Environmental Health & Safety; EHS Specialist

Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world‑class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity at its Parts & Distribution Center for an exceptional and talented Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist I-II, based out of Avon, IN.

• Lead identification, development, and implementation of EHS programs and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with EHS, ISO
  14001/ISO
  45001, NFPA, and all State and Federal regulations and requirements.
• Lead EHS initiatives in a project management capacity.
• Drive improved EHS and overall facility performance aligned with company standards for safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Provide leadership in EHS training development, delivery, and continuous improvement.
• Develop processes for tracking, reporting, and maintaining training materials and compliance documentation.
• Manage Workers Compensation programs, including case management, investigations, and coordination with Third Party Administrator.
• Serve as company representative in Workers Compensation‑related proceedings.
• Lead safety program development, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives including Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen events.
• Oversee accident investigations, safety committee collaboration, and implementation of corrective actions.
• Play a key role in meeting all EHS compliance requirements and coordination of various EHS programs.
• Provide EHS expertise and lead support across all EHS functions through administration, program coordination, and data‑driven initiatives.
• Serve as Site Document Coordinator (SDC) for all SMS, EHS, and EMS documents for the Plant.

• Strong leader with the ability to drive EHS initiatives and influence outcomes.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to risk identification and mitigation.
• Confident communicator with strong presentation and facilitation skills.
• Highly organized with strong project management capabilities.
• Analytical and data‑driven in decision‑making.
• Collaborative and effective in cross‑functional environments.
• Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Decisive and capable of managing complex situations, including incident response.
• Accountable for compliance, performance, and results.
• Focused on building a strong safety culture across the organization.
• Hands‑on and responsive to daily operational needs and emergency situations.
• Accountable and dependable in maintaining compliance and documentation.
• Driven to support long‑term operational success through EHS excellence.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (e.g., Occupational Safety, Safety Sciences, Environmental Engineering), or equivalent experience.

Experience

• Preferred: 1–3 years of broad Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) experience within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• In lieu of a degree: 4–6 years of progressive, directly related EHS experience may be considered.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (e.g., Occupational Safety, Safety Sciences, Environmental Engineering), or equivalent experience.

Experience

• Preferred: 4–7 years of broad Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) experience within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• In lieu of a degree: 8–12 years of progressive, directly related EHS experience may be considered.

• Demonstrable understanding of mechanical and electrical (AC and DC) troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge of Federal and State environmental health and safety regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT, RCRA, EPCRA, TSCA, NPDES, CAA, PSM/RMP, SPPP/SPCC).
• Experience managing Workers Compensation programs and legal coordination.
• Strong communication, presentation, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and planning abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data tracking systems.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and ISO
  45001 Occupational Safety Management Systems (SMS).
• Project Management experience or exposure preferred.
• Experience leading training programs and continuous improvement initiatives.

Hyster‑Yale Materials Handling, Inc. offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, a supportive work environment, hybrid work options, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package includes paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; employer‑sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).