Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist - Manufacturing - 2nd Shift

Role Overview

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist supports plant-wide safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role plays a hands-on part in OSHA compliance, incident investigation, training, audits, and continuous safety improvement to protect team members and ensure operational excellence.

This position is ideal for an EHS professional who thrives in a dynamic, on-the-floor environment – actively addressing safety challenges and implementing practical solutions – while ensuring accurate recordkeeping for compliance.

2nd Shift Hours : 7p - 3 : 45a

What You'll Be Responsible For

OSHA & Regulatory Compliance

Support compliance with OSHA and all applicable federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations

Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs, policies, and procedures

Monitor plant conditions and practices to ensure regulatory and company compliance

Inspections, Audits & Risk Reduction

Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly safety and environmental inspections

Identify hazards, compliance gaps, and improvement opportunities

Support internal and external audits, including regulatory agency inspections

Track and post required regulatory information and safety KPIs throughout the plant

Training & Safety Culture

Maintain and deliver EHS training for new hires, contractors, and visitors

Provide ongoing safety coaching for team members and leadership

Develop weekly safety talks and support regular safety walks

Incident Investigation & Workers' Compensation

Lead or support incident and accident investigations

Implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence

Assist with workers' compensation claims, injury investigations, and return-to-work coordination

Maintain CPR / AED, first aid, and blood-borne pathogen certifications

Ergonomics & Continuous Improvement

Support ergonomic assessments and improvements during process changes or new equipment launches

Assist departments with practical safety solutions that improve efficiency and reduce risk

Cross-Functional Support

Partner with Group Leaders on safety concerns, recommendations, and corrective actions

Serve as liaison with insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and safety providers when needed

Escalate issues appropriately to ensure safety and performance targets are met

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or related field

Equivalent education and experience may be considered

Experience

2 to 4 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment

Technical Knowledge

Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and state safety regulations

Understanding of industrial safety practices, environmental compliance, and ergonomic principles

Experience with incident investigations and corrective action implementation

Skills & Attributes

Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Strong communication skills across all levels of the organization

Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities

Hands-on problem solver who responds well to urgent issues

Ability to create clear, concise reports and training materials

Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates sound judgment

Language

English (written and verbal) required

Japanese language skills are a plus

Computer Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and standard computer applications

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Combination of office and manufacturing plant environment

PPE such as safety glasses and steel-toe shoes required in plant areas

Ability to walk, stand, sit, climb ladders, and use hand tools

Ability to lift up to 30 pounds

Travel up to 10% as needed

Why This Role Matters

This role directly impacts the safety, health, and well-being of every team member in the plant. The EHS Specialist helps prevent injuries, ensures compliance, and supports a culture where safety is part of how work gets done, not just a rulebook on the shelf.

Disclaimer

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform essential job functions. Employment remains at-will.