EHS Specialist

Element Solutions Inc; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 71,822 - 107,732; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

Element Solutions Inc is seeking an Environmental Compliance Specialist in New Haven, CT, responsible for supporting EHS systems and programs focused on regulatory compliance and permitting. The ideal candidate will lead environmental permitting and maintain compliance across various regulations while facilitating audits and continuous improvement efforts.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 2–5 years of industrial experience. The compensation ranges from $71,822 to $107,732, inclusive of various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Direct experience managing environmental permits and regulatory reporting preferred.
• Experience with Environmental and Health & Safety Management Systems (ISO 14001 / 45001).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the site lead for environmental permitting.
• Maintain compliance with applicable permits.
• Prepare and manage regulatory reports.
• Interface with regulatory agencies during inspections.
• Support permit renewals and modifications.
• Conduct internal audits for compliance standards.

Skills

Environmental permitting

Regulatory compliance

RCRA knowledge

Safety procedures

Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future!

Provides support to all functions of the company’s Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) systems and programs, with a primary focus on environmental permitting and regulatory compliance. Serves as the principal in‑plant compliance and permitting specialist, ensuring all site operations adhere to federal, state, and local regulations.

This role is responsible for administering environmental permits, maintaining compliance systems, and identifying opportunities to strengthen the EHS management system. The position drives continuous improvement of programs, policies, and compliance posture.

What will you be doing?

• Serve as the site lead for environmental permitting, including air, water, and waste permits.
• Maintain and ensure compliance with all applicable permits (e.g., wastewater discharge, stormwater, air emissions).
• Prepare, submit, and manage required regulatory reports (e.g., DMRs, TRI, Tier II, hazardous waste reports).
• Interface with regulatory agencies (EPA, state DEP, local authorities) during inspections, audits, and communications.
• Track regulatory changes and proactively assess impact to the facility; develop and implement compliance strategies.
• Support permit renewals, modifications, and applications, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Maintain documentation and records required to demonstrate full regulatory compliance.
• RCRA compliance, including hazardous waste handling, storage, tracking, and disposal.
• Assist with internal audits for regulatory, ISO (14001/45001), and company standards; identify gaps and drive corrective actions.
• Maintain a consistent presence on the manufacturing floor, especially in high‑risk or regulated areas.
• Maintain compliance with safety procedures including hot work, confined space, lockout/tagout, fall protection, respiratory protection, and asbestos protocols.
• Participate in risk assessments, job hazard analyses (JHAs), and behavior‑based safety observations.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and compliance deviations; recommend and track corrective actions.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve the EHS management system (HSEMS) and overall safety culture.
• Maintain databases for tracking training, compliance metrics, and regulatory requirements.
• Support hazardous waste shipments, inspections, and environmental monitoring activities.

Who are You?

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or related field
• 2–5 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Direct experience managing environmental permits and regulatory reporting strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of RCRA (hazardous waste compliance)
• Working knowledge of CWA (wastewater and stormwater permitting)
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety programs
• Experience with Environmental and Health & Safety Management Systems (ISO 14001 / 45001) and auditing
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and communication skills

We understand that not all candidates may meet the requirements listed above. If you believe you have the knowledge and experience necessary to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.

We are Offering...

Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future - You will be part of a highly collaborative culture that promotes continuous improvement through cross‑functional partnerships to achieve our mission. We do this through a strong and unified culture and transparent management which has empowered us to create high‑performing global teams that achieve superior solutions for our customers.

As part of the MAES Team, you will have opportunities for career growth, competitive compensation (competitive base salary and performance‑related bonus plan) and benefits packages (health, dental, and vision insurance, Wellness Program, PTO/Holidays, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match). Innovated work environment where you will be a part of a dynamic and collaborative team. Perks and incentives such as paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional development.

The typical base salary range for this position is between $71,822.00 and $107,732.00.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category applicable under federal, state and local laws.