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Job Title: Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) SpecialistJob Description

As an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist, you will collaborate with the Senior EHS Manager to design and roll out training initiatives, policies, and procedures that foster a safe and regulation-compliant workplace. Your primary focus will include managing waste, conducting risk evaluations, investigating incidents, and ensuring adherence to environmental and safety standards throughout the facility.

Responsibilities

+ Contribute to the creation and delivery of EHS training across all levels of the organization to promote compliance and safety consciousness.

+ Draft and enforce SOPs related to environmental, health, and safety operations.

+ Assist in overseeing the Workers' Compensation Program, ensuring effective claim handling and injury prevention strategies.

+ Initiate and maintain proactive health and safety programs to reduce hazards and support employee wellness.

+ Manage the handling and disposal of hazardous, non-hazardous, and biomedical waste in coordination with certified vendors, championing waste reduction and cost-efficiency efforts.

+ Organize and monitor routine industrial hygiene and environmental testing.

+ Perform assessments on chemicals, tools, and processes to recommend safety controls and PPE.

+ Maintain precise and compliant EHS documentation in line with regulatory standards.

+ Lead initiatives that promote behavior-based safety practices to continuously improve workplace safety culture.

+ Direct the investigation of workplace incidents, ensuring root causes are identified and corrective actions are implemented.

+ Oversee the First Aid team and enhance procedures for AED, spill kits, and emergency response.

+ Stay current on site-specific permits and ensure all operational activities align with permit requirements.

+ Represent EHS in projects involving new equipment, process changes, or facility upgrades to ensure compliance.

+ Act as the EHS liaison during inspections and audits, ensuring readiness and documentation accuracy.

+ Compile and file required environmental and safety reports such as EPCRA, AOR, and hazardous waste filings.

+ Conduct and document Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) to proactively identify and mitigate operational risks.

+ Uphold the organization’s Code of Conduct and ensure all activities meet legal and ethical standards.

+ Demonstrate commitment to the company’s values of Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance, and Passion.

+ Carry out other responsibilities as assigned.

Essential Skills

+ Proficient in regulatory interpretation and documentation.

+ Skilled in leading investigations and developing training content.

+ Familiar with FDA, cGMP, and EHS-related SOPs.

+ Strong communication, analytical, and project management abilities.

+ Comfortable with Microsoft Office and EHS software platforms.

+ Capable of applying mathematical and statistical concepts to real-world scenarios.

+ Able to work independently and collaboratively across teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.

+ At least five years of experience in EHS or a related field, ideally within industrial or manufacturing settings.

+ Experience in regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals or electronics is a plus.

+ CPR/First Aid certification is mandatory.

+ Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.

+ Experience with industrial hygiene and safety compliance.

Work Environment

The work environment involves industrial and manufacturing settings where adherence to safety regulations is paramount. You will work with various technologies and equipment, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards. The role requires you to engage in cross-departmental projects, support safety audits, and maintain documentation accuracy. The position demands a commitment to fostering a culture of safety and compliance, while promoting the company’s core values.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.27 - $46.63/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Miramar,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.