Environmental Health & Safety Specialist IV

Iconma

Thomasville, NC

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Auditing, Best Practices, Change Management, Chemical Engineering, Chemical Processes, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Datasheets, Detail Oriented, Emergency Response, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Health, Environmental Sciences, Establish Priorities, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Health Plan, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), ISO 14001, Identify Issues, Industrial Hygiene, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Materials Management, Occupational Health, Painting (Facilities and Maintenance), Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Process Safety Management, Regulations, Risk, Risk Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Site Evaluation, Team Player, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Waste Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Thomasville, NC
POSTED
4 days ago
Our Client, a Coatings and Paints company, is looking for an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist IV for their Thomasville, NC location.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Plan, lead, and execute EHS audits and inspections across multiple industrial sites with chemical operations
  • Evaluate Compliance With:
  • Local, provincial/state, federal, and international EHS regulations
  • Internal EHS policies and global EHS management systems (e.g., ISO 14001, ISO 45001)
  • Assess Site Conformance Related To:
  • Chemical handling, storage, labeling, and transportation
  • Process safety management (PSM)
  • Hazardous materials and waste management
  • Emergency response and spill prevention
  • Occupational health and industrial hygiene controls
  • Chemical & Process Safety
  • Review And Assess:
  • Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and chemical inventories
  • Risk assessments and job safety analyses (JSAs)
  • Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), HAZOPs, and change management (MOC)
  • Verify controls for exposure prevention, ventilation, PPE, and engineering safeguards
  • Evaluate contractor and supplier EHS compliance related to chemical risks
  • Reporting & Corrective Actions
  • Document audit findings clearly, objectively, and defensibly
  • Assign risk ratings and prioritize findings based on severity and regulatory impact
  • Work with site leadership to develop corrective and preventive action plans (CAPAs)
  • Track closure of audit findings and verify effectiveness of corrective actions
  • Advisory & Continuous Improvement
  • Provide technical EHS guidance and best practice recommendations
  • Identify systemic issues and trends across sites and recommend improvements
  • Support internal EHS programs, training initiatives, and site readiness for regulatory inspections
  • Participate in incident investigations and root cause analyses as required
  • Stakeholder & Regulatory Interaction
  • Collaborate with plant leadership, EHS managers, engineering, and operations teams
  • Support interactions with regulatory authorities and third-party auditors
  • Contribute to corporate EHS performance metrics and reporting
 
Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in:
  • Environmental Health & Safety
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Environmental Science
  • Occupational Health
  • or a related technical discipline
  • Experience
  • 5+ years of EHS experience in chemical, industrial, manufacturing, or process environments
  • Proven experience conducting EHS audits across multiple sites
  • Hands on knowledge of chemical safety and industrial operations
  • Technical Knowledge
  • Strong understanding of:
  • Chemical safety regulations and standards
  • Industrial hygiene principles
  • Process safety management
  • Hazardous waste and environmental compliance
  • Familiarity with ISO based EHS management systems
  • Skills
  • Strong audit planning, interviewing, and documentation skills
  • Ability to interpret regulations and apply them in practical industrial settings
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Comfortable challenging non compliance while maintaining collaborative relationships
  • Strong analytical and risk assessment capabilities
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Professional certifications such as:
  • CSP (Certified Safety Professional)
  • CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist)
  • CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager)
  • ISO 14001 / 45001 Lead Auditor
  • Experience in global or multinational audit programs
  • Experience with regulatory inspections and enforcement actions
  • Key Competencies
  • Attention to detail and objectivity
  • Integrity and independence
  • Practical risk-based decision making
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Strong safety leadership presence
 
Why Should You Apply?
  • Health Benefits
  • Referral Program
  • Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
 
ICONMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive considerationfor employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.

About the Company

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Iconma

ICONMA is a global information consulting management firm providing Professional Staffing Services and Project-Based Solutions for organizations in a broad range of industries.

  • Corporate Headquarters in Troy, Michigan; 20+ locations worldwide.
  • Certified Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE); certified by Women’s Business Enterprise National Council, National Women Business Owners Corporation (NWBOC); and California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).
  • Founded in 2000
  • 2000+ Employees

The company was founded on the principle that success is derived from delivering high quality service and resources in the most responsive, flexible, and innovative way. ICONMA invests in people and resources with a single goal: To provide our customers with the highest quality service in the most responsive manner. Through its network of offices, ICONMA provides the resources to help clients maintain their competitive advantage.

COMPANY SIZE
2,000 to 2,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Management Consulting Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
401K, Employee Referral Program, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
2000
WEBSITE
https://www.iconma.com/