Sr. EHS Specialist

FLIR Systems, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to drive a strong safety culture within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will partner with employees, managers, contractors, and regulatory agencies to identify risks, strengthen programs, investigate incidents, and protect people, facilities, and operations.

Responsibilities include leading Safety & Compliance initiatives, driving risk reduction, managing environmental

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Environmental Health & Safety experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Experience interacting with regulatory agencies and compliance auditors.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA/Cal-OSHA and environmental compliance.
• Experience developing and implementing EHS programs and training initiatives.
• Strong communication, presentation, project management, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead Safety & Compliance Initiatives by building, implementing, and maintaining EHS programs and procedures.
• Drive Risk Reduction through incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Own Environmental Programs including hazardous waste and permits management.
• Lead Emergency Preparedness activities and coordinate the Emergency Response Team.
• Deliver Training & Employee Engagement to promote a proactive safety culture.
• Support Facilities Operations including PPE management and contractor oversight.

Skills

OSHA/Cal-OSHA regulations

Incident investigations

Regulatory engagement

EHS programs/training

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Technical certificate or equivalent in EHS

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHS management systems

Job description

Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description Help Us Create a Safer Workplace At Teledyne, safety is more than compliance, it's a core part of how we operate. We're looking for an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to help drive a strong safety culture while ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. In this role, you'll partner with employees, managers, contractors, and regulatory agencies to identify risks, strengthen safety programs, investigate incidents, and lead initiatives that protect our people, facilities, and operations. If you're passionate about workplace safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Lead Safety & Compliance Initiatives

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Monitor changes in regulations and industry best practices to maintain ongoing compliance.

Drive Risk Reduction

• Lead incident, injury, and near-miss investigations.
• Conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Perform facility risk assessments and identify opportunities to improve workplace safety.

Own Environmental Programs

• Manage hazardous waste and environmental compliance activities.
• Review new chemicals, materials, and process changes through environmental impact review procedures.
• Maintain required permits, reports, records, and regulatory documentation.

Lead Emergency Preparedness

• Coordinate the Emergency Response Team (ERT).
• Facilitate Safety Committee activities.
• Support disaster recovery and business continuity planning efforts.
• Conduct emergency response drills and training exercises.

Deliver Training & Employee Engagement

• Develop and facilitate EHS training programs.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through employee engagement and education.
• Serve as a trusted resource to employees and leadership on EHS matters.

Support Facilities Operations

• Manage PPE procurement and inventory.
• Support contractor management and facility-related services.
• Assist with preventative maintenance programs and facility compliance activities.

What We're Looking For

Required Experience

• 5+ years of Environmental Health & Safety experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Experience interacting directly with regulatory agencies and compliance auditors.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA / Cal-OSHA regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
• Experience developing and implementing EHS programs and training initiatives.
• Strong communication, presentation, project management, and organizational skills.

Required Certifications & Training

• HAZWOPER (40-Hour) Certification or recent HAZWOPER training
• California Title 22 Hazardous Waste Generator Training
• DOT Hazardous Materials Shipping Training (49 CFR)
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Training and Program Administration Experience

Additional Requirements

• Technical certificate, vocational training, or equivalent experience in EHS, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and EHS management systems.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to occasionally respond to after-hours emergencies or critical facility issues.
• U.S. Person status required for access to ITAR-controlled information.

Preferred Qualifications

We’re especially interested in candidates who bring:

• Manufacturing experience in a publicly traded company.
• Experience supporting lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience leading Emergency Response Teams (ERT).
• Knowledge of facility maintenance and building systems.
• Professional certifications such as ASP, CSP, CHMM, or CIH.

What Makes You Successful

• Takes ownership and works independently.
• Is comfortable influencing employees and leaders at all levels.
• Enjoys solving problems and driving continuous improvement.
• Thinks proactively about risk prevention rather than reacting to issues.
• Communicates effectively and builds strong relationships across the organization.
• Leads by example and promotes a culture of safety and accountability.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• The ability to make a meaningful impact on employee safety and environmental stewardship

Salary Range: $62,800.00-$83,700.000 The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne conducts background checks on qualified applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Background checks may include, but are not limited to, education verification, employment history and verification, criminal convictions, Motor Vehicle Report (MVR & driving history), reference check, credit checks/credit history and drug testing. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

You may not realize it, but Teledyne enables many of the products and services you use every day. Teledyne provides enabling technologies to sense, transmit and analyze information for industrial growth markets, including aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, energy, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.