Senior EHS Specialist

About the role

The Sr. EHS Specialist provides advanced technical support for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of EHS programs at the facility. Serves as a subject matter expert, ensuring compliance with EHS regulatory requirements and SBD standards, driving a positive safety culture and supporting operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, enhancement, and execution of site-specific EHS programs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure effective implementation and adherence to internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
• To include, but not limited to: Confined Space, Hazard Communication, Waste Management, Stormwater, Ergonomics, Emergency Response.
• Facilitate and support EHS training programs for new hires and all employees to ensure understanding and adherence to internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
• Lead EHS inspections and audits, identifying areas for improvement and need for corrective actions.
• Maintain compliance by staying current with regulations, ensuring accurate documentation of EHS records according to company and regulatory requirements.
• Manage activities for internal and external stakeholders, including internal compliance audits, external EHS agency interactions, customer requests, etc.
• Support EHS committee meetings and champion employee engagement in safety and environmental initiatives.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and oversee the implementation and closure of corrective actions.
• Review and maintain reporting, monitoring, and analyzing of EHS performance data to drive continuous improvement and inform decision-making.
• Provide input and support for annual EHS budgeting and resource allocation processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4-7 years of relevant experience in occupational safety, health, and environmental management.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment, particularly in a heavy industrial setting, is strongly preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with EHS data management platforms is preferred.
• Strong understanding of EHS management system standards, risk assessment methodologies, and regulatory compliance.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, prioritization, and organizational skills.

Working Conditions

• Occasional travel required, varied by role.
• Flexibility is required to respond to emergencies.

The Details

You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

And More: We want our company to be a place you’ll want to be – and stay. Being part of our team means you’ll get to:

• Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
• Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
• Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
• Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.