Onsite Senior EHS Coordinator: Safety & Compliance Leader

Avantor; Paris (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantor is seeking a dynamic and experienced Sr EHS Coordinator to support Environment, Health, Safety, Security, and Sustainability (EHS&S) programs at our Paris, KY chemical manufacturing site. This is a full-time, onsite role based in Paris, with relocation or commuting options to nearby areas.

You will lead regulatory compliance, risk assessments, audits, training, and cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Operations, HR, and Quality to embed EHS into daily operations and drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; related technical discipline strongly preferred.
• 3–5+ years of progressive EHS experience within chemical manufacturing or other high-risk environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and environmental regulations with the ability to interpret and implement requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with local, state, and federal EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, etc.).
• Lead comprehensive risk assessments and drive corrective actions through root cause analysis.
• Develop site risk register and coordinate corrective actions; conduct audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Design and deliver training on risk awareness, PSM, and safe work practices; foster a proactive safety culture.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, HR, and Quality to integrate EHS into daily operations.

Skills

EHS experience

Hazard identification

Risk assessment

Regulatory knowledge

OSHA/EPA regulations

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Safety, or related field

Job description

Avantor is seeking a dynamic and experienced Sr EHS Coordinator to support Environment, Health, Safety, Security, and Sustainability (EHS&S) programs at our Paris, KY chemical manufacturing site. This is a full-time, onsite role based in Paris, with relocation or commuting options to nearby areas.

You will lead regulatory compliance, risk assessments, audits, training, and cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Operations, HR, and Quality to embed EHS into daily operations and drive