EHS Specialist

AB Corporate; South Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

AB Corporate in New Jersey is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety professional to ensure regulatory compliance across EPA, RCRA, Clean Air Act, and state/local requirements. You will maintain permits, prepare records and reports, and coordinate inspections and agency correspondence.

The role emphasizes conducting risk assessments, leading workplace safety programs, and delivering OSHA-required training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Minimum 2 years in an EHS or occupational safety role.
• Knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and EPA standards.
• Experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and ensure facility compliance with environmental regulations (EPA, RCRA, Clean Air Act, state/local).
• Maintain permits, records, and reports; coordinate inspections and agency correspondence.
• Support waste management programs including hazardous and non-hazardous waste handling.
• Track environmental metrics and assist with reporting and continuous improvement.
• Conduct workplace inspections, hazard assessments, and JSAs.
• Deliver EHS training programs including OSHA topics, and investigate incidents to implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate EHS into day-to-day activities.

Skills

EHS management

OSHA regulations

Incident investigation

EHS training delivery

Cross-functional collaboration

C-TPAT awareness

Hazard identification

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LMS

Safety documentation systems

Job description

• Monitor and ensure facility compliance with environmental regulations including EPA, RCRA, Clean Air Act, and applicable state/local requirements.
• Maintain required environmental permits, records, and reports; coordinate regulatory inspections and agency correspondence.
• Support waste management programs including hazardous and non-hazardous waste handling, storage, and disposal.
• Track environmental metrics and assist with reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.

Health & Safety

• Conduct regular workplace inspections, hazard assessments, and job safety analyses (JSAs) to identify and eliminate unsafe conditions.
• Manage LMS or deliver EHS training programs including OSHA-required topics, ergonomics, PPE, emergency response, and lockout/tagout (LOTO).
• Investigate workplace incidents, near-misses, and injuries; perform root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Support the administration of ergonomic assessments and programs to reduce musculoskeletal risk, particularly in manufacturing and packaging environments.
• Manage and maintain safety equipment, first-aid stations, eyewash stations, fire suppression systems, and emergency response supplies.
• Serve as a resource and subject-matter expert for employees and management on EHS matters.

Security

• Support the implementation and administration of physical security programs including access control, visitor management, and CCTV monitoring.
• Coordinate with management on C-TPAT compliance, trailer inspection protocols, and chain-of-custody procedures for shipping and receiving.
• Assist with security risk assessments and incident investigations; elevate concerns to appropriate leadership.
• Maintain security-related policies, procedures, and documentation; ensure employee awareness and training.

Program Administration & Culture

• Assist in the maintenance of the company's written EHS programs, standard operating procedures, and emergency action plans.
• Participate in safety committee meetings; support employee engagement initiatives to promote a proactive safety culture.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, HR, maintenance, and facilities to integrate EHS considerations into day-to-day activities.
• Stay current on regulatory changes (OSHA, EPA, DOT, and applicable state agencies) and recommend updates to programs accordingly.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required from an accredited institution; preferred fields include Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in an EHS, environmental compliance, or occupational safety role; experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial setting strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1910 General Industry), EPA standards, and applicable state/local requirements.
• Hands‑on experience conducting workplace inspections, incident investigations, and EHS training delivery.
• Familiarity with physical security programs and/or C‑TPAT supply chain security standards is a plus.

Certifications

• Associate Safety Professional (ASP) credential is a plus.
• OSHA 30‑Hour General Industry certification is a plus.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification required (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

Equal Opportunity Employer

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