EHS Specialist

Dover Corporation•Conyers, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services. DFR is part of the Climate & Sustainable Technologies segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenues in excess of $7 billion. DFR is built on creativity and customer-centric innovation delivered by people invigorated by a strong sense of responsibility to help our customers win in their marketplaces. The relationships we build with our customers are as important to our success as the products we manufacture. This collaborative environment delivers FRESH THINKING, reassuring our customers that they choose the best when they choose to work with the people of Dover Food Retail. We are looking for an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist that will assist the Safety Manager with the responsibility of promoting a safety culture and policies, procedures, and safety work practices. This position will provide support for the day-to-day operations. Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state health & safety laws. The Environmental Health & Safety Specialist is accountable to coordinate and monitor programs to meet or exceed all company and regulatory requirements for employee health and safety.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum 3 years of EHS experience in manufacturing, distribution, warehousing, construction, or industrial environments.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety management systems.
Experience conducting incident investigations and implementing corrective actions.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
CSP, ASP, OHST, CHST, or similar professional certification.
Experience with ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 management systems.
Knowledge of environmental compliance programs, including hazardous waste, stormwater, air permitting, or wastewater requirements.
Experience with behavior-based safety, ergonomics, machine guarding, lockout/tagout, and contractor safety management.

Responsibilities

Conduct routine facility inspections, audits, and hazard assessments.
Support compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
Assist in the development and delivery of EHS training programs.
Investigate incidents, near misses, and injuries; perform root cause analysis and track corrective actions.
Maintain EHS records, reports, permits, and regulatory documentation.
Support emergency preparedness programs, drills, and response activities.
Participate in risk assessments, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), and machine safety reviews.
Monitor contractor safety and compliance activities.
Assist with workers’ compensation, return-to-work, and injury management processes.
Track safety metrics and prepare reports for leadership review.
Promote employee engagement through safety committees, observations, and continuous improvement initiatives.