EHS Specialist - Medical Industry | Pacífico

North American Production Sharing de México, S.A. de C.V.; Tijuana; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

North American Production Sharing de México, S.A. de C.V. is seeking an EHS Specialist to support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of programs that prevent workplace injuries, environmental incidents, and compliance risks.

You will lead regulatory compliance activities, manage waste programs, coordinate audits, and deliver safety training across the facility. The role focuses on maintaining permits and records, conducting risk assessments, investigating incidents, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in EHS or a related field.
• 3–5 years of EHS experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Professional certifications in Environmental, Health & Safety preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations, including STPS requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and programs.
• Maintain EHS permits, records, and compliance documentation.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analysis; drive corrective actions.
• Coordinate and deliver EHS training; promote a proactive safety culture.
• Manage hazardous and biological waste programs; monitor waste compliance.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, inspections, and regulatory visits.

Skills

Bilingual English and Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Health, or related field

Job description

Position Summary

This position supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of programs designed to prevent workplace injuries, occupational illnesses, environmental incidents, and compliance risks.

The EHS Specialist will lead regulatory compliance activities, manage hazardous and biological waste programs, coordinate audits and inspections, deliver safety training, and promote a culture of safety and environmental responsibility throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance & EHS Programs

• Ensure compliance with applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations, including STPS requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and programs.
• Maintain EHS permits, records, and compliance documentation.

Risk Management & Incident Prevention

• Conduct risk assessments, workplace inspections, and hazard evaluations.
• Lead incident, injury, and near-miss investigations and perform root cause analysis.
• Drive corrective and preventive actions to reduce workplace risks.

Training & Safety Culture

• Coordinate and deliver EHS training programs.
• Promote employee engagement and awareness through safety initiatives.
• Support the development of a proactive safety culture across the organization.

Environmental & Waste Management

• Manage hazardous, non-hazardous, and biological/infectious waste programs.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of regulated materials.
• Monitor compliance with environmental and waste management regulations.

Audits, Emergency Preparedness & Continuous Improvement

• Coordinate internal and external audits, inspections, and regulatory visits.
• Maintain emergency preparedness and response programs, including drills and training.
• Partner with Facilities and Operations to implement EHS improvements and close audit findings.

Education and Experience

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Health, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of EHS experience within a manufacturing environment.

Preferred

• Experience in the medical device, pharmaceutical, healthcare, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries.
• Experience supporting ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 13485 management systems.
• Professional certifications related to Environmental, Health & Safety.
• Bilingual English and Spanish communication skills, both written and verbal.