Lead EHS Technician 3rd Shift

About the role

The EHS Lead Technician supports the Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) program by assisting with implementation, monitoring, and enforcement of safety, health, and environmental policies across the site. This position works closely with the EHS Manager and cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies, and fosters a strong safety culture through training, hazard identification, and routine inspections.

Responsibilities

• Support the EHS Manager and plant team in identifying and mitigating safety hazards.
• Enforce EHS policies and assist with compliance to Federal and State regulatory standards.
• Maintain records of EHS-related workplace incidents; assist in identifying and implementing corrective actions.
• Use EHS software platforms (e.g., Origami) to document incidents and manage compliance tasks.
• Train associates on EHS requirements to ensure workforce compliance and awareness.
• Support annual occupational health exams and PPE programs (e.g., footwear and eyewear vouchers).
• Participate in the investigation of incidents and identify root causes for preventive safety measures.
• Conduct trend analysis, site inspections, audits, and behavioral safety observations (e.g., BBS, Walk and Talks).
• Perform and update Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) hazard assessments across production roles.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through regular engagement with associates and leadership.
• Assist with implementation of safety initiatives as guided by the EHS Manager.
• Provide administrative and field support on various projects and safety programs.
• Lead by example in upholding site safety rules and organizational policies.
• Lead assigned EHS projects or initiatives with minimal supervision, demonstrating ownership and accountability from planning through execution.
• Proactively identify opportunities for improvement and implement solutions in coordination with the EHS Manager.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.).
• Secondary education or 1 Year of EHS experience.
• Excellent communication and advisory skills.
• Knowledge of general occupational environmental, health and safety aspects of manufacturing/industrial work settings.
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification or be able to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a departmental or cross functional team.
• Ability to maintain professional communication with internal and external partners.
• Ability to uphold confidentiality of sensitive employee and company information.
• Willingness to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.