Senior EHS Specialist

Stanley Black and Decker; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 77,600 - 124,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, life, vision

401(k) + ESPP

PTO and tuition reimbursement

Tool discounts

Job summary

Stanley Black & Decker is seeking an EHS Senior Specialist in Allentown, PA to lead development and continuous improvement of EHS programs. You will ensure compliance with regulations and company standards, fostering a strong safety culture and operational excellence.

The role includes program development, training, audits, data analysis, and stakeholder collaboration to maintain records and drive safety initiatives across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or related field.
• 4–7 years of experience in occupational safety, health, and environmental management; heavy industrial/manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance site EHS programs and ensure policy/regulatory compliance.
• Lead inspections, audits, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate EHS training for new hires and staff.
• Monitor and document EHS performance data for continuous improvement.
• Manage internal/external stakeholder communications and audits.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses; oversee corrective actions.

Skills

Microsoft Office

EHS data management

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Verbal and written communication

Prioritization and organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHS data management platforms

Job description

EHS Senior Specialist

On-site - Allentown, PA

Job Summary

The Sr. EHS Specialist provides advanced technical support for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of EHS programs at the facility. Serves as a subject matter expert, ensuring compliance with EHS regulatory requirements and SBD standards, driving a positive safety culture and supporting operational excellence.

Job Responsibilities

• Support the development, enhancement, and execution of site-specific EHS programs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure effective implementation and adherence to internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
• To include, but not limited to: Confined Space, Hazard Communication, Waste Management, Stormwater, Ergonomics, Emergency Response.
• Facilitate and support EHS training programs for new hires and all employees to ensure understanding and adherence to internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
• Lead EHS inspections and audits, identifying areas for improvement and need for corrective actions.
• Monitor and fulfill compliance obligations by staying current with regulations, while ensuring EHS records are accurately documented, organized, and retained according to company and regulatory requirements.
• Manage activities for internal and external stakeholders, including internal compliance audits, external EHS agency interactions, customer requests, etc.
• Actively support EHS committee meetings and champion employee engagement in safety and environmental initiatives.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and oversee the implementation and closure of corrective actions.
• Review and maintain reporting, monitoring, and analyzing of EHS performance data to drive continuous improvement and inform decision‑making.
• Provide input and support for annual EHS budgeting and resource allocation processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4-7 years of relevant experience in occupational safety, health, and environmental management. Previous experience in a manufacturing environment, particularly in a heavy industrial setting, is strongly preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with EHS data management platforms is preferred.
• Strong understanding of EHS management system standards, risk assessment methodologies, and regulatory compliance.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, prioritization, and organizational skills.

Working Conditions

• Occasional travel required, varied by role.
• Flexibility is required to respond to emergencies.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive salary range: $77,600.00 - $124,900.00.
• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and additional wellness programs.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

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