EHS & HR Specialist

Cascade Engineering Technologies•Canby, OR

26d•Onsite

About The Position

The EHS & HR Specialist primarily leads, manages, and continuously improves Cascade Engineering Technologies’ workplace safety program. The role ensures regulatory compliance, identifies and mitigates workplace hazards, helps prevent injuries, and promotes a strong safety culture across manufacturing operations. The specialist independently manages safety initiatives and works closely with operations leadership to maintain a safe and productive work environment. Manufacturing experience is required, and regular work directly on the production floor is part of the role. In addition to primary safety responsibilities, the specialist supports the Director of Human Resources with recruiting, employee onboarding, day-to-day HR operations, and other HR initiatives. The position works in both an office and an active aerospace manufacturing environment, with production-floor presence required for inspections, workplace assessments, and collaboration with employees and supervisors. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn when required.

Requirements

At least 3 years of hands-on workplace safety experience in a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated experience managing or independently administering workplace safety programs.
Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and manufacturing safety compliance requirements.
Experience conducting safety inspections, incident investigations, and employee safety training.
Working knowledge of machine guarding, lockout/tagout (LOTO), hazard communication, personal protective equipment (PPE), and workplace hazard assessments.
Ability to identify workplace hazards, investigate root causes, and implement effective corrective actions.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently, take ownership of programs, and manage competing priorities.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with production employees, supervisors, and leadership.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn HR and recruiting systems.
Manufacturing experience and comfort working directly on the production floor.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience overseeing safety programs in manufacturing environments involving industrial machinery, production equipment, and related workplace hazards.
Knowledge of Oregon OSHA requirements and regulatory compliance.
OSHA 30 certification or other recognized safety credentials.
Experience with workers’ compensation claims and return-to-work programs.
Experience with recruiting, candidate screening, interviewing, and hiring processes.
Experience with Workable and Paycor.
ASP, CSP, SHRM-CP, PHR, or other relevant professional certifications.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the workplace safety program to ensure compliance with applicable federal and Oregon OSHA regulations.
Develop, implement, maintain, and continuously improve workplace safety policies, procedures, and programs.
Conduct facility safety inspections, hazard assessments, and workplace audits, and address unsafe conditions.
Serve as the primary contact for workplace safety concerns, regulatory inspections, and safety-related inquiries.
Develop and coordinate safety training, including new-hire orientations, equipment safety, PPE requirements, and ongoing safety education.
Investigate workplace accidents, injuries, and near misses; identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
Manage OSHA recordkeeping, including injury and illness logs, reporting, and required documentation.
Coordinate workers’ compensation claims, return-to-work programs, and modified-duty assignments with Human Resources.
Oversee safety programs such as hazard communication, lockout/tagout, machine guarding, and emergency preparedness.
Lead safety meetings, employee safety communications, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Partner with supervisors and operations leadership to communicate and enforce safety expectations.
Monitor safety performance, identify trends, and recommend ways to reduce workplace injuries and risks.
Maintain relationships with external safety consultants, insurance representatives, and regulatory agencies as needed.
Assist the Director of Human Resources with recruiting, including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, and onboarding.
Support day-to-day HR operations, administrative responsibilities, and special projects.
Help maintain employee records, HR documentation, and HRIS information.
Support employee engagement initiatives, company events, and other HR programs.
Perform additional HR-related duties as assigned by the Director of Human Resources.