Environmental, Occupational Health. and Safety (EH&S) Specialist

Environmental, Occupational Health. and Safety (EH&S) Specialist; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Education assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Holtec is seeking an Environmental, Occupational Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist to support the implementation and continuous improvement of its EHS programs at East Pittsburgh, PA.

The role partners with manufacturing leadership to identify risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote a culture of safety through proactive hazard prevention, performance monitoring, and employee engagement. You will deliver training, perform audits, and lead incident investigations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Environmental Health and Safety or related field.
• 3+ years of Environmental, Health and Safety experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Proficiency with OSHA regulations, hazard recognition, risk assessment, and incident investigations.
• Experience with audits, inspections, and corrective actions in heavy industry.
• Strong communication, organization, and MS Office skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 5% and to work extended hours when needed.

Responsibilities

• Administer, coordinate, and implement EHS programs, policies, and protocols.
• Develop hazard assessments, work instructions, PPE analyses, and safety procedures.
• Maintain audit and incident databases; graph and analyze data to track indicators.
• Support toolbox talks and site visits, helping management identify hazards.
• Investigate incidents; lead root-cause analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Deliver job-specific EHS training (OSHA 30-hour modules, etc.).
• Prepare and maintain EHS files, permits, incident reports, and regulatory records.

Skills

OSHA regulations

Hazard recognition

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Access

Communication

Time management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS

Tools

EHS management systems

Job description

The Environmental, Occupational Health. and Safety (EH&S) Specialist supports the implementation and continuous improvement of Holtec's Environmental, Health, and Safety programs by providing technical guidance, conducting audits and inspections, investigating incidents, delivering training, and promoting a safe work environment. This role partners with manufacturing leadership and employees to identify and mitigate risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a culture of safety excellence through proactive hazard prevention, performance monitoring, and employee engagement.

Location: East Pittsburgh, PA

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the administration, coordination, and implementation of the Holtec EHS management systems, program(s), policies, and protocols.
• Develop technical documents including hazard assessments, impact assessments, work instructions, EHS procedures, safety alerts, lessons learned, toolbox talks, permits, and guidance documents.
• Maintain a comprehensive database for all audits, incidents, near misses, inspection, safety observation reports, and corrective actions; use Excel to graph and analyze statistical data to evaluate leading and lagging indicators and to help management in making informed decisions.
• Participate in morning toolbox talks; accompany supervisors during shop, field and site visits to assist them in identifying and correcting potential hazardous conditions; interface with internal and external customers and employees to promote an organizational culture that supports safe work practices.
• Develop and/or review job safety analysis, job hazard analysis and PPE hazard analysis; brief Management, recommend hazard control measures and personal protective equipment (PPE) specific for each task.
• Participate in EHS site audits, inspections and routine surveys including the development and drafting of audit documentation, tracking corrective actions, and monitoring trends in results of audit activities.
• Investigate accident and near miss incidents; facilitate the incident review process to determine root cause; assist supervisors in preparing injury and loss control reports; recommend corrective and preventative measures; follow-up to ensure all corrective actions are in place and working.
• Interface with union and non-union craft, management, and client representatives.
• Advise site management and serve as a resource for the technical interpretation of health, safety, and environmental regulations, company and client policies and procedures.
• Develop and deliver job specific training to managers, employees, clients and contractors to include OSHA’s 30-hour safety training (crane and rigging activities, LO/TO, hand and power tools, powered industrial trucks, fall protection, hazard communication, etc.), supervisor safety development, new employee orientation and human performance training.
• Prepare and maintain EHS files and records to include environmental permits, work permits, change management, incident reports, OSHA logs, safety surveillance reports, and site service metrics and statistics.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Environmental Health and Safety, Environmental Health & Safety, Engineering, Science, Technology, or a related field.
• Professional safety certifications such as GSP, ASP, CSP, OHST, CHMM, or CIH are highly preferred.
• Degree from a BCSP-accredited EHS program preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) experience.
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations required.
• Heavy industrial, metal manufacturing, or heavy gauge manufacturing experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, hazard recognition, risk assessment, and incident investigation practices.
• Experience conducting safety audits, inspections, hazard assessments, and accident investigations.
• Familiarity with Job Safety Analyses (JSA), Job Hazard Analyses (JHA), PPE assessments, and corrective action management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate EHS performance metrics and trends.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to interact effectively with employees, supervisors, management, contractors, clients, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Ability to work extended hours as needed, including occasional weekends.
• Ability to travel up to 5% to support audits, inspections, training, and EHS activities at manufacturing facilities and client sites.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs and work at varying heights.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including fall protection equipment.
• Ability to work in industrial environments with exposure to noise, dust, fumes, chemicals, temperature extremes, and moving equipment.

A Generation Ahead by Design™
Investing in people who power the future.

We believe great work deserves great rewards. Our benefits go beyond the basics, reflecting our commitment to supporting your whole self…your health, your future, and your career growth. This includes:

Benefits:

• Industry‑leading medical, dental, and vision coverage with a generous employer premium contribution and Day1 eligibility!
• FLEX Program – Hybrid work opportunities available for eligible roles, where business needs and role requirements allow
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 5% company match and immediate vesting to support long‑term financial security
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays to support rest, balance, and recharge
• Wellness program offering rewards for participation in company‑supported health initiatives
• Commuter benefits supporting mass transit and commuter parking options
• Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance for added peace of mind
• Education assistance to support continued education and professional growth
• Employee support and voluntary benefits, including an Employee Assistance Program and optional coverage such as disability, legal, identity theft, and insurance programs
• Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on role, location, and employment status

If you’re driven to solve meaningful challenges and make a lasting impact, we invite you to build your career at Holtec— a generation ahead by design™.