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EHS Specialist

MBC Talent Connections

Gulfport, Mississippi

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$70,000–$80,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Best Practices, Construction Safety, Content Development, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Disability Insurance, Electricity, Environmental Health, Environmental Management Systems, Green Construction, Hazard Analysis, Hazardous Materials/Substances, ISO 14001, Lean Manufacturing, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Microsoft Active Server Page (ASP), Microsoft Office, OSHA, Process Improvement, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Risk, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Compliance, Safety Equipment, Safety Systems, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Systems Maintenance, Training/Teaching, Welding
LOCATION
Gulfport, Mississippi
POSTED
4 days ago

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Role Overview

A manufacturing facility is seeking an EHS Specialist to manage and improve environmental, health, and safety programs. The role focuses on regulatory compliance, risk reduction, environmental reporting, and building a strong safety culture across operations. This is a hands-on position with ownership of site-level EHS functions and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drive safety culture and engage employees across all levels to meet safety objectives
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local EHS regulations
  • Review facility changes and new equipment for safety and compliance impact
  • Maintain environmental management systems and support ISO 14001 compliance
  • Prepare and submit required environmental reports (e.g., emissions, waste, water monitoring)
  • Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste handling, storage, and disposal processes
  • Oversee air, water, stormwater, and waste monitoring, testing, and audits
  • Conduct safety training for employees and supervisors, including site-specific content development
  • Identify hazards, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective/preventive actions
  • Lead safety improvement projects using modern tools and best practices
  • Evaluate and improve effectiveness of EHS control programs

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in a manufacturing EHS role
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA and regulatory compliance requirements
  • Experience with environmental permitting, reporting, and recordkeeping
  • Familiarity with high-risk manufacturing environments and safety controls
  • Proficiency with safety systems and tools (e.g., MS Office, Smartsheet, or similar platforms)
  • Ability to influence teams and drive cultural change in safety practices
  • Experience in at least one specialty area (e.g., cranes/rigging, electrical safety, fall protection, welding)

Preferred Qualifications

  • ASP or CSP certification
  • Experience with behavior-based safety programs (e.g., SafeStart, STOP)
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and safety improvement events (Kaizens)

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary range: $70,000–$80,000
  • Bonus: Not included
  • Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and supplemental insurance plans available
  • No 401(k) offered

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