HSE Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HSE and environmental policies and procedures for a new facility
• Establish Lockout/Tagout (LO/TO) standard isolation documentation
• Support and deliver new hire HSE orientation programs
• Ensure environmental permits are implemented, monitored, and documented
• Build and maintain inspection and audit cadences
• Create monthly safety training programs
• Develop standardized documentation systems (checklists, forms, procedures)
• Establish site security protocols and construction safety guidelines
• Create Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) across all operations
• Conduct PPE needs assessments and implement supplier/keep-fill systems
• Research and implement safety management systems
• Partner with Workers’ Compensation providers on ergonomic assessments
• Collaborate with Aurora FFE Leader to prepare the site for production readiness
• Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, County, City, and ABF requirements
• Develop emergency preparedness and response programs
• Manage contractor onboarding and compliance via Gatefeed
• Implement root cause analysis systems to drive continuous improvement
• Take on additional responsibilities as required to support site success

Qualification & Skills

• Education & Experience
• Associate’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field preferred
• 7+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environments
• Proven experience building or significantly enhancing EHS programs
• Technical Knowledge
• Strong understanding of:
• OSHA regulations, recordkeeping, and reporting
• Environmental compliance (EPA and Wisconsin DNR requirements)
• Workers’ compensation processes
• ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards
• Experience with ESG reporting, sustainability initiatives, or customer ESG expectations is a plus
• OSHA 30 certification (or equivalent) preferred

Core Competencies

• Strong leadership with a hands-on, solution-oriented mindset
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, lean environment
• Skilled in incident investigations and driving corrective actions to closure
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHS management systems