EHS Specialist

Std Iron; Thomson (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wages

Quarterly Profit Sharing

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Ins.

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Career Advancement Opportunities

Cross-Training and Skill Development

Stable Employment with a Growing Maker

Safety-Focused, Team-Oriented Culture

Job summary

Standard Iron in Thomson, GA is seeking a detail-oriented Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to lead environmental, health, and safety programs and ensure regulatory compliance across the facility. You will promote a strong safety culture and manage training, incident investigations, and workers’ compensation processes.

The role requires a safety-focused mindset, organizational skills, and strong knowledge of OSHA and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety & health or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and HazMat/Right-to-Know regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant safety, health, and environmental programs.
• Conduct inspections, audits, risk assessments, and corrective actions.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and injuries with root-cause analysis.
• Manage Workers’ Compensation program, including injury reporting and return-to-work.
• Coordinate and deliver new hire safety training and ongoing safety education.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and support regulatory inspections and visits.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

HazMat/Right-to-Know

Safety training

Incident investigation

Workers’ Compensation

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety & health or related field

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Standard Iron has been a leader in contract manufacturing for over 90 years, delivering quality products and innovative solutions to customers across a variety of industries. We are committed to our Core Values of Commitment To Our People, To Our Customers & To Action.

We are currently seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to join our manufacturing team in Thomson, GA. This position is responsible for leading environmental, health, and safety programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing safety training and Workers’ Compensation, investigating incidents, and promoting a strong safety culture throughout the facility. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, organized, knowledgeable in OSHA and environmental regulations, and able to work effectively with employees and leadership at all levels.

Compensation & Schedule

Pay Range: $52,000-70,000 per year (Starting rate commensurate with experience).

First Shift

• Monday – Thursday- 7:00Am-4:30PM
• Friday- 7:00-11:00A

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain plant safety, health, and environmental programs.
• Conduct safety inspections, audits, risk assessments, and follow-up corrective actions.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and injuries, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Manage the Workers’ Compensation program, including injury reporting, claim coordination, employee follow-up, and return-to-work processes.
• Coordinate and conduct new hire safety training, plant safety orientations, and ongoing employee safety training.
• Maintain accurate safety training records within the company’s safety management system.
• Lead monthly safety training and support Safety 24/7 initiatives.
• Facilitate Plant Safety Committee meetings and participate in monthly EHS Steering Meetings.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and lead or support regulatory inspections and compliance visits.
• Lead DVM Safety Meetings and support emergency preparedness activities and evacuation drills.
• Manage PPE supplies and coordinate with the PPE vending provider.
• Monitor safety metrics, incident rates, near misses, and other KPIs to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Manage the company Safety Incentive Program and review employee eligibility.
• Oversee environmental compliance, permits, and required regulatory reporting.
• Manage environmental requirements including hazardous waste, air quality, SARA Tier II, EPCRA, stormwater, and wastewater compliance.
• Review Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for new products and evaluate potential environmental and safety impacts.
• Conduct bi-monthly environmental compliance inspections and provide reports to Plant Management and the COO.
• Promote Standard Iron’s Core Values and a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety & health or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment; metal fabrication and welding experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA requirements and HazMat/Right-to-Know regulations.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience with Workers’ Compensation and workplace injury management preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to conduct investigations, inspections, training, and safety presentations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with Operations, HR, and management.
• Ability to work flexible hours to support 2nd shift and weekend employees.

What You Bring

• Strong commitment to employee safety and a safety-first mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to identify hazards and develop practical solutions.
• Confidence to hold employees and leaders accountable to safety standards.
• Ability to build positive relationships across all levels of the organization.
• A proactive approach to identifying opportunities for safety and environmental improvement.
• Pride in supporting a safe, compliant, and team-oriented workplace.

Why Join Standard Iron?

• Competitive hourly wages
• Quarterly Profit Sharing
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• 80 Hours of Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Cross-Training and Skill Development
• Stable Employment with a Growing Manufacturing Leader
• Safety-Focused, Team-Oriented Culture

If you’re looking for a long-term career with a company that values teamwork, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer