EHS & Process Engineer: Safety, Compliance & Improvement

MDS Staffing; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MDS Staffing is seeking an EH&S Engineer for a manufacturing plant in Orange County, CA. The role focuses on regulatory compliance and technical oversight to ensure environmental and safety standards are met while contributing as a process engineer.

Responsibilities include maintaining lockout/tagout procedures, delivering EH&S trainings, performing inspections, writing SOPs, supporting the 24-hour HAZWOPER team, and managing EH&S software.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering with Environmental Health & Safety focus.
• 3+ years in manufacturing, preferably chemicals/materials.
• 40‑hour HAZWOPER certification ideal (24‑hour acceptable).
• Open to EH&S Engineer or process engineer expanding skillset.
• Train the Trainer certification in LOTO/Confined Space/Fall protection or similar.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update lockout/tagout procedures.
• Perform monthly EH&S trainings.
• Conduct periodic EH&S inspections.
• Participate in weekend safety meetings and safety committee teams.
• Write EH&S SOPs.
• Member of the 24-hour HAZWOPER team.
• Manage administrative duties in EH&S software systems.
• Assist in permit-required environmental activities (wastewater, storm water, air quality).

Skills

HAZWOPER knowledge

LOTO

Confined Space

Fall protection

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Environmental Sciences, Occupational Health & Safety)

Tools

EH&S software

Job description

MDS Staffing is seeking an EH&S Engineer for a manufacturing plant in Orange County, CA. The role focuses on regulatory compliance and technical oversight to ensure environmental and safety standards are met while contributing as a process engineer.

Responsibilities include maintaining lockout/tagout procedures, delivering EH&S trainings, performing inspections, writing SOPs, supporting the 24-hour HAZWOPER team, and managing EH&S software.