Job Description
Role: EHS Specialist - JOB ID: KUMDC5751012
Location: Clark, NJ
Contract : 6 Months to start with
Job Responsibilities:
- EHS data analytics, reporting, and dashboards (45%)
- Maintain and analyze EHS data for leading and lagging indicators (e.g., incidents, near misses, observations, training, audits, inspection findings, chemical and environmental metrics).
- Develop and manage Excel-based dashboards, pivot tables, charts, and trend analyses to support EHS decision-making.
- Prepare routine and ad hoc EHS reports for site leadership, corporate EHS, and regulatory reporting as needed.
- Ensure data integrity, standardization of definitions, and consistent use of EHS metrics across the site.
- Support root cause analysis by providing data extracts, trends, and visualizations.
- EHS regulatory compliance and environmental programs (30%)
- Assist with maintaining compliance with applicable federal, state, and local EHS regulations (i.e.: OSHA, EPA, state DEP).
- Support environmental permitting activities, including air permits, emissions tracking, and recordkeeping requirements.
- Coordinate hazardous and non-hazardous waste management activities, including profiles, manifests, and vendor coordination.
- Help maintain EHS documentation (procedures, work instructions, forms, and records) in alignment with corporate and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct or support EHS inspections and compliance audits; track actions to closure and maintain evidence files.
- Research EHS regulations, consensus standards, and industry best practices as needed to support program improvements.
- EHS training, communication, and engagement (15%)
- Develop and maintain EHS training materials, including PowerPoint presentations, job aids, and visual standards.
- Coordinate and sometimes deliver EHS onboarding and refresher trainings in partnership with EHS Managers and HR.
- Track EHS training completion, follow up on gaps, and provide training metrics to leadership.
- Support site-wide EHS campaigns, 5S initiatives, safety observations, and communication activities (e.g., newsletters, digital signage).
- Continuous improvement, special projects, and audits (10%)
- Participate in and occasionally lead EHS-related continuous improvement projects (i.e., 5S, visual management).
- Support incident investigations by helping collect data, organize documentation, and track corrective actions.
- Assist in preparing the site for internal/external audits (i.e., corporate, regulatory).
- Partner with EHS Managers on special projects related to risk assessment, exposure reduction, and digital tools.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
- Approximately 7-10 years of relevant EHS experience in manufacturing, industrial, or related environments.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, charts, and basic formulas) and PowerPoint.
- Experience working with EHS data, metrics, and/or reporting tools (e.g., incident management systems, learning management systems, or environmental tracking tools).
- Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental regulations (air permits, waste management, wastewater, stormwater, etc.).
- Ability to research and interpret EHS regulations, guidance documents, and standards, and translate them into practical site actions.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create clear, visually effective presentations and reports.
- EHS Certified Professional designations (i.e., ASP, CSP, CIH, CHMM, etc)(preferred)
- Project management skills
- Must be legally eligible to work in the US on an on-going basis.
- Computer proficiency and aptitude for technology.
- Must be able to work effectively in a matrix organization that provides services to multiple business partners.
- Self-motivated.
Core Competencies:
- Analytical and data-driven mindset with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Customer-service orientation toward internal stakeholders and front-line teams.
- Continuous improvement mindset and willingness to challenge the status quo.
- High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
Thank You
Job Tags
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