The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist will play a pivotal role in supporting, developing, and enhancing EHS compliance and risk management processes. This position is crucial in driving EHS performance improvement within the organization, ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal standards, and promoting EHS awareness throughout the organization.
ResponsibilitiesSupport the development and execution of EHS compliance programs.Develop and implement environmental, health, and safety programs, tools, and standards in alignment with global EHS policies.Conduct investigations of working conditions to prevent occupational diseases and industrial health hazards.Promote EHS awareness through effective employee communications and participation.Serve as a key point of contact for safety and environmental issues.Support regulated waste management, including consolidation and inspections.Conduct compliance tasks such as stormwater sampling, waste inspections, chemical inventory, and life safety audits.Execute compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and customer requirements.Support and conduct EHS audits, develop action plans to resolve findings, and implement countermeasures.Perform risk assessments related to jobs performed, including Job Hazard Analysis for new processes and equipment.Maintain accurate daily, weekly, and monthly metrics for reporting to management teams.Support management efforts to ensure compliance with corporate program expectations and applicable laws.Recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures and ergonomics.Establish and manage the safety committee.Drive continual improvement efforts to reduce site safety and environmental risk.Support site stand-up meetings, safety committees, and floor inspections.Essential SkillsExperience in environmental health and safety, particularly in a manufacturing plant setting.Knowledge of environmental and waste disposal regulations.Risk assessment skills.Bachelor’s degree or higher in industrial hygiene, occupational health, environmental engineering, environmental science, or a related field, or relevant experience.1+ years of experience in EHS support, especially in warehousing.Knowledge of OSHA regulations, specifically 29 CFR 1910.Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience maintaining confidentiality in matters involving security and/or personnel issues.Work EnvironmentThe role requires the ability to lift up to 49 pounds and stand or walk for up to 10 hours. Work is generally conducted Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm, with the flexibility to work any shift, including days, nights, and/or weekends, based on availability.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Redmond, WA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Redmond,WA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 5, 2026.
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