Specialist, Environmental, Health & Safety-Prod

Scout Motors • Columbia, SC

25d • Onsite

About The Position

The Environment, Health & Safety Specialist supports planning, coordination, and execution of initiatives across the EHS organization. The role serves as the EHS contact and resource for assigned areas and departments in Blythewood, South Carolina, and helps develop, implement, and continuously improve EHS programs for Production and Construction. The ideal candidate brings practical experience with personal protective equipment, emergency response, hazard response and management, and employee training, and can adapt to a fast-paced, evolving work environment while managing competing priorities from multiple stakeholders.

The position is based at Scout Motors’ Columbia, South Carolina location and requires 4–5 days per week in the office, regular in-person meetings and events, and occasional domestic travel. A valid driver’s license is required. The role reports to the Sr. Manager, Environment, Health & Safety.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in health, safety, engineering, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in EHS.
• Working knowledge of U.S. federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional materials.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Project, PowerPoint, Excel, and other collaboration tools.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Analytical mindset and ability to interpret data and provide meaningful insights.
• Proactive and organized; able to work independently and collaboratively.
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and discretion.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work in person at the Columbia, South Carolina location 4–5 days per week and travel occasionally domestically.
• Integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, a positive attitude, a growth mindset, adaptability, flexibility, and a collaborative approach.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certification, such as CSP.
• At least 2 years of experience supporting manufacturing operations.
• At least 2 years of experience supporting facility construction projects.
• Experience in the EV automotive industry is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily activities, including serving as a main point of contact for Production and EHS teams.
• Serve as the EHS contact and resource for assigned areas and departments in Blythewood, South Carolina.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve EHS programs for Production and Construction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement policies, procedures, and practices suited to relevant risks, hazards, and conditions.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify and mitigate risks and hazards.
• Own and manage personal protective equipment, Life Safety, and safety equipment for assigned areas.
• Develop and deliver curated training programs for Production and specialized work.
• Ensure compliance with industry safety standards, local, state, and federal regulations, and company safety policies and procedures.
• Respond to incidents; lead or participate in investigations and learning teams; and communicate as appropriate.
• Work with the People team, Risk & Insurance, and onsite Health Service on light duty, return-to-work, and other programs.
• Maintain detailed records of equipment safety assessments, inspections, and corrective actions.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on safety performance and improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Sr. Manager, Environment, Health & Safety.

Benefits

• Competitive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, and income protection plans.
• 401(k) program with employer match and immediate vesting.
• 20 days of planned PTO, as accrued.
• 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays annually.
• Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders.
• Paid leave for bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave.
• Base salary and eligibility to participate in an annual performance bonus program.

What This Job Offers

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