EHS Specialist: Lead Safe Ops & Sustainability

Mitsubishi Chemical Group; Reading, Northern (Berks County, KY); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Reading facility seeks an Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist to lead EHS activities on the plant floor and partner with Operations to reduce risks and improve performance.

You will drive compliance with BES requirements, perform audits, train staff, and support sustainability initiatives while maintaining a visible EHS presence across the site. Reading, PA offers a hands-on manufacturing environment with a focus on KAITEKI principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Business, or related field or 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills and collaboration.
• Good mechanical aptitude and understanding of industrial equipment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective decision-making and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Champion a Safe & Healthy Workplace by leading EHS initiatives and engaging employees.
• Partner with Operations to identify and reduce EHS risks.
• Support corrective actions after safety or environmental incidents.
• Lead audits and continuous improvement programs at the site.
• Provide EHS training and raise awareness across the organization.
• Develop annual EHS plans and track leading indicators and metrics.
• Support sustainability initiatives and KAITEKI goals.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Business, or related field

3–5 years of relevant experience

Job description

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Reading facility seeks an Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist to lead EHS activities on the plant floor and partner with Operations to reduce risks and improve performance.

You will drive compliance with BES requirements, perform audits, train staff, and support sustainability initiatives while maintaining a visible EHS presence across the site. Reading, PA offers a hands-on manufacturing environment with a focus on KAITEKI principles.