Site EHS Specialist

Overview

Site EHS Specialist — Dalton, GA

JOB TITLE:

Site EHS Specialist

JOB LOCATION:

Dalton, GA

• Lead and manage EHS programs including training, incident management, waste minimization, environmental reporting, and emergency response.
• Serve as Incident Commander/Safety Officer in coordination with local emergency agencies.
• Ensure compliance with PSM program requirements, including employee participation and training.
• Foster a positive safety culture and lead Safety Committee activities.
• Coach and support management teams on EHS-related matters.
• Interface with regulatory agencies on compliance and enforcement matters.
• Develop and manage the EHS Management System, including procedures, communications, and training.
• Lead or participate in incident investigations and process hazard analyses (PHAs).
• Provide technical EHS support for capital project reviews.
• Monitor, track, and report EHS KPIs and develop improvement action plans.
• Use A3, 5Y, and fishbone tools to drive continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/TECHNICAL SKILLS/BEHAVIORAL SKILLS:

• Undergraduate degree in occupational safety or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience OR 8+ years progressive EHS experience in related industries.
• PSM experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of federal and state EHS regulations, PSM, emergency response, and hazardous waste operations.
• Licensed Wastewater Operator in Georgia or ability to become licensed within 6 months.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Demonstrated project leadership success.
• Proficient with databases, web tools, and spreadsheets.
• Subject matter expertise in at least one EHS area (e.g., ergonomics, BBS).
• Ability to work independently and achieve company goals and targets.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/TECHNICAL SKILLS/BEHAVIORAL SKILLS:

• Advanced EHS certifications, deeper PSM expertise, and additional Continuous Improvement experience are preferred.

• REPORTING STRUCTURE:
  Reports to the Plant Manager with a dotted line to the Director of EHS & Security.
• WORKPLACE TYPE:
  On-site (Manufacturing and Industrial Environment).
• TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
  Occasional travel required (as needed for company requirements).