EHS Continuous Improvement Specialist (1st Shift)

Eaton; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton’s ES GEIS BLD division seeks an EHS Continuous Improvement Specialist (1st Shift) to drive safety improvements on the manufacturing floor. You will lead incident investigations, apply root cause analysis, and pursue ergonomic and process changes with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes hands-on risk reduction, data-driven decisions, and sustaining a strong safety culture across the facility.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; preferred higher education in safety.
• Experience conducting investigations and root cause analyses in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety programs.
• Experience with EHS management systems a plus.
• Ability to lead investigations from initiation through closure.

Responsibilities

• Lead incident investigations and manage corrective actions.
• Perform root cause analysis and data-driven risk reduction.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments and implement improvements.
• Participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement events.
• Engage floor employees and monitor safety trends.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Effective communication

On-floor observations

Project management

Ability to influence without authority

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Safety or related field

Tools

MESH

Benchmark

Gensuite

MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Job description

Eaton’s ES GEIS BLD division is currently seeking a EHS Continuous Improvement Specialist (1st Shift) . The hourly rate for this position is $28.07 per hour.CORE HOURS: 6AM - 2:30PMPlease note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.What you’ll do:The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Continuous Improvement Specialist is responsible for driving workplace safety improvements through incident investigation, root cause analysis, ergonomic risk reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position partners closely With production, engineering, maintenance, operations, and leadership teams to identify risks, investigate incidents, implement corrective actions, and improve overall safety performance across the facility.The successful candidate will spend significant time on the manufacturing floor engaging employees, observing work processes, identifying opportunities for improvement, and leading projects that reduce risk, improve ergonomics, eliminate hazards, and strengthen Eaton's safety culture.This position serves as a key resource for incident investigations and corrective action management white helping drive sustainable improvements through employee engagement, data analysis, and practical problem- solving.In this function you will:Incident Investigation & Corrective Action ManagementLead investigations involving injuries, first aid cases, near misses, property damage events, safety observations, environmental incidents, and other workplace events.Conduct root cause analysis utilizing structured problem-solving methodologies.Gather evidence, interview employees, collect witness statements, and document investigation findings.Develop comprehensive investigation reports, corrective action plans, and leadership presentations.Assign, track, and verify completion of corrective actions.Evaluate corrective action effectiveness and identify opportunities for additional risk reduction.Monitor trends and identify recurring issues requiring systemic improvement.Continuous ImprovementSupport continuous improvement initiatives focused on employee safety, risk reduction, and operational effectiveness.Participate in Kaizen activities and improvement events.Identify opportunities to eliminate hazards through process improvements and engineering controls.Utilize structured problem-solving tools including 5 Why Analysis, fishbone diagrams, A3 problem solving, process mapping, and PDCA methodology.Work with site leadership to prioritize and implement sustainable improvements.Ergonomics Program SupportPerform ergonomic assessments throughout manufacturing operations.Identify risk factors associated with musculoskeletal injuries.Develop recommendations to reduce ergonomic stressors.Partner with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to implement ergonomic improvements.Track ergonomic projects and validate improvement effectiveness.Qualifications:Required (Basic) QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED required.Minimum three (3) years of experience in manufacturing, environmental health and safety, industrial engineering, continuous improvement, operations, or a related field.Experience conducting investigations and problem solving in a manufacturing environment.No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Reno, NV will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.Preferred QualificationsAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Business, or related field.Experience leading incident investigations and root cause analyses.Experience conducting ergonomic assessments.Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement methodologies.Knowledge of OSHA regulations and manufacturing safety programs.Experience working within EHS management systems.Experience presenting information to leadership teams.Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills preferred.Experience with MESH, Benchmark, Gensuite, or similar management systems.Skills:Position CriteriaStrong report writing and presentation skills.Ability to effectively communicate with employees at all organizational levels.Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.Ability to independently manage investigations from initiation through closure.Ability to spend significant time on the manufacturing floor.Ability to walk, stand, bend, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds.Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.Ability to influence change without direct authority.Ability to work effectively with hourly employees, supervisors, managers, engineers, and leadership teams.Demonstrated ability to identify issues, develop solutions, and drive sustainable improvements.Strong organizational and project management abilities.Strong attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence.Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism during investigations.Ability to work independently with limited supervision.Employee must be able to work safely in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment while wearing required PPE, including safety glasses, steel-toe shoes with met guards, and area-specific PPE such as FR clothing and hearing protection when required.All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. 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