Ehs Coordinator

Actalent; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an EHS Specialist to coordinate assigned EHS activities in Saint Paul, MN, reporting to the EHS Manager. Responsibilities include regulatory compliance, program development, training delivery, and documentation to support operations and the EHS team.

You will conduct inspections, assist with audits, participate in incident investigations, and help implement corrective actions. Strong communication and MS Office skills are essential, with certified training a plus.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in EHS, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering or related field;Bachelor's degree preferred (equivalent experience may be considered).
• 13+ years of EHS experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• OSHA knowledge; basic environmental compliance; EPA familiarity is a plus.
• Experience with site inspections, incident investigations, root-cause analysis, risk assessments, and corrective-action tracking (5 Whys a plus).
• Ability to present EHS information to small groups, lead trainings, and explain procedures clearly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and EHS software; recordkeeping and reporting ability.
• Relevant EHS certifications or training are a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate EHS activities in support of Operations and EHS team; track actions, timelines, and barriers.
• Conduct site inspections and support audits, document hazards, and track corrective actions.
• Participate in incident and near-miss investigations and help identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Prepare and update EHS documents, including safety data sheets, lockout/tagout procedures, and equipment safety instructions.
• Maintain chemical inventories and SDS databases; request SDSs from suppliers.
• Develop or update site-specific EHS procedures and training materials.
• Develop and deliver EHS trainings, including onboarding and site-specific classes.
• Support safety committee meetings and ergonomic improvement activities.
• Maintain EHS records and contribute to safety and environmental data reporting.
• Communicate inspection findings, status of investigations, and project progress to the EHS Manager.
• Enforce EHS policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Training delivery

Root cause analysis

Hazard identification

Documentation

Education

Associate degree in EHS / Safety / Environmental Science or related field; Bachelor's preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

SDS management systems

Job description

EHS Specialist Job Summary Under general direction of the EHS Manager, the EHS Contractor coordinates assigned EHS activities in support of Operations and the EHS team. Responsibilities may include regulatory compliance, EHS programs and procedures, employee training, and other related duties as required.

• Support EHS projects with operations, engineering, and maintenance; track actions, timelines, and barriers, and provide progress updates to the EHS Manager.
• Conduct routine site inspections and support audits and machine or task risk assessments. Document hazards, recommend practical corrective actions, and track items through completion.
• Participate in incident and near-miss investigations, gather relevant facts, and help identify root causes and effective corrective actions. Document findings and follow up to help prevent recurrence.
• Prepare and update EHS documents, including chemical and machine safety fact sheets, machine-specific lockout/tagout procedures, and equipment safety-device maintenance instructions.
• Maintain chemical inventories and safety data sheets; request current SDSs from suppliers and update the sites SDS database.
• Develop or update site-specific EHS procedures, training materials, and visual safety information using approved templates.
• Develop and deliver EHS trainings, including onboarding and site-specific classes. Explain procedures clearly, encourage questions, and maintain training materials and completion records.
• Support safety committee meetings and ergonomic improvement activities.
• Maintain EHS records and help compile safety and environmental data, reports, and management-system documentation.
• Communicate inspection findings, investigation status, project progress, and schedule risks to the EHS Manager; adapt to changing priorities.
• Enforce EHS policies and regulations.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in EHS, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering or related field, bachelors degree preferred. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.
• 13 years of EHS experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Working familiarity with OSHA requirements and basic environmental compliance; exposure to EPA requirements is an advantage.
• Experience or readiness to conduct site inspections and contribute to incident investigations, root cause analysis, risk assessments, and corrective-action tracking. Familiarity with methods such as 5 Whys is a plus.
• Able to present EHS information to small groups, lead training sessions, and explain site procedures in clear, practical terms.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and learning electronic EHS, SDS, or incident-tracking systems. Able to enter and organize records, track actions, and prepare basic reports.
• Strong writing, organization, communication, and collaboration skills; able to turn technical information into clear procedures and training materials.
• Relevant EHS certifications or training are a plus but not required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $44.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Paul,MN.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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