EHS Specialist

Job description

This position is available at any of the following locations: Cary, NC – 4001 Weston Parkway Leonia, NJ – 600 Willow Tree Rd, 07605 Glen Allen, VA – 4880 Cox Road, 23060 Bellevue, WA – 3006 Northrup Way, 98004 Norfolk, VA - 4545 Patent Rd, 23502 Job Summary: The EHS Specialist has comprehensive responsibility for the implementation and administration of all Health, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and OSHA compliance Programs at Leonia, Richmond, Bellevue, and Cary facilities under the EHS Senior Manager for EPP and T&P.

The EHS Specialist will strive to provide a healthy and accident-free work environment for all employees through the recognition, evaluation, and control of environmental and workplace health hazards. The EHS Specialist will counsel management and employees honestly and completely in the responsible and ethical application of environmental and industrial health principles and practices.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead activities that drive compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and corporate EHS laws, regulations, policies, and guidelines
• Analyze data and audit processes that drive compliance in Ergonomics, emergency preparedness and response, preventative maintenance, traffic management, contractor management, and other various management standards
• Support and improve EHS programs and practices in the plant to reduce and eliminate hazards and associated risks
• Assist in leading departmental EHS Projects and completing required reports
• Lead and/or support investigations of workplace incidents, complete root cause analyses to determine appropriate corrective actions, and ensure completion
• Conduct safety inspections
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to the site by leading or assisting in safety committee team and meetings, including EHS regulatory interpretations
• Participate in incident investigations
• Participate in sustainability initiatives and reporting
• Promote behavior-based safety
• Ensure all employee and contractor training is completed, documented, and maintained

Qualifications

Key Characteristics

Passion for environmental, health, and safety-related matters Enthusiastic trainer Organized and attentive to details Self-motivated Shows initiative Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of and implementation of hazard recognition, evaluation, and control
• Knowledge of working with Google Workspace or Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of Incoming Material Approval Systems and SDS tracking
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work closely with plant management and office personnel and production/field employees Education & Experience: Required Associate's or Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college, preferably in Occupational Health and Safety, Chemistry, Engineering, or Environmental Science, or relevant experience At least 3 to 5 years of experience in an EHS role.

Working Conditions

Less than 25% travel The job description is not designed to capture all the employee’s responsibilities but is intended to capture essential functions of the role. Responsibilities may change over time and may be assigned at any time.