Environmental Specialist (EHS)

YKTA; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

YKTA is seeking a qualified HSSE Specialist to assist management with daily plant operations focused on health, safety, security and environmental compliance. You will perform field inspections, analyze samples, design training programs and prepare detailed reports to support regulatory adherence.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Industrial Safety or related field, 5+ years of manufacturing experience, and CSP eligibility. Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Industrial Safety or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years industrial or manufacturing experience.
• CSP Certification, or ability to obtain within 1 year of employment.
• Knowledge of US environmental, health and safety regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist HSSE management with daily plant operations in Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental areas.
• Design and deliver employee training programs; prepare detailed reports.
• Conduct field inspections and assess hazardous locations and materials.
• Maintain regulatory postings and safety records; drive incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Develop and implement spill prevention programs and environmental controls.
• Coordinate safety committee activities and drive regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Report writing

Ergonomics/Industrial Hygiene

Education

BS in Industrial Safety or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Summary/ Objective:Assist HSSE Management with daily plant operations in the areas of Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental. This position will be responsible for performing field inspections, designing employee training programs, preparing detailed reports, and analyzing test samples. Our ideal candidate will be a qualified expert with an excellent understanding of environmental and natural sciences. All candidates will demonstrate outstanding communication skills, with an aptitude for understanding and interpreting data. The goal will be to ensure our compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to hazardous environments.Essential Environmental Functions (but are not limited to):Ensures safety of self and others by following all Safety Policies/Procedures and wearing all required PPE.Oversee field examinations and report hazardous locations and materials.Maintain management information systems that identify the location of hazardous sites, chemical inventories, and complaint investigations.Develop and recommend solutions to eliminate pollution and environmental hazards.Design and implement effective employee training programs.Collect and analyze test samples of soil, water, and air.Perform research and report your findings on the current environmental conditions.Prepare clear and detailed written reports about field inspections.Implement spill prevention programs and hazardous waste regulations.Conducts inspections of plant machinery and equipment to ensure environmental compliance.Carry out industrial hygiene field measurements to verify levels of pollution at a workplace.Keep management informed of the findings of all industrial assessments.Carry out investigations to evaluate adequacy of ventilation, lighting, and other conditions required for employee safety.Carry out research to identify corrective actions for indoor air pollution.Counsel employees on proper ways to adjust workstations to meet ergonomic standards.Attend educational programs and conferences to increase job knowledge and skill.Developing policies/procedures relating to HSSE; to include ensuring our organizational policies align with regulatory requirements.Develop and drive activities with focus on key business metrics such as injury avoidance and regulatory compliance, with a strong emphasis on environmental.Coordinating a Safety Committee, to include monthly/weekly walk-throughs of the plant site.Maintains regulatory postings, i.e., OSHA 300 Log.Create and maintain a safety Dojo, working closely with the training and HR teams.Lead workplace HSSE culture strategies and actions by ensuring safety of self and others by following all Safety Policies/Procedures. This includes reinforcement of safe work practices with Team Members.Responsible for the administration, maintenance, and operation of safety programs in a manufacturing environment.Conduct hazard prevention analysis, to include submission and implementation of risk control countermeasures.Develop communication systems with department managers for day-to-day EHS activities.Capable of cross-functional communication with manufacturing leaders and Process Engineering to resolve safety and environmental issues in all areas.Participate in incident investigations and root cause analysis; facilitate the completion of reports; analyze incident trends; implementation of corrective actions; assure lessons learned are shared and preventive actions are closed and documented.Conduct effective and appropriate HSSE training in compliance with regulatory training requirements.Position may require working nights to help cover for EHS on occasion and to be on call for environmental issues on nights.Regular attendance is required.Other Duties:Must be flexible to work in all areas of your department to further develop your career and assist in accomplishing YKTA Goals and objectives.Required Qualifications, Education, and Experience:BS degree in Industrial Safety or related field or equivalent experience.5+ years industrial or manufacturing experience.Knowledge of US environmental, health and safety regulations.Requires independent judgment on problems, identifying alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendation in support of goals.Organizational and project management practices as applied to the analysis, implementation and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs.Able to create and modify documents in Microsoft office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.Utilize leadership styles to maximize section resources.Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.Ergonomics, Fire Science, Industrial Hygiene experience.CSP Certification, or the ability to obtain within 1 year of employment.E-coat, Metal Stamping or Welding Experience.Environment:Work is conducted in an industrial office/ plant setting.Frequent movement throughout an industrial plant environment being exposed to high noise levels and equipment normally used in stamping / welding/ Ecoat environments.Frequent use of stairs, ladders, bending, lifting, reaching, squatting to perform equipment or facility inspection.Physical Demands:Able to lift up to 33 lbs.Prolonged periods of sitting at a computer are possible.Extended period of standing on the plant floor.Able to traverse the plant facility.EEO Statement:YKTA desires to create and maintain a work environment that is committed to providing equal opportunity for employment and success for all team members. It is the policy of YKTA to comply with all applicable federal, state and local nondiscrimination laws and regulations.