EHS Specialist 

• Location is onsite in Solon OH
  

• Direct hire though Kelly Engineering – Hourly with Benefits
  

• Must be able to work without the need for sponsorship
  

• Hourly pay rate range: 45-55hr

Job Summary

The EHS Specialist is responsible for leading and executing environmental, health, and safety (EHS) strategies, programs, and initiatives at the facility to ensure regulatory compliance and promote a strong safety culture. This position partners with site leadership to develop and sustain effective EHS management systems, mitigate workplace risks, and drive continuous improvement, with a strong emphasis on preventing serious injuries and fatalities. The Safety Manager provides leadership and oversight to ensure alignment with corporate EHS objectives, regulatory requirements, and operational excellence.

Key Job Responsibilities

1. Lead the development and execution of site-level EHS strategies and action plans aligned with corporate objectives, regulatory requirements, and operational priorities.

2. Develop, implement, and maintain effective EHS management systems, policies, procedures, and programs, with a strong emphasis on serious injury and fatality (SIF) prevention.

3. Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations, including OSHA and EPA requirements.

4. Partner with plant leadership and operations teams to foster a proactive, values-based safety culture that promotes employee engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.

5. Oversee critical safety programs and environmental compliance activities, including regulatory permits, inspections, reporting, and corrective actions.

6. Implement and sustain corporate EHS standards, ensuring consistency, effectiveness, and alignment with company expectations.

7. Establish clear EHS roles, responsibilities, and accountability across the facility, working collaboratively with department leaders to strengthen safety performance.

8. Manage and maintain EHS systems and platforms, including Gensuite, Safety Data Sheet (SDS) management, and learning management systems.

9. Identify, evaluate, and support EHS-related capital improvement projects focused on risk reduction, regulatory compliance, process safety, and serious injury and fatality prevention.

10. Lead and oversee the Management of Change (MOC) process to ensure potential EHS risks are identified, evaluated, and controlled before operational changes are implemented.

11. Coordinate industrial hygiene assessments, exposure monitoring, and sampling activities to identify and mitigate workplace health hazards.

12. Monitor EHS performance metrics, analyze trends, and develop corrective and preventive action plans to improve overall safety performance.

13. Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action initiatives to prevent recurrence and strengthen organizational learning.

14. Provide EHS guidance, coaching, and training to employees, supervisors, and management to reinforce safe work practices and regulatory compliance.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.

  
  

• 5–8 years of relevant experience in environmental, health, and safety management or related functions.

  
  

• Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

  
  

• Strong knowledge and practical application of OSHA, EPA, and applicable federal, state, and local EHS regulations.

  
  

• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and manage EHS programs and management systems.

  
  

• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.

  
  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence employees and leadership at all organizational levels.

  
  

• Self-motivated, results-oriented professional capable of independently managing projects and driving initiatives with minimal supervision.

  
  

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and effectively manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

  
  

• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, data analysis, and EHS management software.

  
  

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation or other recognized EHS certification.

  
  

• Advanced education or specialized training in occupational safety, environmental management, or a related discipline.

  
  

• Experience implementing and maintaining EHS management systems, including Gensuite or similar platforms.

  
  

• Demonstrated experience in serious injury and fatality prevention, risk assessment, and continuous improvement initiatives.

  
  

• Experience supporting EHS capital projects, industrial hygiene programs, and Management of Change processes.

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