Jobs · Engineering · Iowa

Environmental Health Safety Specialist

Mattr · Tipton, IA · 4 days ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Partner with site leadership to implement and sustain a proactive safety culture aligned with corporate HSE standards.
  • Execute advanced HSE programs that go beyond regulatory compliance and support overall site performance goals.
  • Lead and support site assessments tied to QHSE audits, ensuring clear understanding of current state and gaps.
  • Drive key safety deliverables including Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), hazard identification completion, and safety program execution.
  • Support implementation and adoption of Stop Work Authority and other critical safety initiatives across the site.
  • Deliver and facilitate HSE training programs to build capability and awareness across all levels of the organization.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to influence safe behaviors and ensure alignment with company safety objectives.
  • Maintain a strong presence on the shop floor (minimum ~50%) to reinforce safety practices and engage employees directly.

Qualifications

  • Required: University degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Fire Science, or a related field. 3–5 years of experience in Health, Safety, and Environment roles.
  • Experience in manufacturing environments, preferably heavy manufacturing or construction-related settings.
  • Strong knowledge of HSE systems and tools.
  • Ability to develop and deliver training programs across diverse audiences.

Preferred

  • 5+ years of HSE experience in complex industrial environments.
  • Experience with safety software platforms such as VelocityEHS, MSDS Online, or similar systems.
  • Exposure to molding or specialized manufacturing processes.

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