Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist

EHSCareers; Avon (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EHSCareers is partnering with a manufacturing company to hire an Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist who will lead site EHS programs and strengthen regulatory compliance.

The role requires five years of EHS experience, OSHA certification, and strong communication skills. You will train staff, conduct investigations, and coordinate with HR, leadership, and external agencies to improve safety performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Safety, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of progressive EHS experience in manufacturing; automotive experience preferred.
• OSHA safety certification required.
• CSP or similar credential preferred.
• Experience with OSHA compliance, incident investigations, and regulatory audits.
• Knowledge of EPA requirements, ISO 14001, IATF 16949, and SDS management.
• Experience with workers' compensation claims and return-to-work coordination.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute site EHS strategies encouraging employee participation and safe behaviors.
• Conduct plant walkthroughs, identify hazards, and drive corrective actions.
• Lead Safety Committee meetings and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Represent the site during regulatory inspections and audits.
• Maintain OSHA records, regulatory reports, and training documentation.
• Lead accident, incident, and near-miss investigations, including root cause analysis.
• Coordinate injury response, medical referrals, and workers' compensation with HR.
• Develop and deliver safety training and site orientations.
• Manage occupational health programs with external medical providers.
• Analyze incident trends and implement controls to reduce exposure and injury risks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

We are partnering with a manufacturing company seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist to lead site EHS programs, strengthen regulatory compliance, and build a proactive safety culture.

Company Highlights

• Manufacturing environment focused on employee safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Commitment to environmental management and automotive quality requirements, including ISO 14001 and IATF 16949.
• Opportunity to work across departments and influence site safety practices.

Position Highlights

• Serve as the site subject matter expert for environmental, health, and safety.
• Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing improvement of site EHS programs.
• Combine hands-on plant floor engagement with training, investigations, and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with Human Resources, site leadership, employees, and external agencies.

Background Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Safety, Engineering, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of five years of progressive EHS experience in manufacturing; automotive experience preferred.
• OSHA safety certification required.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or similar credential preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with OSHA compliance, incident investigations, and regulatory audits.
• Knowledge of EPA requirements, ISO 14001, IATF 16949, and SDS management.
• Experience with workers' compensation claims and return-to-work coordination.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to customer locations as needed.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and execute site EHS strategies that encourage employee participation and safe behaviors.
• Conduct plant walkthroughs, identify hazards, and drive corrective actions.
• Lead Safety Committee meetings and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Represent the site during regulatory inspections and audits.
• Maintain OSHA records, regulatory reports, and training documentation.
• Lead accident, incident, and near-miss investigations, including root cause analysis.
• Coordinate injury response, medical referrals, and workers' compensation activities with Human Resources.
• Develop and deliver safety training and site orientations.
• Manage occupational health programs with external medical providers.
• Analyze incident trends and implement controls to reduce workplace exposure and injury risks.

What Is Being Offered

• Ownership of site environmental, health, and safety programs.
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on employee well-being and plant performance.
• Cross-functional collaboration with site leadership and operational teams.
• Hands-on involvement in safety culture development and continuous improvement.

Industry Segments

Academic / Educational sector

Thank you for your consideration!