EHS Specialist

Location: Pheonix, AZ
Schedule: 1st Shift | 40 hours/week
Employment Type: Temp-to-Perm
Pay: $40.00 hr
Employer: PDS Tech

Position Summary

PDS Tech is seeking an experienced EHS Specialist to provide Environmental, Health & Safety operational support for a manufacturing facility in Chicago, IL. This role is responsible for driving EHS compliance, implementing safety programs, conducting investigations, reducing risk, and supporting environmental permitting and reporting. The EHS Specialist will play a hands-on role in promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Implement and support occupational safety, health, and environmental programs, including:

Confined Space

Hazard Communication

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

NFPA 70E / Electrical Safety

Ergonomics

Industrial Hygiene

Machine Guarding

Support site compliance related to air, waste, and water regulations

Assist with regulatory reporting and permitting, including RCRA, EPCRA, air permits, and stormwater

Prepare and submit required documentation such as RCRA permits, Tier II, TRI, and EPA reports

Conduct Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and evaluate risk mitigation controls

Develop, deliver, and document EHS training for managers and hourly employees

Lead EHS incident and near-miss investigations using root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and track to closure

Facilitate safety meetings and support site safety initiatives

Conduct facility, equipment, and safety inspections to identify and correct hazards

Promote safe work practices and environmental responsibility across the facility

Support emergency response activities and address employee safety concerns

Escort local, state, and federal inspectors during audits or inspections

Ensure inspection and readiness of fire protection and safety equipment

Track chemicals stored and used onsite

Support hazardous waste reduction initiatives

Partner with site leadership to prevent incidents related to unsafe conditions or behaviors

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibility

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field
OR

High school diploma/GED with 7+ years of EHS experience

Minimum 3 years of experience in an EHS role

Experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment preferred

Experience in a 24-hour operation preferred

Safety certifications preferred:

OSHA 30 / OSHA 511 / OSHA 501

ASP / CSP

Other EHS-related certifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong working knowledge of OSHA and environmental regulations

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Strong communication and training skills

Professional, calm, and effective under pressure

Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Reliable, dependable, and punctual

Physical Requirements

Frequent walking throughout the facility

Occasional lifting up to 30 lbs

Ability to climb, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive motion as needed

Occasional exposure to moderate to heavy noise

Ability to wear required PPE (safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.)

Pay Details: $40.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
The California Fair Chance ActLos Angeles City Fair Chance OrdinanceLos Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for EmployersSan Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.