Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist - Westminster, MD
About The Position
The EHS Specialist will oversee environmental, health, and safety protocols within a manufacturing facility, ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role is focused on driving comprehensive EHS programs, maintaining regulatory compliance, and aligning with internal safety standards. Strong support from corporate and regional leadership will be provided, with potential for full-time conversion based on performance. Specialized Focus Areas include Industrial OSHA applications, Hexavalent chromium medical surveillance setup, Hearing conservation programs, Heat stress management in industrial environments, and Chemical lifecycle management (ordering through disposal).
Requirements
- OSHA 511 or OSHA 501
- Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and manufacturing safety standards
- Experience with LOTO, PPE, hazardous materials, and machine guarding
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams
- High level of organization, professionalism, and confidentiality
Nice To Haves
- OSHA outreach training experience
Responsibilities
- Conduct site safety inspections and employee safety orientations
- Ensure compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations
- Manage hazardous materials and perform site audits
- Lead incident investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions
- Promote a proactive, zero-incident safety culture through training and engagement
- Monitor and report EHS metrics, performance, and audit readiness
- Develop and lead EHS initiatives, targets, and strategic programs
- Guide implementation of EHS management systems through leadership and coaching
- Utilize data-driven insights to improve safety performance and reduce risk
- Manage compliance through audits, permitting, and documentation
- Serve as the primary contact for regulatory inspections
- Develop and maintain emergency preparedness and operational safety programs
- Maintain EHS documentation, postings, and regulatory submissions
- Support audits and inspections, including stormwater evaluations
- Conduct full and partial EHS audits for ongoing compliance
Benefits
- Completion Bonus: $150/month
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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