EHS Specialist

Ducommun, Inc.; California, Gardena (MO, CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations. In this pivotal role, you will coordinate training programs, lead safety initiatives, and manage documentation related to safety incidents. Your expertise will help drive continuous improvement in safety metrics while collaborating with various regulatory agencies. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring the well-being of employees and the surrounding community. If you are detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about safety, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in environmental and safety within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and safety protocols.
• Lead safety training and coordinate safety inspections.
• Analyze EHS data for continuous improvement.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

EHS management software (Gensuite)

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS related field

Tools

Gensuite software

Job description

EHS Specialist

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist's main responsibility is to ensure that daily environmental and safety activities are carried out according to the site Environmental Health and Safety Plan. This position also involves coordinating all aspects of safety and environmental compliance, including company training programs.

Who are we?

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush, it contributed to the aerospace industry by providing aircraft aluminum to pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas, and Lockheed. Today, Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for aerospace, defense, and industrial markets, specializing in electronic and structural systems for various high-tech applications.

Essential Functions

EH&S Facilitation, Administration, and Site Management

• Support and guide local performance centers.
• Lead monthly facility safety committee meetings.
• Assist in incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Manage documentation related to injuries, near misses, and incidents.
• Ensure environmental compliance through proper waste disposal, reports, and communication with agencies.
• Develop and maintain safety programs through goal deployment.
• Maintain environmental logs for VOCs and paint usage for reporting.
• Analyze EHS data for validity and quality.
• Collect environmental samples as required.
• Coordinate with environmental and safety agencies, including EPA, OSHA, and local authorities.

Training, Inspections, and Auditing

• Coordinate safety training for all employees.
• Provide EHS training and orientation for new hires.
• Ensure safety inspections are completed and corrective actions are tracked.
• Maintain records of safety events and conduct safety surveys and meetings.
• Train managers and supervisors on GENSUITE software.

Metrics and Performance Management

• Drive continuous improvement in safety metrics such as incident rates and OSHA recordables.
• Ensure successful regulatory audits and timely closure of action items.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and EHS management software (e.g., Gensuite).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Effective under pressure and team-oriented.
• Self-starter with strong initiative.

Required Experience and Education

• Bachelor's degree in an EHS-related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in environmental and safety roles within manufacturing.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Veterans/Disabled

Address: 268 E. Gardena Road, Gardena, California, 90248, United States

Base Compensation: USD 52,000.00 - 85,000.00, Paid Salaried