EHS Specialist

PBI-Gordon Companies, Inc. • Galena, KS

7d • Onsite

About The Position

At PBI-Gordon Companies, and our subsidiaries PBI-Gordon Corporation, Pegasus Laboratories, and PetAg, Inc, our priority is people, pets, and the places they go. As employee owners, we support each other in building our careers as well as our companies. Our foundation is rooted in integrity, innovation, partnership, and pride. Come grow with us!
The EHS Specialist plays a key role in supporting day-to-day environmental, health, and safety activities at the site, with a focus on incident management, employee training, and maintaining a safe, compliant work environment.
This is a hands-on role that partners closely with site leadership, employees, HR, and the broader EHS team to drive safety awareness, support compliance efforts, and ensure follow-through on key initiatives.
This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and looking to gain experience in EHS within a structured and supportive environment.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience in EHS, safety, or a related role within manufacturing, industrial, or similar environments
• Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and/or DOT requirements
• Experience supporting safety programs, incident tracking, training, or compliance activities
• Strong organizational skills and follow-through
• Ability to work independently while knowing when to escalate
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• High School Diploma

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or related field
• Professional certification (ASP, CSP, CHMM, CIH, or similar)
• Experience in a multi-site or team-based EHS environment

Responsibilities

• Support the incident reporting process, including documentation, investigation participation, and corrective action tracking
• Partner with site leaders and HR to identify root causes and support practical corrective actions
• Monitor corrective actions to completion and escalate risks or delays as needed
• Apply sound judgment when assessing risk and determining when to escalate
• Deliver monthly EHS training sessions aligned to site and regulatory requirements
• Identify training gaps and support development of site-specific content
• Track and report training completion and effectiveness
• Provide coaching and support to employees in a positive, approachable manner
• Support regulatory compliance activities, including inspections, documentation, and follow-up
• Assist with audits, corrective actions, and site-level EHS initiatives
• Support small EHS projects in collaboration with the EHS team
• Participate in regular safety meetings with site leadership
• Build strong working relationships with site leaders, HR, and employees
• Prepare for and participate in safety and EHS team meetings
• Communicate clearly, proactively, and professionally across stakeholders

Benefits

• Employee Ownership (ESOP): Company-funded retirement contribution of approximately 18% of pay, plus 401(k)
• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA, and Pet Insurance
• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and parental leave
• Fitness and tuition reimbursement programs
• Relocation assistance available
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short- and Long-term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Fitness Reimbursement
• William Everett & Mary Ellen Mealman Scholarship Fund
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Parental Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees