Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Dover Corporation • Keosauqua, IA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist partners with the site operations team to make safety a core value and works under the direction of the EHS Manager. The role supports the plant EHS Manager and plant staff in identifying and addressing safety and environmental compliance issues, communicating priorities and regulatory updates, and engaging supervisors and shop floor personnel in safety practices.

The specialist helps maintain compliance with applicable safety and environmental programs, supports inspections and investigations, and develops and delivers employee training in alignment with OSHA requirements and company policies. The position also identifies opportunities for continuous improvement. It is located in Keosauqua, Iowa.

Requirements

• Associate degree, or at least 5 years of relevant experience in lieu of education.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Previous EHS experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Training.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, including OSHA, NFPA, and ANSI, and environmental regulations, including EPA requirements.
• Ability to contribute and participate in a team environment.
• Ability to accomplish assigned tasks, provide feedback, construct plans, and demonstrate confidence in team leader and team member roles.
• Experience with Enablon or other EHS platforms.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 regulatory requirements.
• Experience in coaching, training, networking, and facilitation.

Responsibilities

• Support the plant EHS Manager and plant staff by investigating, recognizing, and reporting safety and environmental compliance issues and recommending corrective actions.
• Communicate safety priorities, regulatory updates, and corrective actions clearly and consistently across the facility.
• Coordinate with supervisors and shop floor personnel to engage in daily safety discussions.
• Conduct daily Gemba walks.
• Assist with incident investigations.
• Learn, read, understand, and communicate EHS regulatory requirements.
• Develop and deliver clear, effective EHS training to employees in alignment with OSHA requirements and company policies.
• Audit and maintain systems to ensure compliance with applicable facility safety and environmental programs.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in safety and environmental compliance.
• Support OSHA compliance inspections.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Flexible spending.
• Paid holidays.
• Eligible to earn a discretionary performance-based bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree