Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist – Manufacturing

Hussey Copper; Kentucky; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hussey Copper is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to drive safety, environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement at the Eminence, KY manufacturing facility. This role has plant-wide authority for health and safety matters and supports sustainability initiatives.

Responsibilities include leading JSA/HIRA, investigations, corrective actions, and staff training; ensuring permits and regulatory compliance; and effectively communicating across levels from operators

Qualifications

• Commitment to workplace safety, environmental sustainability, and regulatory compliance.
• 1-3 years of working experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft applications.
• Ability to be decisive and apply sound and reasonable judgement under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with proven ability to prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and lead Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA).
• Report and investigate accidents, near-misses, and unsafe practices with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Develop, analyze and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop and deliver HSE induction programs and train staff on safety protocols, emergency procedures, and environmental topics.
• Communicate effectively across multi-level teams, from operators to management.
• Implement all safety and health policies and procedures in designated areas.
• Complete weekly safety audits of assigned mill and work with the Operations Manager to ensure employee safety and regulatory compliance.
• Assure that all permits are obtained and issued in the area of responsibility.

Skills

Safety leadership

Communication

Microsoft Office

Decision making

Organizational skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial safety management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist – Manufacturing

Job Category : MANAGE

Requisition Number : HEALT001195

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Hussey Copper
1178 Mulberry Pike
Eminence, KY 40019, USA

Description

Build Your Future with Hussey Copper

Hussey Copper is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to drive a culture of safety, environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement within the Eminence, KY. manufacturing facilities. This position has functional authority throughout the plant for all health and safety matters. A successful candidate will help to lead the facilities to greater sustainability that is safety focused and environmentally responsible.

What You’ll Do

• Initiate and lead Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA).
• Report and investigate accidents, near-misses, and unsafe practices with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Develop, analyze and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Develop and deliver HSE induction programs and train staff on safety protocols, emergency procedures, and environmental topics.
• Communicate effectively across multi-level teams, from operators to management.
• Implement all safety and health policies and procedures in designated areas.
• Complete weekly safety audits of assigned mill and work with the Operations Manager to ensure employee safety and regulatory compliance.
• Assure that all permits are obtained and issued in the area of responsibility.

What You Bring

• A commitment to workplace safety, environmental sustainability, and regulatory compliance.
• 1-3 years of working experience.
• Very strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft applications.
• Ability to be decisive and apply sound and reasonable judgement under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with proven ability to prioritize tasks

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial safety management.
• Experience in metals or materials manufacturing.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This onsite role combines office-based engineering work with hands‑on support in an active industrial manufacturing environment. Employees may be exposed to moving mechanical equipment, varying temperatures, loud noise, and heavy production activity.

The position requires walking, sitting, using hands, communicating with others, and occasionally standing, reaching, and lifting or moving up to 25 pounds. Vision requirements include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position has no direct reports.

Where the Future Is Bright

Hussey Copper helps power the electrification of the economy. As a producer of a critical component used in electrical transmission and control equipment, we contribute to making everyday life more efficient, safe, and connected.

Libertas Copper, LLC, dba Hussey Copper is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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