Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
About The Position
The Environmental Health and Safety Specialist provides administrative and operational support for facility EHS programs. The role maintains EHS records, databases, and regulatory information systems; supports required state and federal reporting; and helps ensure compliance with EHS policies, procedures, and regulations. The Specialist participates in inspections, assessments, surveys, and incident investigations; collects and interprets EHS performance data and facility KPIs; and assists with developing and delivering EHS training. The role also coordinates meetings and communications, prepares reports, and performs other duties as requested. Regular attendance is required, and mandatory overtime may be required in special circumstances. The position may require alternate shifts and workdays, including weekends, as business needs dictate, as well as occasional travel by air or car for meetings and audits.
Requirements
- Associate degree in life science, safety, environmental studies, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Project.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize work to meet established timelines.
- Ability to work alternate shifts and days of the week, including weekends, as needed by the business.
- Ability to travel occasionally by air or car for business meetings and audits.
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role, including frequently sitting, talking, hearing, standing, and walking; occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds; and close and distance vision and focus adjustment.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative assistance to EHS teams, including filing and tracking documents, preparing reports, and maintaining databases.
- Communicate with internal and external teams to gather information and updates.
- Complete state and federal reporting requirements.
- Support the maintenance of EHS regulatory information management systems.
- Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and take minutes.
- Assist in ensuring compliance with EHS policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Participate in inspections, assessments, and surveys to identify potential hazards.
- Assist in investigating accidents, injuries, and near-miss incidents and complete necessary reports.
- Maintain EHS records and files, including safety reports, permits, and audits.
- Collect and analyze data related to EHS performance metrics.
- Assist with developing and delivering EHS training programs.
- Assist in overseeing the facility’s environmental health and safety programs.
- Enter and interpret data related to facility KPIs and processes.
- Adhere to company safety requirements and perform other duties as requested.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
