EHS Senior Specialist

Avantor; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantor is seeking an on-site Environmental, Health, and Safety professional to support the EHSS&S Manager at our Solon, OH facility. You will help implement programs, manage compliance, and coordinate safety initiatives with site personnel.

The role emphasizes training, audits, and regulatory liaison with government agencies, aiming to sustain a safe manufacturing environment. CSP preferred, strong communication and analytical skills required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in safety, engineering, industrial technology, or related field preferred.
• 2–3 years of practical EHS experience in a manufacturing environment; 5+ years of EHS experience without a degree.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) credential is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and executing EHS programs, policies, and compliance.
• Provide training (formal and informal) on safety policies and practices.
• Support emergency response programs and site safety initiatives.
• Assist in incident investigations and root cause analysis (RCA).
• Maintain knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations and corporate guidelines.

Skills

MS Office tools

Public speaking

Analytical reasoning

Interpersonal communication

Math & logic

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety, engineering, industrial technology, or related field

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) credential (preferred)

Tools

MS365 Apps

Job description

The Opportunity:

At Avantor, people are the most important part of our success because they drive our global performance. That’s why our Operations, Lab Services, Sales, and many other Avantor teams rely on our talent acquisition initiatives to attract, engage and hire the right talent. Avantor’s EHS vertical is a crucial part of this mix, enabling all our internal teams worldwide to grow beyond their limits.

This position assists the site Environmental, Health, Safety, Security, & Sustainability (EHSS&S) Manager in managing, implementing, and executing all programs for environmental compliance, loss control, safety, security, health, fire prevention, emergency response planning and all associated training. Will assist in creating and maintaining programs to meet federal, state, local and corporate environmental safety and health regulations while maintaining the applicable records and documentations demonstrable during an inspection or audit. Works with all departments, as well as site and corporate EHS, government agencies, industry associations, and peers within our industry.

This will position will report into the EHS Manager and will be full time onsite at our Solon, OH location.

What we're looking for:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in safety, engineering, industrial technology, or related field preferred
• Experience: At least two (2) to three (3) years of practical EHS experience in a manufacturing environment. At least five (5) years of EHS experience without a degree in related field
• Preferred Experience: Certified Safety Professionals (CSP) credential is preferred

Who you are:

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Tools and MS365 Apps
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management
• Ability to use Mathematics, Logic, and Reasoning
• Strong verbal, written, analytical, and persuasive skills
• Comfortable with public speaking (small to medium-sized groups)
• Understanding of Chemistry and chemical properties is preferred
• Ability to wear a full-face respirator on the job (as needed)
• Possess a professional safety certification or ability to obtain one within the first six (6) months of employment
• Office environment: Constant sitting while using the computer. Constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents. Constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication. Must be able to function well under peak activity periods.

How you will thrive and create an impact:

• Assist in support and managing programs, policies, and compliance related to corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Has and continues to develop a working knowledge of all applicable federal and state, local regulations, as well as corporate guidelines and policies; educates plant staff and ensures compliance of said requirements.
• Assists with creating effective training programs that satisfy Site needs and helps to improve understanding of all EHS requirements.
• Provides training (formal and informal) to employees, supervisors and managers on safety policies and practices.
• Knowledge of hazardous waste (RCRA) generator requirements and ability to help with chemical waste management at the facility.
• Supports and updates the emergency response programs for site.
• Provides EHS orientation for all new employees as well as all contractors and visitors.
• Serves as an EHSS&S representative at the Site.
• Works with the Employee Safety Committee at the site to enhance and maintain our culture.
• Performs Gemba walks, inspections, and audits as required.
• Assist in incident and injury investigations and able to perform root cause analysis (RCA).
• Maintain a presence on the operations floor and provide feedback/coaching regarding unsafe acts and behaviors.
• Able to effectively communicate regulatory and corporate EHS requirements and expectations to the Site personnel.
• Assists in managing aspects of security for the Site.
• Maintain specified level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, requirements, policies, and regulatory guidelines.
• Ability to work independently with some oversight as needed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned (including support of EHS activities on the off shifts).

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT (Under Typical Positions)

Typically works in an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation and a normal range of temperature and noise level.

Work assignments are diversified. Examples of past precedent are used to resolve work problems. New alternatives may be developed to resolve problems.

A frequent volume of work and deadlines impose strain on routine basis.

Occasional lifting up to 20-50 lbs.

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Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.