Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist II

Veranova L P • Devens, MA

22h • $105,000 - $115,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The EHS Safety Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving site safety programs to protect employees, contractors, and visitors. This role partners with operations, maintenance, and leadership teams to identify hazards, maintain regulatory compliance, investigate incidents, deliver safety training, and foster a strong safety culture throughout the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, engineering, science or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in an EHS related position
• Knowledge of occupational safety regulations, hazard identification, risk assessment methodologies, and safety management systems.
• Experience supporting or managing safety programs, inspections, audits, and incident investigations.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and training skills with the ability to influence safe work practices at all levels of the organization.
• Must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time while in plant, reaching, handling, twisting, and bending spine at waist if operating equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Professional safety certification such as ASP, CSP, CHST, or equivalent preferred.
• Experience working in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, chemical manufacturing, or regulated industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain site safety programs, policies, and initiatives to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.
• Conduct safety inspections, hazard assessments, and risk evaluations; recommend and implement corrective actions to reduce workplace risks.
• Investigate workplace incidents, injuries, and near-misses to determine root causes and drive corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations, company standards, and industry best practices.
• Manage contractor safety programs, including onboarding, training, and verification of site-specific safety requirements.
• Develop and deliver safety training on topics such as hazard recognition, PPE, emergency response, and safe work practices.
• Support emergency preparedness activities, including drills, response planning, and employee awareness programs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health & wellness benefits.
• Access to mental health resources and wellness programs.
• Generous PTO and holiday pay policies.
• Eligibility for performance-based bonuses.
• Attractive 401(k) Plan with company match.
• Opportunities for continuous learning through LinkedIn Learning, workshops, conferences, and mentorship.
• Tuition Assistance for Undergraduate and Graduate degree programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level