EH&S Specialist I

Embraer•Macon, GA

About The Position

The EH&S Specialist I drives the development, organization, administration, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs within the organization, including P3E. The position coordinates inspections, monitoring, sampling, testing, and record-keeping to ensure compliance with environmental permits, plans, laws, and regulations. It reviews and revises applicable standard operating procedures (SOPs), coordinates related activities, conducts or coordinates personnel training, performs internal audits, and coordinates compliance activities. The role also supports incident management and prevention, hazard recognition and assessment, hazardous-waste handling and shipment preparation, and reporting of safety or environmental incidents. Occasional travel between facilities within a geographical region may be required. The employee is expected to follow company values, policies, procedures, and work-schedule requirements, protect confidential information, and perform other duties within the scope of the EH&S field as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Broad knowledge, understanding, and experience applicable to OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations required.
Strong technical knowledge and sound judgment.
Excellent communication and analytical skills.
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and proprietary EH&S software.
Ability to work safely and professionally in accordance with regulatory requirements, including OSHA, EPA, and state and federal regulations.
Ability to wear a respirator in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134, with no restrictions preventing proper use or seal.
Ability to work at heights using lift equipment and personal fall-arrest systems.
Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Engineering Science, Environmental, Health and Safety, or a related field is highly preferred.
Two or more years of experience in areas of responsibility involving Environmental, Health, and Safety is preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate activities to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations.
Develop applicable SOPs; create or acquire related safety training programs; coordinate implementation of safety programs; maintain required records; and submit required reports.
Conduct safety and environmental audits and inspections.
Coordinate or conduct required environmental and safety orientations and training for new employees and contractors.
Perform environmental audits and maintain records for local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
Assist with incident management, incident investigations, incident prevention, and hazard-recognition initiatives.
Perform hazard assessments as required or directed.
Coordinate with local management on reporting safety and environmental incidents.
Collect contaminated waste and organize materials for segregation using applicable waste codes; prepare materials and manifests for hazardous-waste shipment.
Travel occasionally between facilities within a geographical region to support EH&S requirements.
Comply with company values, department norms, policies, directives, and procedures; strive for continuous improvement; protect confidential and proprietary information; satisfy work-schedule requirements; and perform other duties as assigned.