Sr EHS Specialist

About the Role

The EHS Specialist provides internal consulting expertise to site leaders, lab and warehouse managers, and retail operations support functions. Supports the administration of comprehensive environmental, health and safety programs to facilitate compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and company environmental, health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Support development and enforcement of safety and environmental policies and procedures in accordance with all local, state, federal regulations and company EHS program requirements.
• Ensure compliance with EHS regulations and codes and act as liaison to regulatory agency personnel during inspections and inquiries involving workplace health, safety, and environmental issues; act as a consultant/technical expert during resolution of any proposed corrective actions.
• Assist in the administration of the employee safety training program, including developing and delivering training curricula and driving/tracking employee participation.
• Through job hazard analysis, identify required controls and safety equipment to ensure supported personnel have adequate protection from workplace hazards.
• Review inventory of chemicals and materials purchased for production, engineering, and research and development, including maintenance of the library of SDS’s.
• Assist in training for proper storage and documentation of chemical and waste stream disposal.
• Partner with appropriate parties to oversee emergency response activities at designated locations.
• Perform frequent site safety audits to identify non-conforming equipment and/or processes, implement solutions to reduce risks, and prevent injury.
• Conduct site assessments for compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and company EHS standards.
• Partner with Human Resources to audit workplace records for accuracy and consistency in training, auditing, and recordkeeping, including accident review and OSHA 300 log posting and retention.
• Facilitate company compliance with regulatory permits, prepare applications, interpret regulations, and maintain written EHS programs as necessary.
• Provide 24-hour response to assist in emergency or spill response incidents, including emergency travel to remote locations.
• Provide technical training on environmental, health, and safety topics, including “train the trainer” programs.
• Maintain knowledge of existing and proposed changes in federal and state industrial hygiene, safety, and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant experience in organizing/implementing facility-wide safety programs or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize, evaluate, and recommend controls for workplace hazards.
• Experience and knowledge of Federal, State OSHA, and EPA regulatory compliance.
• Ability to determine training needs, develop, organize, and conduct training.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including interaction with senior management and large employee groups.
• Proficiency with computer applications: word processing, spreadsheets, learning management systems, and slide presentations.
• Excellent communication skills in various mediums: PowerPoint, written reports, memoranda, verbal, and MS Teams.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety or related field or equivalent experience.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The working environment is generally favorable, with adequate lighting and temperature. There are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.

Pay

$62,671.63 - $83,562.17

Travel

Moderate travel of up to 25% may be required.