Regional EHS Specialist

Regional EHS Specialist required for leading beverage bottle manufacturer and distributor:Regional Environmental Health and Safety SpecialistOnsite in Queens, NYCUp to 50% travel to regional sites (NYC/Long Island)$110,000-$130,000 salary The Regional EHS Specialist will have the following responsibilities:Serve as the primary EHS leader across multiple manufacturing, warehouse, and distribution facilitiesConduct incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action follow-upManage workers' compensation cases, injury investigations, and return-to-work processesLead facility audits, inspections, and safety observationsDeliver EHS training for employees, supervisors, and site leadership teamsPartner directly with operations leaders to improve safety performance and accountabilityDrive safety culture initiatives through visible floor presence and employee engagementEnsure OSHA, DOT, EPA, and environmental compliance across the regionSupport DOT compliance, transportation safety, and fleet-related safety programsConduct regular site visits and provide hands-on support to facilities throughout the territoryDevelop and improve safety procedures, training programs, and operational standardsServe as the primary point of contact during regulatory inspections, audits, and investigationsMonitor safety KPIs and lead continuous improvement efforts to reduce incidents and injuriesSupport emergency response planning, hazard assessments, and occupational health programs The ideal Regional EHS Specialist candidate will have the following skillset:5+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing, distribution, food & beverage, warehousing, logistics, transportation, or other industrial environmentsExperience supporting multiple facilities or regional operationsStrong OSHA compliance, incident investigation, and root cause analysis experienceExperience managing workers' compensation cases and return-to-work programsFamiliarity with DOT regulations, transportation safety, and fleet operations preferredExperience conducting audits, inspections, training programs, and corrective action managementAbility to build credibility with operations leaders, frontline employees, and supervisorsExperience influencing safety culture in fast-paced operational environmentsExperience working in union environments preferredStrong communication and relationship-building skillsOSHA 30 certification preferredValid driver's license and willingness to travel up to 50% This role is best suited for a hands-on EHS professional who enjoys working directly with operations teams, conducting investigations, supporting multiple facilities, and being highly visible in the field. Candidates looking for a primarily office-based, strategic, or people-management role may not find this opportunity to be the right fit. If interested, please apply now!