EHS Specialist

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Admin Support Temple, TX, US

2 days ago Requisition

Job Title:

EHS Specialist

Location:

Temple, TX

Reports To:

VP of Operations

Primary duties will include:

• Maintain knowledge of applicable OSHA regulations, safety standards, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Maintain accurate OSHA 300, 300A, and 301 logs, incident reports, and other required safety documentation.
• Conduct routine workplace safety inspections and audits to identify hazards, ensure compliance, and recommend corrective actions.
• Investigate workplace accidents, injuries, and near misses, including root cause analysis and corrective action follow-up.
• Coordinate workers' compensation incidents, medical appointments, post-accident testing, and injury-related documentation.
• Coordinate and conduct employee safety training, new hire orientations, and refresher training as required.
• Monitor compliance with safety programs, including LOTO, Haz Com, PPE, Forklift Safety, Machine Guarding, Fall Protection, Confined Space, and Fire Safety.
• Maintain safety policies, procedures, training records, chemical inventories, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Support environmental compliance activities, including waste management, manifests, SPCC requirements, and environmental inspections.
• Promote a positive safety culture by providing employee coaching, addressing unsafe behaviors, and encouraging safe work practices.
• Coordinate with management, employees, and external vendors to address safety concerns and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Assist the VP of Operations with safety initiatives, regulatory inspections, reporting, and continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), occupational safety, or a related field, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, General Industry Standards (29 CFR 1910), and applicable safety compliance requirements.
• Experience with OSHA recordkeeping, including OSHA 300, 300A, and 301 logs, incident reporting, and safety documentation.
• Knowledge of workplace safety programs, hazard identification, incident investigations, and corrective action procedures.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations, hazardous materials, and waste management requirements.
• Ability to conduct safety inspections, identify potential hazards, and communicate corrective actions.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Other duties and assignments may be added to assist in the continued coordination of safety and compliance.

Preferred education:

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Environmental Health and Safety, Occupational Safety, or a related field preferred.
• OSHA 30-Hour General Industry certification preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education, certifications, and relevant work experience will be considered.

The essential physical & environmental requirements of the position are:

• Ability to work in non-climate-controlled environment, heat and cold.
• Ability to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Ability to stand prolonged periods standing and performing repetitive tasks.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
• Ability to hear sounds and differentiate between them.
• Ability to visually understand distance, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus, and have color vision.

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