
• Participate in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation to address systemic gaps in a timely manner
• Maintain and improve ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems, ensuring alignment with corporate and global best practices
• Assist internal audits, inspections, and external regulatory interactions; drive closure of findings and continuous improvement
• Develop and deliver HSE training programs to build capability and reinforce safe behaviors across the organization
• Champion safety culture through coaching, engagement initiatives, and proactive risk identification
• Support capital projects and operational changes through Management of Change (MOC), ensuring risk is assessed and mitigated early
• Track and report HSE KPIs (incidents, risks, compliance metrics), driving performance improvements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of HSE experience in manufacturing, laboratory, or industrial environments
• Demonstrated expertise in OSHA, EPA, DOT regulations and environmental compliance requirements
• Strong experience with risk assessment, incident investigation, and safety management systems
• Proven ability to lead audits, manage compliance programs, and drive corrective actions
• Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive accountability without direct authority

Preferred Skills

• Experience with managing ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 systems
• Expertise in ergonomics, machine guarding, emergency response, and hazardous energy control (LOTO)

Core Competencies

• Hazardous Energy Control (LOTO)
• Electrical Safety, PPE, and HAZCOM
• Confined Space and Material Handling
• Environmental Compliance (Air, Water, Waste)
• Incident Investigation and Root Cause Analysis
• Safety Culture Development and Leadership

Pay & Benefits

• Payscale Range: $95,000 - $105,000
• Relocation is not provided
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options
• 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days
• Tuition Reimbursement

Work Environment

• Frequent sitting
• Use of hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls
• Use of office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds frequently

Why Gates?

• Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado
• Publicly traded on the NYSE
• Company operates as 'One Gates'
• Invests in its people, bringing real-world experience to solve diverse customer challenges