Environmental Health and Safety; EHS Specialist Job Panama City area,Florida USA,Energy/Power Generation

Position: Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist

Job Title:

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist Department:
Environmental, Health & Safety

Work Location:

Panama City, FL | On-site

Reports To:

Plant Manager, FL FLSA Status:
Exempt About CMI:

Central Moloney has been a trailblazer in manufacturing distribution transformers and transformer components since 1949. Our ISO 9001-certified legacy is built on delivering top‑notch products, on‑time reliability, and pushing the boundaries of excellence. Join us in powering a future resonating with Central Moloney's strength.

Position Summary:

The EHS Specialist is responsible for supporting EH&S initiatives located at the Panama City, FL location. This role will provide hands‑on support to operations while ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable state and local regulations.

The EHS Specialist will partner closely with the EHS Supervisor and local plant leadership, operations, and HR to foster a proactive safety culture, reduce risk, and ensure effective incident management, regulatory compliance, and employee well‑being, including oversight of occupational health and workers' compensation processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and support site environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable regulations
Serve as a hands‑on safety leader on the production floor, promoting a strong safety culture of accountability
Conduct routine audits, inspections, and risk assessments; drive corrective actions to closure
Lead incidents, injury, and near‑miss investigations; identify root causes and implement preventive solutions
Maintain FL Site OSHA logs, compliance documentation, and required regulatory reporting
Partner with leadership and HR to deliver safety training and support employee development
Monitor and report key safety metrics (TRIR, DART, far misses) to drive continuous improvement
Support workers' compensation and return‑to‑work programs, including case tracking and employee follow‑up
Assist with emergency preparedness programs, including evacuation, first aid, and response planning
Support environmental compliance initiatives, including waste management and sustainability efforts
Ensure contractors and visitors adhere to all safety policies and site requirements
Provide oversight and direction to facility personnel, safety committees, health specialists, and manufacturing site leadership
Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science degree, with specialization in Occupational Safety and Health, Engineering, or Environmental Sciences (Preferred) and/or Equivalent work experience
Knowledge of corporate ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) efforts and processes preferred
Minimum 2 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience with OSHA compliance, incident investigation, risk assessment, and safety program development
Self‑motivated and able to work independently to find solutions
Proficient in leveraging office systems such as Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, etc
Candidates with Professional Certifications (CSP, ASP, etc.) are desirable

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The role requires regular presence on the production floor.

Working Conditions:

This position operates in a climate‑controlled office environment and a climate‑controlled manufacturing facility. The role requires exposure to typical industrial conditions, including noise, heat, and moving equipment.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 401(k)

Please Note & Review the Following:

This position is considered safety‑sensitive because impairment by drugs or alcohol may constitute a threat to health or safety, and/or a lapse of attention could result in injury, illness, or death.

Central Moloney is a tobacco‑free facility. The use of tobacco products (including cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, and e‑cigarettes/vapes) is not permitted on company property.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Central Moloney is an equal opportunity employer. We…