EH&S Specialist
Direct Hire. Onsite
Santa Maria, CA 68-75k
The Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Specialist supports the implementation of health, safety, security, and environmental compliance initiatives in a manufacturing plant. This role involves collaborating with management, employees, and contractors.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct inspections to identify hazards and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Develop and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks and improve safety.
- Manage health and safety programs (emergency response, training, occupational health, safety equipment, maintenance).
- Respond to incidents and maintain accurate records.
- Assist with environmental programs and sample collection.
- Manage hazardous waste and SDS records.
- Develop visual aids and presentations for training.
- Participate in ISO 14001 and 45001 audits.
- Conduct training on best practices, hazards, and regulations.
- Support second shift as needed.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required (safety science, environmental health and safety, or industrial hygiene preferred).
- OSHA or similar EHS certification preferred.
- 4+ years of EHS experience (2+ years in manufacturing preferred).
- Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and ANSI regulations.
- Ability to interpret regulations and safety data sheets.
- Willingness to travel to other California locations.
Benefits
Excellent benefits, growth potential, etc. Relocation a possibility.
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