Senior EHS Specialist

Our client is seeking a Senior Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist | Supervisor to lead site‑level EHS programs and drive a proactive safety culture. This role owns regulatory compliance, risk reduction initiatives, training programs, and continuous improvement efforts across a complex manufacturing environment.

You will partner closely with operations, engineering, and facilities teams to ensure safe processes, compliant operations, and strong environmental stewardship.

Onsite | No Visa Sponsorship | No Relocation Assistance

Please Note: Only candidates currently living within a 45–60 minute commute will be considered, as this role requires daily on‑site presence

Responsibilities:

• Track and report key EHS metrics to site leadership.
• Lead emergency preparedness and response planning.
• Deliver new‑hire, annual, and task‑specific safety training.
• Coordinate internal audits, inspections, and regulatory interactions.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Lead and manage the site's Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) program.
• Manage EHS reporting, recordkeeping, permits, and regulatory submissions.
• Conduct hazard assessments, job safety analyses, and risk‑mitigation activities.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and applicable state/local regulations.
• Lead incident investigations, root‑cause analyses, and corrective action programs.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve EHS policies, procedures, and training.
• Monitor workplace conditions and identify opportunities for safety and environmental improvement.
• Support engineering, manufacturing, and facilities teams on EHS considerations for new processes, equipment, and facility changes.

Qualifications (Must-Haves)

• Ability to lead audits, inspections, and regulatory interactions.
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence cross‑functional teams.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA and environmental compliance requirements.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and implementing corrective actions.
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing EHS programs, policies, and training.
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Safety Engineering, or related field OR equivalent hands‑on experience.
• 3–5+ years of EHS experience in regulated manufacturing (medical device, biotech, pharmaceutical, electronics, or other highly regulated production environments)

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with EHS management systems, LMS platforms, and reporting tools.
• Professional certifications (CSP, CIH, CHMM, OSHA 30/500) are beneficial but not required.
• Experience supporting complex equipment, high‑hazard operations, or regulated technical environments.

Benefits & Perks:

• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(k) with employer match
• Flexible working environment
• Comprehensive Leave Programs