Environmental Health Safety Specialist

Curran Recruiting; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Curran Recruiting is looking for an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist in Conyers, Georgia. This role involves implementing site-level safety programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, and conducting safety inspections.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Safety or a related field and 3–5+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing. Strong communication skills and proficiency in EHS tracking systems are essential for promoting a proactive safety culture.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3–5+ years of experience in an EHS role within manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain site-level EHS programs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct safety inspections and risk assessments.
• Lead incident investigations and corrective action plans.
• Deliver EHS training programs and emergency drills.

Skills

Safety knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental Science or related field

Tools

EHS tracking systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

A growing manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to support and strengthen site-level safety, health, and environmental programs. This role plays a key part in ensuring regulatory compliance, reducing risk, and fostering a proactive safety culture across operations.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable partnering with leadership and frontline employees to drive continuous improvement in EHS performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain site-level environmental, health, and safety programs
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and local/state regulatory requirements
• Conduct routine safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action plans
• Deliver EHS training programs, toolbox talks, and emergency response drills
• Maintain accurate documentation related to inspections, incidents, and training
• Support internal and external audits and regulatory inspections
• Monitor and report EHS metrics and trends to site leadership
• Promote a culture of safety through employee engagement and education
• Stay current on regulatory changes and best practices

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred (Safety, Environmental Science, or related field)
• 3–5+ years of experience in an EHS role within manufacturing, industrial, or distribution environments
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards and environmental compliance requirements
• Strong investigation, documentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and EHS tracking systems
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently