Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Job Description:

• Payrate: $40 - 43/hour W2
• Duration: 11 months contract (possible extension based on performance and budget).
• Shift: Monday – Friday; 8am - 5pm.
• The EHS Specialist supports the development, implementation, and maintenance of environmental, health, and safety programs to help ensure a safe and compliant workplace.
• Working under the direction of the Plymouth Site EHS Rep., this role assists with safety training, inspections, incident investigations, regulatory compliance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required skill

• Bachelor’s degree required with a preferred field of study in EHS, Safety, Environmental Science, or related field
• 0–2 years of experience, internship, or co-op experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of OSHA and environmental regulations.

Key Skills

• Knowledge of workplace health, safety, and environmental practices
• Ability to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions
• Strong organizational skills
• Effective communication and training facilitation abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to analyze data and prepare reports
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to compliance
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team
• Willingness to learn and apply OSHA, EPA, and company safety requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Support site EHS programs, policies, and procedures.
• Assist with workplace inspections and corrective actions.
• Participate in incident investigations and tracking of corrective actions.
• Maintain EHS records, training documentation, SOPs, and forms.
• Support employee EHS training and compliance activities.
• Assist with SDS management and chemical inventories.
• Collect and report EHS metrics and data.
• Support audits, safety committees, and improvement projects.