Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Kaidi; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick time

IRA with matching $

Job summary

Kaidi LLC seeks an experienced Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to support a new Grand Haven manufacturing facility. You will help build a world-class safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive EH&S programs across operations.

Responsibilities include risk assessments, incident investigations, audits, training, and documentation. This on-site role requires collaboration with operations, quality, and leadership teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in EH&S, Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of EHS experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of OSHA/EPA standards and EHS best practices.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage with all levels of the workforce.
• Self‑directed with the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and EHS software systems.
• Team player with demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals at various organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Conduct safety audits, job hazard analyses, and routine inspections.
• Investigate incidents and lead root cause analysis and follow‑up actions.
• Deliver safety training and onboarding for all employees.
• Maintain accurate EHS documentation (SDS, OSHA 300 logs, permits, etc.).
• Collaborate with teams on safety improvements and project planning.
• Champion environmental initiatives—waste reduction, energy savings, and pollution prevention.
• Support internal and external EHS audits and ISO certifications.
• Track and report EHS performance metrics to drive continuous improvement and reduce injury rates.
• Support operations in two states with occasional travel.
• Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Produce safe‑work instructions and training materials for shop floor use.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

OSHA/EPA standards knowledge

Communication skills

Multitasking / project management

MS Office proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in EH&S, Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

EHS software systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Position Summary

Do you want to...

• Play a key role in launching a new manufacturing facility while building a world-class safety culture from day one?
• Drive environmental, health, and safety initiatives that protect employees and support operational excellence?
• Partner with leaders and employees to identify risks, implement solutions, and ensure regulatory compliance?
• Make a meaningful impact by creating a safe, healthy, and productive workplace where everyone can succeed?

We are seeking a proactive and hands‑on Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) Specialist to join our growing team. In this role, you will support all aspects of environmental, health, and safety programs across our manufacturing operations, helping to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while fostering a strong culture of safety.

You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving EH&S policies, procedures, and training programs. This includes conducting risk assessments, leading incident investigations, managing regulatory reporting requirements, coordinating safety audits, and driving corrective actions to reduce workplace hazards.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and enjoy working closely with operations, quality, and leadership teams to promote safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you.

About Us

Join us in bringing Grand Haven's newest manufacturing facility to life! Kaidi LLC is a Smart Office division of Kaidi Electrical, and we produce inline actuators and understructure assemblies for height‑adjustable desk applications. We are building up our manufacturing capacity in Grand Haven, MI, and you will be on the ground floor, helping shape the company's direction from its earliest stages. You will be surrounded by a team passionate about creating something new and innovative. The pace is fast, the work is meaningful, and every contribution counts. At Kaidi, you're not just filling a role‑you're building a vision. If you're excited about seeing tangible results from your work, and you thrive in a dynamic environment where growth is constant, joining Kaidi could be the journey of a lifetime!

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements
• Conduct safety audits, job hazard analyses, and routine inspections
• Investigate incidents and lead root cause analysis and follow‑up actions
• Deliver safety training and onboarding for all employees
• Maintain accurate EHS documentation (SDS, OSHA 300 logs, permits, etc.)
• Collaborate with teams on safety improvements and project planning
• Champion environmental initiatives‑waste reduction, energy savings, and pollution prevention
• Support internal and external EHS audits and ISO certifications
• Track and report EHS performance metrics to drive continuous improvement and reduce injury rates
• Support operations in two states with occasional travel
• Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
• Produce safe‑work instructions and training materials for shop floor use
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in EH&S, Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of EHS experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Working knowledge of OSHA/EPA standards and EHS best practices
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage with all levels of the workforce
• Self‑directed individual with the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and EHS software systems
• Team player with demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals at various organizational levels internally and externally
• Self‑directed individual with the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications like CSP, ASP, or CHMM are a big plus
• Experience with Laser Cutting, Powder Coating, and Finishing
• Steel furniture manufacturing experience

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Opportunity to make a real impact on the safety and well‑being of our people
• Supportive and hands‑on team environment
• Room to grow - professionally and personally
• Commitment to innovation and sustainability
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Pay

• $65,000 - $85,000 per year DOE

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick time
• IRA with matching $

Working Environment

• On‑site role in a production facility - daily presence on the shop floor required
• Ability to access and navigate all areas of the facilities and perform the above‑mentioned essential duties
• Occasional travel will be required for multi‑site support or training

Kaidi LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer

As a condition of employment, all candidates must successfully complete a pre‑employment screening process. This process may include, but is not limited to:

• A criminal background check to verify the absence of disqualifying offenses.
  
• A drug screening to ensure compliance with the company's substance‑free workplace policy.
  
• An alcohol test, as applicable, to confirm adherence to safety and legal standards.
  

The company conducts these screenings in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be required to provide written consent for the screenings during the hiring process. Failure to consent to or pass these screenings may result in disqualification from employment consideration.