EHS Specialist

Element Solutions Inc•West Haven, CT

1d•$71,822 - $107,732

About The Position

Provides support to all functions of the company’s Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) systems and programs, with a primary focus on environmental permitting and regulatory compliance. Serves as the principal in-plant compliance and permitting specialist, ensuring all site operations adhere to federal, state, and local regulations. This role is responsible for administering environmental permits, maintaining compliance systems, and identifying opportunities to strengthen the EHS management system. The position drives continuous improvement of programs, policies, and compliance posture.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field
2–5 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
Direct experience managing environmental permits and regulatory reporting strongly preferred
Working knowledge of: RCRA (hazardous waste compliance), CWA (wastewater and stormwater permitting), OSHA regulations and workplace safety programs
Experience with Environmental and Health & Safety Management Systems (ISO 14001 / 45001) and auditing
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills

Responsibilities

Serve as the site lead for environmental permitting, including air, water, and waste permits.
Maintain and ensure compliance with all applicable permits (e.g., wastewater discharge, stormwater, air emissions).
Prepare, submit, and manage required regulatory reports (e.g., DMRs, TRI, Tier II, hazardous waste reports).
Interface with regulatory agencies (EPA, state DEP, local authorities) during inspections, audits, and communications.
Track regulatory changes and proactively assess impact to the facility; develop and implement compliance strategies.
Support permit renewals, modifications, and applications, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
Maintain documentation and records required to demonstrate full regulatory compliance.
RCRA compliance, including hazardous waste handling, storage, tracking, and disposal.
Assist with internal audits for regulatory, ISO (14001/45001), and company standards; identify gaps and drive corrective actions.
Maintain a consistent presence on the manufacturing floor, especially in high-risk or regulated areas.
Maintain compliance with safety procedures including hot work, confined space, lockout/tagout, fall protection, respiratory protection, and asbestos protocols.
Participate in risk assessments, job hazard analyses (JHAs), and behavior-based safety observations.
Investigate incidents, near misses, and compliance deviations; recommend and track corrective actions.
Identify and implement opportunities to improve the EHS management system (HSEMS) and overall safety culture.
Maintain databases for tracking training, compliance metrics, and regulatory requirements.
Support hazardous waste shipments, inspections, and environmental monitoring activities.