Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Position Summary

Do you want to...

• Play a key role in launching a new manufacturing facility while building a world-class safety culture from day one?
• Drive environmental, health, and safety initiatives that protect employees and support operational excellence?
• Partner with leaders and employees to identify risks, implement solutions, and ensure regulatory compliance?
• Make a meaningful impact by creating a safe, healthy, and productive workplace where everyone can succeed?

We are seeking a proactive and hands‑on Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) Specialist to join our growing team. In this role, you will support all aspects of environmental, health, and safety programs across our manufacturing operations, helping to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while fostering a strong culture of safety.

You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving EH&S policies, procedures, and training programs. This includes conducting risk assessments, leading incident investigations, managing regulatory reporting requirements, coordinating safety audits, and driving corrective actions to reduce workplace hazards.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and enjoy working closely with operations, quality, and leadership teams to promote safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you.

Join us in bringing Grand Haven's newest manufacturing facility to life! Kaidi LLC is a Smart Office division of Kaidi Electrical, and we produce inline actuators and under structure assemblies for height‑adjustable desk applications. We are building up our manufacturing capacity in Grand Haven, MI, and you will be on the ground floor, helping shape the company's direction from its earliest stages.

You will be surrounded by a team passionate about creating something new and innovative. The pace is fast, the work is meaningful, and every contribution counts. At Kaidi, you're not just filling a role-you're building a vision. If you're excited about seeing tangible results from your work, and you thrive in a dynamic environment where growth is constant, joining Kaidi could be the journey of a lifetime!

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements
• Conduct safety audits, job hazard analyses, and routine inspections
• Investigate incidents and lead root cause analysis and follow‑up actions
• Deliver safety training and onboarding for all employees
• Maintain accurate EHS documentation (SDS, OSHA 300 logs, permits, etc.)
• Collaborate with teams on safety improvements and project planning
• Champion environmental initiatives-waste reduction, energy savings, and pollution prevention
• Support internal and external EHS audits and ISO certifications
• Track and report EHS performance metrics to drive continuous improvement and reduce injury rates
• Support operations in two states with occasional travel
• Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
• Produce safe‑work instructions and training materials for shop floor use
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in EH&S, Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of EHS experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Working knowledge of OSHA/EPA standards and EHS best practices
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage with all levels of the workforce
• Self‑directed individual with the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and EHS software systems
• Team player with demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals at various organizational levels internally and externally
• Self‑directed individual with the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently

• Certifications like CSP, ASP, or CHMM are a big plus
• Experience with Laser Cutting, Powder Coating, and Finishing
• Steel furniture manufacturing experience

• Opportunity to make a real impact on the safety and well‑being of our people
• Supportive and hands‑on team environment
• Room to grow - professionally and personally
• Commi…