Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Location: Tampa, FL
Pay Rate: $42.50 per hour
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM start time
Hours: Full-Time, 40 hours per week

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to support and maintain environmental, health, and safety programs within a manufacturing environment. This position plays a key role in ensuring compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations while partnering with plant leadership to promote a safe and productive workplace.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with machine guarding, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and confined space programs, along with a strong understanding of workplace safety systems and regulatory compliance.

Pay & Schedule

• $42.50 per hour

• Full-time position

• 40 hours per week

• Monday-Friday

• 7:30 AM start time

• Occasional flexibility may be required based on business needs

What You'll Do

• Support and maintain site Environmental, Health & Safety programs and initiatives

• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and workplace assessments

• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; identify root causes and corrective actions

• Monitor compliance with OSHA, EPA, and company safety standards

• Maintain EHS documentation, records, and reporting requirements

• Partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, and leadership teams to address safety concerns and drive continuous improvement

• Track and analyze safety metrics and recommend proactive solutions

• Assist with employee safety training, onboarding, and ongoing compliance initiatives

• Support workers' compensation case management and return-to-work efforts

• Coordinate with outside vendors, consultants, and subject matter experts as needed

• Participate in sustainability and environmental improvement initiatives

• Support capital projects to ensure safety and environmental requirements are incorporated into project planning

• Promote a positive safety culture throughout the facility

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Environmental Science, Safety Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field

• 3-5+ years of Environmental Health & Safety experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment

• Hands-on experience with:

  • Machine Guarding

  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

  • Confined Space programs

• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, safety programs, PPE requirements, incident investigation procedures, and environmental compliance standards

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments

Preferred

• Master's degree in a related field

• Experience with EHS management systems and compliance software

• Experience leading safety initiatives in a manufacturing environment

Certifications (One Required)

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

• Associate Safety Professional (ASP)

• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)

• Certified Environmental Professional (CEP)

Work Environment

• Manufacturing and warehouse setting

• Frequent exposure to production environments

• Must be able to wear required PPE, including:

  • Safety shoes

  • Safety glasses

  • Hearing protection (in designated areas)

  • Long pants and appropriate work attire

• Safety shoe reimbursement available

• Exposure to machinery and industrial equipment

• Occasional travel may be required

Why Apply?

• Competitive pay at $42.50 per hour

• Opportunity to make a direct impact on employee safety and environmental compliance

• Collaborative team environment

• Professional growth and development opportunities

• Stable, full-time opportunity with a respected manufacturing organization

Apply today to join a team committed to workplace safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.