• Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

    Belcan (Tewksbury, MA)


    Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

     

    Job Number: 359627

     

    Category: EH & S Scientific

     

    Description: Job Title: Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

     

    Zip Code: 01876

    Duration: 12 months

    Pay Rate: $ 27.58/hr.

     

    Keyword's: #DrTewksburyjobs; #EnvironmentalHealthjobs.

     

    Start Date: Immediate

    Job Description:

    Summary:

    The EH&S Specialist will support environmental, health, and safety programs across engineering and manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate brings a well-rounded understanding of EH&S practices with a focus on hazard identification, ergonomics, industrial hygiene, and hazardous waste management. This position requires daily coordination with cross-functional teams including engineers, production staff, and leadership, as well as timely support for multiple ongoing projects.

    Responsibilities:

    * Manage and improve EH&S programs (e.g., Job Hazard Analyses, PPE Assessments, RIDII, ergonomics, contractor safety, etc.)

    * Conduct EHS inspections, noise and ventilation surveys, respirator fit testing, and IH sampling

    * Lead or support root cause investigations for safety concerns and incidents

    * Track corrective actions and contribute to injury reduction and safety initiatives

    * Develop and deliver EH&S training to employees and contractors

    * Support behavioral-based safety programs and EH&S strategic initiatives

    * Assist with safety team efforts and site evacuations

    * Perform ergonomic assessments (industrial and office)

    * Manage hazardous waste and universal waste accumulation areas

    * Interpret OSHA, NIOSH, and ANSI standards to ensure compliance

    * Analyze safety performance metrics to identify trends and drive improvement

    Required Skills:

    * Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and ANSI standards

    * Practical application of safety and industrial hygiene principles

    * Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize in a fast-paced environment

    * Strong verbal and written communication skills

    * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

    * Detail-oriented, well-organized, and self-motivated

    * Comfortable with independent work and team collaboration

    * Willingness to take on new responsibilities and rotate into other EH&S areas (environmental, sustainability)

    Desired Skills:

    * Prior experience delivering EH&S training

    * Ability to remain calm under pressure or in potentially stressful environments

    * Familiarity with EH&S databases or reporting systems

    Education & Experience:

    * Bachelor's degree preferred (EHS-related field ideal)

    * 1-2 years of relevant EH&S experience required

     

    Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, colour, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

     

    Minimum Experience (yrs): 1-2

     

    Required Education: Bachelor (BA, BS...)

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