EHS Specialist
Job Summary:
A well-established manufacturing company in St. Louis, MO is seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to support and enhance its EHS compliance and safety culture. This on-site role is responsible for ensuring adherence to environmental and occupational health regulations while driving continuous improvement in workplace safety systems and protocols. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, detail-oriented, and capable of working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the development and continuous improvement of site EHS policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and corporate EHS regulations.
Manage and maintain EHS recordkeeping systems, metrics, and documentation.
Assist with investigations related to employee injuries, near misses, spills, or chemical releases.
Deliver and support EHS training initiatives across site operations.
Administer safety permit systems (e.g., Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, Hot Work, Elevated Work).
Conduct periodic hazard assessments, inspections, and safety observations.
Provide input during equipment installations, operational changes, and project reviews to ensure safety compliance.
Assist with environmental inspections, including stormwater, SPCC, hazardous waste, and LDAR programs.
Operate and maintain industrial hygiene and air quality monitoring equipment.
Respond to on-site emergencies and contribute subject matter expertise during incident management.
Support compliance with Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS).
Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor's degree required in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience:
1-3 years of EHS experience preferred; recent graduates with strong internship or co-op experience encouraged to apply.
Prior experience in a manufacturing, chemical, or pharmaceutical environment is a plus.
Skills & Competencies:
Knowledge of relevant regulations (e.g., 29 CFR 1910, 1926, 40 CFR) and EHS management systems.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word; comfortable managing data and reports.
Excellent communication and presentation skills; able to train and collaborate at all organizational levels.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
Comfortable wearing PPE and performing inspections in a plant environment.
Experience with conflict resolution and safety culture development is an asset.
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