HSE Specialist

Employer description

• Partner with facility leadership to promote a safe, healthy, and environmentally compliant workplace. • Develop, implement, and continuously improve HSE programs, policies, and safe work practices that reduce operational risk. • Support compliance with OSHA regulations, the EPS Global HSE Management System, and applicable environmental requirements. • Lead safety initiatives, employee training, and incident investigations to strengthen safety performance and foster a proactive safety culture. • Monitor HSE metrics and recommend improvements that enhance operational excellence across multiple facilities. • Serve as the primary HSE resource for facility leadership, providing guidance on health, safety, and environmental matters. • Identify workplace hazards, conduct risk assessments, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions. • Develop, maintain, and improve HSE policies, procedures, health and safety plans, and safe work practices. • Monitor HSE performance metrics and support continuous improvement initiatives. • Lead incident investigations, perform root cause analysis, and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions. • Coordinate and deliver HSE training programs for employees and leadership. • Conduct safety meetings, audits, inspections, and compliance assessments. • Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA 29 CFR 1910 requirements. • Support implementation and continuous improvement of ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and the EPS Global HSE Management System. • Maintain current knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices. • Travel between Youngstown, OH and Bridgeport, WV, with occasional additional travel to support business operations, training, and meetings. • Perform other duties as assigned. • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Safety Management, Environmental Science, or a related technical field preferred. • A minimum of 3 years of HSE experience, preferably in manufacturing or industrial operations. • Working knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 regulations. • Experience with ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 management systems preferred. • Experience conducting incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation. • Experience developing HSE policies, procedures, and employee training programs. • Strong hazard identification, risk assessment, and problem-solving skills. • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. • Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills. • Ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently. • Willingness to travel regularly between Youngstown, OH and Bridgeport, WV, with occasional additional travel as business needs require.