EHS Technician - 1st Shift

JB Poindexter & Co • Janesville, WI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The EHS Technician supports environmental, health, and safety programs at Morgan Truck Body’s Janesville, Wisconsin location on the first shift. Working with the EHS Manager, site leaders, and team members, the technician helps promote safe work practices, maintain compliance, and support a safer workplace.

The position supports incident and injury investigations, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, EHS recordkeeping and reporting, workplace audits, safety programs, training, hazard assessments, and employee engagement. It also includes managing hazardous waste in accordance with regulations and company procedures, providing administrative and project support to the EHS Manager, and completing other assigned EHS-related duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0–3 years of manufacturing, warehouse, industrial, safety, or related experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experience using databases and computerized systems.
• Strong communication, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills, including the ability to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results.
• Willingness to pursue relevant EHS certifications, including OSHA 501, ASP, CSP, CIH, or other certifications required for the role.
• Ability to meet the position’s physical requirements, including frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and use of hands; occasional lifting and carrying of materials up to 35 pounds; and use of safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of OSHA standards, EPA regulations, and manufacturing safety practices.
• Associate degree.

Responsibilities

• Support accident and injury investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain EHS records, compliance systems, and safety metrics to support accurate reporting and regulatory readiness.
• Support workplace audits covering LOTO, machine guarding, hot work, electrical safety, waste, stormwater, and OSHA/EPA requirements.
• Support safety policies, procedures, communications, training, new-hire orientation, and other EHS initiatives.
• Assist with job safety analyses (JSAs), PPE assessments, and corrective actions to identify and reduce workplace hazards.
• Partner with team members, leadership, vendors, and contractors to address safety concerns and strengthen safety performance.
• Manage hazardous waste in line with regulations and company procedures.
• Provide administrative and project support to the EHS Manager and perform other EHS-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement and leadership development.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Exclusive discounts on footwear, eyewear, and safety gear.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED