Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Department: Safety

Reports To: HR Director

FLSA Status: Salaried Exempt

Location: Shelbyville, KY

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Specialist to join our team at a 400 person manufacturing plant. This role will play a crucial part in ensuring the facility's operations comply with all environmental, health, and safety regulations and standards. The EHS Specialist will work closely with plant leadership and employees to promote a culture of safety, environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Conduct regular workplace inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory safety and environmental standards.

• Develop and maintain safety protocols, emergency response plans, and health programs.

• Lead safety training programs, including new employee orientations and annual refresher courses.

• Investigate workplace accidents, injuries, and near-misses, and assist in root cause analysis.

• Document incidents and accidents, preparing detailed reports with corrective actions and follow-ups.

• Maintain a comprehensive record of safety incidents and environmental compliance data.

• Conduct job hazard analyses and risk assessments to evaluate workplace conditions.

• Recommend control measures for identified risks to minimize the potential for accidents or violations.

• Work closely with department heads, supervisors, and employees to integrate EHS goals into daily operations.

• Provide guidance and expertise on safety issues, emergency procedures, and environmental compliance.

• Lead audits, reviews, and inspections conducted by regulatory agencies.

• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of safety programs, recommending improvements when necessary.

• Lead plant’s safety committees, including promoting safety initiatives and best practices.

• Ensure proper documentation and reporting EHS-related incidents, inspections, audits, and compliance checks.

• Maintain EHS-related records to meet legal requirements.

• Monitor and ensure compliance with environmental laws, regulations, and company policies.

• Oversee waste management, recycling programs, and chemical handling procedures.

• Track environmental metrics, prepare reports, and ensure timely reporting to regulatory agencies.

• Participate in environmental audits and inspections, both internal and external.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, or equivalent experience.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in an EHS role, preferably within automotive or manufacturing.

• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA regulations, and other relevant safety and environmental laws.

• Previous experience conducting EHS audits and investigations.

Qualifications (cont.)

• Certification in OSHA 30-hour General Industry (or equivalent) and other safety-related certifications (e.g., First Aid/CPR, HAZWOPER) preferred.

• Experience with environmental compliance, waste management, and hazardous materials handling.

• Excellent communication, training, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

This job description may be modified at any time to encompass additional responsibility for meeting the needs of KACI. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.

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