EHS Specialist

Global Power Components • Milwaukee, WI

19h • Onsite

About The Position

The EHS Specialist supports Global Power Components’ commitment to providing a safe, compliant, and high-performing manufacturing environment. This role enhances safety and environmental processes across GPC's large-scale fabrication and assembly operations. This role requires close collaboration with management and departmental leaders to develop safety protocols, conduct hazard assessments, and promote a culture of safety.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health and Safety or Industrial Hygiene, or equivalent years of experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in a similar role, particularly within manufacturing.
• Knowledge of industry-specific safety/environmental (OSHA, EPA) standards (local, state, federal, etc.).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support consistent and effective safety messaging across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and safety management software.
• Willingness and ability to work all shifts, including weekends, when required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail oriented with the ability to maintain accurate records and generate comprehensive reports.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual communication ability is preferred but will consider others.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety audits to identify and minimize safety hazards in the workplace.
• Develop and implement safety policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Conduct safety training for employees and management on various safety topics and best practices tailored to the organizational needs.
• Deliver training for new hires, annual requirements, and job specific procedures.
• Lead incident investigations to determine root causes and make recommendations for corrective actions.
• Manage programs such as lockout/tagout, confined space, respiratory protection, hearing conservation, hazard communication, and PIT safety.
• Safety Committee collaboration, lead employee meetings, collaborate to promote safety awareness and encourage employee engagement.
• Emergency response planning, evacuation protocols, fire drills, and emergency lighting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees