EHS Specialist

Rhoads Industries, Inc.•Philadelphia, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Founded and family‐owned since 1896, Rhoads Industries is a total solution provider of industrial fabrication, mechanical/maintenance and maritime services. In addition to our field service and project skilled labor, Rhoads has expansive shipyard facilities and over 300,000 square feet of heavy manufacturing space located in The Navy Yard in Philadelphia. Rhoads’ capabilities enable our customers to achieve superior results by deploying our diverse, highly skilled workforce and fabrication capabilities across commercial, government and maritime projects, all backed by state‐of-the-art resources and a 100+ year legacy of leadership. As a member of the Rhoads team, you’ll join a quickly growing team of energetic, skilled tradespeople and professionals who are committed to delivering exceptional products and services to our customers across every market we serve. We are building on our success across more than a century by continuing to grow an innovative company dedicated to building exciting careers. Come join our journey, and experience what it means to be Done Right with Rhoads. We are currently looking for an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to join our dynamic, fast-paced, and growing team. This role focuses on safety within a welding, steel fabrication, and heavy industrial metalworking environment and is accountable for implementing and sustaining EHS programs. The EHS Specialist is responsible for oversight of safety for our second shift, with occasional coverage on first shift as business needs dictate. The position is accountable for supporting all safety activities across our fabrication and production operations, including monitoring safety objectives and targets, internal reporting of the Safety department performance, and ensuring our safety programs, policies, and procedures are implemented and sustained. The EHS Specialist will also ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory requirements and support a strong safety culture that engages all employees working in welding, fabrication, machining, and heavy steel production environments. The EHS Specialist role requires flexibility in working hours including nights, weekends, and overtime as business needs dictate.

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field preferred
5+ years of EHS experience in welding, steel fabrication, metal manufacturing, shipbuilding, or heavy industrial environments strongly preferred
Experience supporting safety programs for welding, cutting, grinding, and heavy fabrication operations
Knowledge of hot work permitting, lockout/tagout, confined space entry, and crane/rigging safety
Understanding of industrial hygiene hazards including welding fumes, silica, noise, and ventilation requirements
Due to the sensitivity of this role and associated federal requirements, candidates must be U.S. Citizens (non-dual citizenship) and able to obtain and maintain U.S. Navy badging credentials as a condition of employment
Valid driver’s license meeting insurance eligibility standards
OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety and Health Certification required
First Aid/CPR/AED certification (or ability to obtain); EMT preferred
Demonstrated experience conducting safety audits in fabrication or manufacturing settings
Ability to influence craft personnel including welders, fitters, and production supervisors
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Experience reviewing Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and Site-Specific Safety Plans (SSSPs) for fabrication work
Ability to evaluate Project Work Plans for fabrication and welding safety risks
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

Interact with welders, fitters, fabricators, and production team members on the shop floor to identify hazards related to welding, cutting, grinding, rigging, and steel fabrication activities.
Assist with corrective actions, mentor employees on safe work practices, and foster a positive relationship that encourages a best-in-class safety culture in a heavy manufacturing environment.
Support and conduct safety & health inspections focused on welding operations, hot work, confined space entry, crane operations, material handling, and fabrication processes.
Apply the Company’s incident/accident prevention program. Investigate all incidents/accidents, identify root causes, and ensure corrective actions are implemented according to regulatory and site EHS requirements.
Support injury abatement programs through the development and tracking of leading and lagging indicators specific to fabrication and welding operations.
Conduct safety training including classroom and on-the-job training (OJT) for employees and subcontractors performing welding, cutting, grinding, and steel fabrication work.
Review new fabrication processes, welding procedures, equipment installations, and production layouts to ensure proper safety and industrial hygiene controls are incorporated.
Monitor and support compliance related to welding fumes, ventilation systems, respiratory protection, noise exposure, and other industrial hygiene concerns common to metal fabrication environments.
Verify and maintain all OSHA and regulatory documentation including hot work permits, confined space entry permits, equipment inspections, training records, and incident reports.
Interpret OSHA 1910, 1915, and 1926 standards with emphasis on welding, fabrication, material handling, and industrial manufacturing safety requirements.
Serve as a member of the Safety Committee and provide recommendations specific to fabrication shop safety improvements.
Partner with supervisors to enhance safety culture across welding bays, fabrication areas, and production departments.
Plan and oversee safety measures to minimize exposure to hazards such as welding fumes, sparks, heavy plate handling, energized equipment, and mobile equipment.
Champion projects designed to improve safety performance within operations.
Administrative responsibilities including managing spreadsheets, drafting documents, preparing reports, and developing training materials.
Additional duties as assigned.