EHS Specialist - 1st shift

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 62,200 - 100,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) and ESPP

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. is seeking an EHS Specialist for Sedalia, MO to develop and implement environmental, health, and safety programs on-site. The role focuses on regulatory compliance and fostering a culture of safety.

The position offers a starting salary around $70,000 per year with a range of $62,200–$100,200 and requires 2–5 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment. This is a full-time, on-site role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or a related field is required.
• 2–5 years of experience in occupational safety, health, and environmental management; manufacturing experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and EHS data-management platforms.
• Strong understanding of EHS management systems, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement site-specific EHS programs and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead and support EHS training for new hires and staff.
• Provide technical and practical EHS support in daily operations.
• Conduct regular EHS inspections and drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain EHS records in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders for audits and regulatory alignment.
• Support EHS committee meetings and employee engagement.
• Assist in reporting and analysis of EHS performance data.
• Participate in incident investigations and root-cause analysis.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHS data-management platforms

Job description

EHS Specialist – Sedalia, MO

This full-time, on-site EHS Specialist position offers a starting salary of $70,000 per year with a potential range of $62,200 to $100,200. Responsibilities focus on developing and implementing environmental, health, and safety programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a culture of safety.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and execution of EHS site‑specific programs. Ensure implementation and adherence to internal policies and external regulatory requirements, including but not limited to Confined Space, Hazard Communication, Waste Management, Stormwater, Ergonomics, and Emergency Response.
• Facilitate EHS training programs for new hires and all employees to ensure understanding and adherence to internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
• Provide strong technical and practical EHS support throughout day‑to‑day operations.
• Perform regular EHS inspections, independently and with other stakeholders, to verify compliance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Monitor and fulfill compliance obligations by staying current with regulations, while ensuring EHS records are accurately documented, organized, and retained according to company and regulatory requirements.
• Lead coordination activities for internal and external stakeholders to achieve regulatory and operational alignment through compliance audit facilitation, external EHS agency collaborations, and customer support.
• Support management‑led EHS Committee meetings and foster employee engagement in EHS initiatives.
• Assist in reporting, monitoring, and analyzing EHS performance data to drive continuous improvement and inform decision‑making.
• Participate and support incident investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action development and closure monitoring.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field (required).
• Minimum of 2–5 years of relevant experience in occupational safety, health, and environmental management; prior experience in a manufacturing environment, especially heavy industry, is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with EHS data‑management platforms is preferred.
• Strong understanding of EHS management system standards, risk‑assessment methodologies, and regulatory compliance.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, prioritization, and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan; paid time off (vacation, holidays, personal days); tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and additional partner programs.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.