EHS Site Lead-6:30a-3p, M-F

Careers and Highline Warren; Glen Dale (WV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Site Lead at Careers and Highline Warren is responsible for supporting and leading EHS initiatives at an assigned facility in West Virginia. The role partners with leadership, supervisors, and team members to promote a strong safety culture, reduce injuries, and maintain regulatory compliance.

You will lead training, audits, incidents, and continuous improvement while aligning with the company's EHS strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of EHS experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial environment.
• Experience conducting incident investigations, safety audits, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Professional certifications such as OSHA 30 Hour, CHST, ASP, GSP, or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary EHS resource for the facility and provide daily guidance on EHS matters.
• Promote a culture of safety and support corporate EHS programs.
• Lead site-level safety initiatives and coordinate safety committee meetings.
• Conduct facility inspections, safety observations, audits, and risk assessments.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and coordinate corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs for new hires and current staff.
• Assist with incident response, workers' comp, and return-to-work activities.
• Monitor safety performance metrics and maintain regulatory records.
• Support regulatory inspections and audits.

Skills

OSHA regulations

EHS programs

Incident investigations

Training delivery

Safety metrics

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHS management systems

Job description

SUMMARY

The Environmental Health and Safety EHS Site Lead is responsible for supporting and leading environmental health and safety initiatives at an assigned facility to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements The EHS Site Lead serves as the primary on site EHS resource for day to day operations partnering with leadership supervisors and team members to promote a strong safety culture reduce injuries and illnesses and maintain environmental compliance This position provides hands on leadership for EHS programs training audits incident investigations and continuous improvement efforts while supporting the overall EHS strategy established by Company leadership This position requires regular interaction with team members in manufacturing and warehouse environments

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function Serve as the primary EHS resource for the assigned facility and provide daily guidance to associates supervisors and managers regarding EHS mattersPromote and reinforce a culture where safety is a core value and an integral part of all business activitiesSupport implementation and execution of corporate EHS programs policies and proceduresLead site level safety initiatives and assist management in achieving EHS performance objectivesCoordinate and facilitate safety committee meetings and employee engagement activitiesConduct routine facility inspections safety observations compliance audits and risk assessmentsInvestigate incidents near misses and property damage events; identify root causes and assist in developing corrective and preventive actionsDesign coordinate and deliver EHS training programs for new hires and current team membersSupport managers and supervisors with accident response workers compensation administration and return to work activitiesMonitor safety performance metrics and prepare required reports documentation and corrective action trackingMaintain site specific EHS programs procedures permits and regulatory recordsEnsure team members and contractors follow company safety requirements and utilize appropriate personal protective equipment PPEConduct contractor safety orientations and monitor contractor compliance while on company propertyAssist with environmental compliance activities including inspections waste management stormwater monitoring and permit compliance as applicableIdentify opportunities for continuous improvement that enhance safety performance productivity and operational efficiencySupport regulatory inspections and internal or external auditsServe as an emergency response resource and participate in incident response activities including off hours support when necessaryMaintain an open and candid working relationship with leadership regarding EHS concerns and improvement opportunitiesAdhere to established company values practices policies and procedures at all timesFollow and support compliance with all applicable safety environmental and employment regulationsDemonstrate regular and punctual attendance at the assigned locationMay be required to travel up to 25 of the time; emergency travel may be required with limited notice

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

The individual may be asked to perform other duties as requested

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

An individual qualified for this job must be able to Demonstrate strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and general environmental compliance requirements Exhibit familiarity with manufacturing warehouse and distribution operations Lead EHS projects and initiatives with minimal supervision Analyze safety trends and identify opportunities for risk reduction Conduct effective incident investigations and root cause analysis Develop coordinate and present training programs that promote learning and engagement Influence team members and supervisors to achieve desired safety outcomes Communicate technical EHS information effectively to all levels of the organization Build positive working relationships across departments Manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously Read and interpret technical manuals operating procedures regulations permits and engineering documents Utilize Microsoft Office applications and EHS management systems Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills Exercise sound judgment and professional decision making Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and company information Work independently while recognizing when escalation is appropriate Drive accountability while maintaining a collaborative and team oriented approach Identify opportunities to improve processes reduce risk and increase efficiencyPay attention to details and pursue quality in accomplishing work duties and tasks Look for opportunities to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness Handle challenges skillfully thoroughly and effectively Effectively and professionally communicate with co workers team members and internal or external customers Present information clearly and accurately Independently take advantage of opportunities to improve or increase skills abilities and job knowledge Make sure that work is delivered on time and of high quality Develop good work practices in order to get the job done Use equipment resources and time in an efficient and effective manner Use good judgment when making decisions Perform work in a safe manner at all times Work in a cooperative manner with management co workers internalexternal customers and vendors

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

An individual qualified for this job must have and maintain the following qualifications Bachelors degree in Occupational Safety Environmental Science Industrial Hygiene Engineering or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience Three 3 to five 5 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing warehouse or industrial environment Experience conducting incident investigations safety audits and regulatory compliance activities Valid drivers license and acceptable driving record Professional certifications such as OSHA 30 Hour CHST ASP GSP or equivalent are preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the Essential Functions of this job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions This is a desk based job and will require the individual to remain seated for long periods of time and have the manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment such as computer keyboard mouse calculator phone copierscanner and similar machinesWhile conducting training and interacting with associates the individual must be able to move about the warehouse access high and low shelves and transport products weighing up to 65 pounds with assistance or motorized equipment as needed The individual must also be able to communicate effectively in a busy and often noisy warehouse environment Able to walk throughout inside and outside facilities including stairs concrete and uneven ground

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

The environmental conditions described here are representative of those the associate encounters while performing the Essential Functions of the job The individual will work in an office setting in the same room as other individuals Noise levels are average for an office and include conversation andor office equipment noiseWhile conducting training and interacting with associates the individual will also be expected to work in a warehouse environment which may include being exposed to work in high precarious places outdoor weather conditions dust and extreme heat or cold Noise levels are loud