EHS Specialist

manpowe; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Health Savings Account

Health Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan

Life Insurance (Supplemental)

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Manpower Engineering is partnering with a leader in medical device manufacturing to hire an EHS Specialist on a 6–18 month contract in Minnesota. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, EHS programs, training, and site operations support.

The EHS Specialist will conduct inspections, support audits, investigate incidents, and develop safety documentation. Strong knowledge of OSHA requirements and effective training delivery are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in EHS or related field; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1–3 years EHS experience in manufacturing/industrial setting.
• Familiarity with OSHA requirements; EPA knowledge a plus.
• Experience with site inspections and incident investigations; root-cause analysis.
• Ability to present EHS information to small groups and lead training.
• Proficiency with MS Office and basic data-tracking systems.
• EHS certifications or training are a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate EHS activities in support of Operations and the EHS team.
• Assist with regulatory compliance, EHS programs, and training.
• Conduct site inspections and support audits and risk assessments.
• Investigate incidents and near-misses; document findings and corrective actions.
• Maintain and update EHS documents, SDSs, and safety procedures.
• Develop site-specific EHS procedures and training materials.
• Deliver EHS trainings and track completion records.
• Support safety committee activities and data reporting.
• Maintain EHS records and regulatory data.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Environmental compliance

Site inspections

Incident investigations

5 Whys

Training delivery

MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint)

Record keeping

Education

Associate’s degree in EHS or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

EHS certifications or training a plus

Tools

SDS management system

Incident-tracking software

Job description

$25.0 - $30.0/hourly Posted 1 day ago Temporary Less than 10 applies 2 min average apply

Saint Paul, MN 55127

Manpower Engineering is partnering with a leader in medical device manufacturing for an EHS Specialist.

Job Title: EHS Specialist

Location: White Bear Lake, MN

Pay: $25-$30/hour

Duration: 6-18 month contract (potential to go permanent)

Job Function Summary:

Under general direction of the EHS Manager, the EHS Contractor coordinates assigned EHS activities in support of Operations and the EHS team. Responsibilities may include regulatory compliance, EHS programs and procedures, employee training, and other related duties as required.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support EHS projects with operations, engineering, and maintenance; track actions, timelines, and barriers, and provide progress updates to the EHS Manager.
• Conduct routine site inspections and support audits and machine or task risk assessments. Document hazards, recommend practical corrective actions, and track items through completion.
• Participate in incident and near-miss investigations, gather relevant facts, and help identify root causes and effective corrective actions. Document findings and follow up to help prevent recurrence.
• Prepare and update EHS documents, including chemical and machine safety fact sheets, machine-specific lockout/tagout procedures, and equipment safety-device maintenance instructions.
• Maintain chemical inventories and safety data sheets; request current SDSs from suppliers and update the site’s SDS database.
• Develop or update site-specific EHS procedures, training materials, and visual safety information using approved templates.
• Develop and deliver EHS trainings, including onboarding and site-specific classes. Explain procedures clearly, encourage questions, and maintain training materials and completion records.
• Support safety committee meetings and ergonomic improvement activities.
• Maintain EHS records and help compile safety and environmental data, reports, and management-system documentation.
• Communicate inspection findings, investigation status, project progress, and schedule risks to the EHS Manager; adapt to changing priorities.
• Enforce EHS policies and regulations.

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience

• Associate’s degree in EHS, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering or related field, bachelor’s degree preferred. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.
• 1–3 years of EHS experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Working familiarity with OSHA requirements and basic environmental compliance; exposure to EPA requirements is an advantage.
• Experience or readiness to conduct site inspections and contribute to incident investigations, root cause analysis, risk assessments, and corrective-action tracking. Familiarity with methods such as 5 Whys is a plus.
• Able to present EHS information to small groups, lead training sessions, and explain site procedures in clear, practical terms.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and learning electronic EHS, SDS, or incident-tracking systems. Able to enter and organize records, track actions, and prepare basic reports.
• Strong writing, organization, communication, and collaboration skills; able to turn technical information into clear procedures and training materials.
• Relevant EHS certifications or training are a plus but not required.

Competencies for Successful Performance

• At a minimum, ability to work standard business hours. Schedule is flexible, and will need on occasion to work a few hours during off shift schedules for training, inspections, etc.
• Critical Thinking/Analytical Skills: Analyzes EHS Data for insights on how to support performance improvement. Ability to effectively improve processes with minimal direction and information. Demonstrate initiative and creativity. Highly organized and self-directed/motivated.

Physical Demands

• Ability to perform occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds), bending, stooping, sitting, standing, climbing stairs and walking on uneven surfaces.

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Accrued Sick Pay
• 401(k)

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:

Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions

Experis® is a global leader in technology services and part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands. We connect skilled technology professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can grow their careers, expand their expertise and make a real impact. Guided by the belief that it takes Human Ingenuity to unlock the true potential of technology, Experis helps people gain experience with leading organizations, build sought-after skills and take the next step toward a brighter future. Backed by ManpowerGroup's 75+ years of workforce expertise and global reach across more than 70 countries and territories, Experis brings the scale, insight and opportunity to help people and businesses thrive. ManpowerGroup is consistently recognized for its commitment to inclusion, ethics and responsible business, including being named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Learn more at Experis.com.