Enviromental Health and Safety Specialist

Copperweld Bimetallics LLC•Fayetteville, TN

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a high-performing team that is going for a home run! Copperweld is seeking a knowledgeable and proactive EHS Specialist to support the EHS Director and help strengthen our safety culture across all manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for executing day-to-day safety activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and promoting a safe and healthy workplace. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in a safety role within a manufacturing or industrial environment and is comfortable being a visible, hands-on presence on the production floor. This position will be on-site in Fayetteville, TN.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience in a safety, occupational health, or EHS-related role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, safe work practices, and hazard control methods.
Experience conducting audits, inspections, investigations, or safety training.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust across all levels.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
A proactive, hands-on approach and willingness to be regularly present on the production floor.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn EHS reporting systems.
Commitment to supporting a strong safety culture and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental Health, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field is preferred.
Certifications such as OSHA 30, ASP, GSP, or other safety-related credentials are a plus (but not required).

Responsibilities

Support the EHS Director in implementing and maintaining company-wide safety programs, procedures, and policies.
Conduct routine safety audits, inspections, and hazard assessments across operational areas.
Assist in incident investigations, participate in root-cause analysis, and help implement corrective and preventive actions.
Deliver or support safety training, toolbox talks, orientation programs, and ongoing education for employees and supervisors.
Assist in tracking and trending safety performance indicators to support continuous improvement efforts.
Monitor workplace conditions to identify unsafe behaviors, hazards, and improvement opportunities.
Maintain safety documentation, logs, and compliance-related records in accordance with OSHA and company requirements.
Support compliance with OSHA and other applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations.
Participate in the development and rollout of safety initiatives and EHS performance improvement projects.
Assist with emergency response plans, preparedness activities, and safety equipment inspections.
Serve as a resource for employees and leadership regarding safety procedures, PPE requirements, and best practices.
Help track, analyze, and report key safety metrics and trends to the EHS Director.
Perform other duties as assigned.