EHS Specialist

The role

The EHS Specialist supports and advances environmental, health, and safety programs within a manufacturing environment. This role ensures compliance with OSHA regulations and internal safety standards while identifying opportunities to improve workplace safety and environmental performance.

What you will do

• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of facility EHS programs and initiatives.
• Conduct routine and compliance-driven safety inspections.
• Lead or support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Perform Job Safety Analyses, risk assessments, and PPE hazard assessments.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs.
• Maintain and update facility emergency response plans, evacuation maps, and emergency preparedness programs.
• Manage and maintain the chemical inventory system and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) database.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify safety risks and implement controls.
• Support regulatory compliance activities including OSHA requirements and environmental reporting.
• Analyze safety metrics, inspection data, and incident trends.

Required qualifications

• 3–7 years of EHS experience
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, hazard analysis, incident investigation, and safety program implementation
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and general manufacturing safety standards
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Ability to identify process improvements and implement practical solutions
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to present safety information effectively to diverse audiences
• Physically able to conduct inspections and carry equipment used for inspections

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field
• Experience with safety management systems, regulatory compliance, and EHS training programs
• Professional certifications such as ASP, CSP, CHST, or equivalent
• Spanish language proficiency

About the company

IEM builds electrical distribution systems and delivers solutions for complex power needs. The company has been operating for 75 years.