EHS & Learning Systems Specialist

Butler Radio; Butler, Northern (Butler County, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Butler Radio seeks an EHS & Learning Systems Specialist to coordinate EHS management systems and enterprise-wide training. You will drive ISO 45001 compliance, lead a company-wide training strategy, and partner with operations to foster a safe, compliant work environment.

The role emphasizes systems, strategy, and capability-building, with site-level EHS resources handling day-to-day safety execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in safety, environment, HR, or training.
• 5+ years of experience in EHS, training, or related field.
• Experience with ISO 45001 or similar management systems preferred
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments preferred

Responsibilities

• Own EHS management systems and ensure ISO alignment across sites.
• Lead the design and execution of company-wide training strategy and programs.
• Oversee incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through cross-functional leadership.
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools for leadership visibility and continuous improvement

Skills

EHS management systems

Training program design

Strategic thinking

Analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

LMS & reporting

Education

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

Tools

LMS platforms

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
  • Job‑specific skills and competencies
  • 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)
  • Operations leadership
  • 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