EHS & Learning Systems Specialist

JS; Bonnie Brook (PA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

JS is seeking an EHS & Learning Systems Specialist to coordinate Environmental, Health & Safety management systems and enterprise-wide training strategy. You will lead ISO 45001/14001 compliance, develop competency frameworks, and partner with operations to maintain a safe work environment.

You will drive a culture of safety through effective training, manage LMS platforms, and collaborate with site EHS teams on continuous improvement and data reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in safety, environment, HR, or training.
• 5+ years in EHS, training, or related function.
• ISO 45001 experience strongly preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own EHS management systems and compliance, including ISO 45001/14001.
• Design and execute a company-wide training strategy and competency matrices.
• Oversee incident investigations, RCA, and corrective actions.
• Lead cross-functional efforts to foster a proactive safety culture.
• Manage EHS and training data, dashboards, and continuous improvement.

Skills

EHS management systems

Training program design

Strategic thinking

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Data/reporting tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, HR, Training & Development, or related field

Tools

LMS platforms

Paylocity

Synthesia

Job description

Description

Position Summary

The EHS & Learning Systems Specialist is responsible for coordinating the organization’s Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) management systems and enterprise-wide training strategy. This role ensures compliance with ISO standards, drives a culture of safety through effective training and competency development, and partners with operations to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.

This position focuses on systems, strategy, and capability-building, while collaborating closely with site-level EHS resources who lead day-to-day technical safety execution.

Key Responsibilities

1. EHS Management Systems & Compliance

• Serve as the primary owner of the ISO 45001 and 14001 management system
• Maintain and continuously improve EHS policies, procedures, and documentation
• Lead internal and external audits; ensure audit readiness across all sites
• Monitor regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA, state/local) and ensure system alignment
• Track, analyze, and report EHS performance metrics (TRIR, LTIR, near misses, etc.)
• Partner with site EHS personnel to ensure consistent application of standards

2. Training & Competency Development

• Lead the design and execution of a company-wide training strategy
• Develop structured training programs for: Safety and compliance
• Develop structured training programs for: Job-specific skills and competencies
• Develop structured training programs for: Leadership and onboarding
• Ensure all training aligns with ISO 45001 competency and awareness requirements
• Implement and manage LMS platforms (e.g., Paylocity, Synthesia, or equivalent)
• Establish and maintain training matrices and competency frameworks
• Evaluate training effectiveness and drive continuous improvement

3. Incident & Risk Management (Oversight)

• Provide oversight and guidance on incident investigation processes
• Ensure root cause analysis and corrective actions are completed and tracked
• Partner with EHS Specialists to identify trends and systemic risks
• Support development of risk assessments (JHAs, hazard analyses, etc.)

4. Cross-Functional Leadership & Culture

• Partner with Operations, HR, and Leadership to promote a proactive safety culture
• Support leadership development related to safety accountability
• Drive employee engagement initiatives related to safety and continuous improvement
• Act as a key advisor to leadership on EHS and training-related matters

5. Systems, Data & Continuous Improvement

• Own EHS and training data systems, ensuring accuracy and usability
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools for leadership visibility
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives related to EHS and training

Reporting Structure

• Reports to: HR Director / Executive Leadership
• Works closely with: EHS Specialists (site-level execution)
• Works closely with: Operations leadership
• Works closely with: HR and training stakeholders

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Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, HR, Training & Development, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience in EHS, training, or a related function
• Experience with ISO 45001 or similar management systems strongly preferred
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of EHS management systems (ISO-based preferred)
• Experience designing and implementing training programs and systems
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical execution
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Proficiency with LMS platforms and data/reporting tools