Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Atrium Staffing LLC; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

401(K) with company match.

Paid time off and paid holidays.

Life and disability insurance.

EAP.

Professional development and training.

Career growth opportunities.

Job summary

Atrium Staffing LLC seeks an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist in New Jersey to support environmental compliance, sustainability initiatives and workplace safety across the site. You will help ensure adherence to EPA, OSHA and related regulations while driving environmental performance improvements.

Responsibilities include audits, reporting, incident investigations and developing EHS policies, training, and emergency planning, in collaboration with operations and maintenance teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• Knowledge of EPA regulations, environmental permitting and compliance.
• Experience with environmental programs (waste management, wastewater, air quality, sustainability).
• Understanding of OSHA regulations and workplace safety requirements.
• Knowledge of environmental reporting, risk assessment and regulatory documentation.
• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Support and ensure compliance with environmental regulations, permits and reporting.
• Assist in environmental programs related to waste, hazardous materials, wastewater, air emissions and pollution prevention.
• Participate in sustainability initiatives to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Conduct environmental audits, inspections and compliance assessments.
• Monitor environmental metrics and prepare sustainability and compliance reports.
• Investigate environmental incidents, safety events and near misses; identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Help develop and maintain EHS policies, procedures and training programs.
• Support emergency preparedness and environmental response planning.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance and leadership for continuous improvement.
• Maintain environmental records, permits, compliance documentation and regulatory submissions.
• Support site security and compliance requirements as needed.

Skills

EPA regulations knowledge

OSHA regulations knowledge

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science / Environmental Engineering / EHS / Sustainability / Industrial Hygiene

Job description

Client Overview:

Our client is a well-established manufacturing company committed to environmental responsibility, regulatory compliance, and sustainable business practices. They are seeking a Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to support environmental programs, sustainability initiatives, and workplace safety efforts across the facility. The company fosters a culture of continuous improvement, environmental stewardship, and employee well-being while ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and industry standards.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$65k - $75k

Position Overview:

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist will play a key role in supporting environmental compliance, sustainability initiatives, and occupational health and safety programs. This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with EPA, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements while helping drive environmental performance improvements across the site.

Responsibilities of the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist:

• Support and ensure compliance with environmental regulations, permits, and reporting requirements, including EPA, state, and local regulations.
• Assist in the management of environmental programs related to waste management, recycling, hazardous materials, wastewater, air emissions, and pollution prevention.
• Participate in sustainability initiatives aimed at reducing waste, improving resource efficiency, and supporting environmental performance goals.
• Conduct environmental and EHS audits, inspections, and compliance assessments.
• Monitor environmental metrics and prepare reports related to sustainability, waste reduction, and regulatory compliance.
• Investigate environmental incidents, safety events, and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Assist in developing and maintaining EHS policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Support emergency preparedness and environmental response planning activities.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and leadership teams to identify opportunities for continuous improvement in environmental performance and workplace safety.
• Maintain environmental records, permits, compliance documentation, and regulatory submissions.
• Support site security and compliance requirements as needed.

Required Experience/Skills for the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Health & Safety, Sustainability, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of EPA regulations, environmental permitting, and compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting environmental programs such as waste management, recycling, hazardous waste, wastewater, air quality, or sustainability initiatives.
• Understanding of OSHA regulations and workplace safety requirements.
• Knowledge of environmental reporting, risk assessment, and regulatory documentation.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist:

• Experience supporting corporate sustainability, ESG, or environmental stewardship initiatives.
• Experience in a manufacturing, chemical, consumer products, or industrial environment.
• Experience tracking sustainability metrics, waste reduction programs, or environmental KPIs.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(K) with company match.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Career growth opportunities.

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