Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Ametek

$75K — $90K *
Tulsa, OK 74133In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive EHS experience in a manufacturing setting.
  • Proven track record in developing and enhancing EHS programs and management systems.
  • Familiarity with AI tools to optimize productivity and decision-making in EHS practices.
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and related safety regulations.
  • Exceptional communication and training skills.
  • Robust analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and enhance EHS programs to foster a strong safety culture.
  • Identify risks and implement corrective and preventive actions.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant safety and environmental regulations.
  • Develop and deliver training to improve safety awareness.
  • Perform audits and inspections to pinpoint improvement areas.
  • Conduct accident investigations and manage corrective action plans.
  • Maintain accurate EHS metrics and regulatory documentation.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to influence strategic EHS initiatives within a growing aerospace organization.
  • Direct collaboration with leadership to shape EHS culture and policies.
  • Impactful role in protecting workforce and environmental health.
  • A chance to build industry-leading EHS programs for operational excellence.
Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced EHS Specialist to lead Environmental, Health & Safety initiatives across our Tulsa, Oklahoma and Wichita, Kansas operations.

This highly visible role partners with site leadership and employees at all levels to create and sustain a culture focused on zero accidents, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. You will play a critical role in protecting our people, facilities, and environment while helping shape the future of EHS programs within a dynamic aerospace manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do:

As the EHS Specialist, you will serve as the subject matter expert and strategic leader for all environmental, health, and safety programs across both locations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and continuously improve EHS programs, policies, systems, and initiatives that promote a strong safety-first culture.
  • Identify workplace hazards, assess risks, and implement effective corrective and preventive measures.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, state, local, and other applicable environmental and safety regulations.
  • Develop, implement, and deliver training programs to enhance employee safety awareness and regulatory compliance.
  • Conduct facility audits, risk assessments, and inspections to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Lead accident investigations, root cause analyses, corrective actions, and near-miss reporting programs.
  • Maintain EHS metrics, records, reports, and regulatory documentation with accuracy and timeliness.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact with regulatory agencies and external auditors, as applicable.
  • Partner closely with managers and supervisors to coach, mentor, and strengthen EHS accountability throughout the organization.
  • Manage industrial hygiene programs and communicate findings to leadership while ensuring timely follow-up actions.
  • Oversee Safety Data Sheet (SDS) management and support domestic and international hazardous materials shipping requirements.
  • Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure capital projects meet all environmental, health, and safety requirements.
  • Support property insurance initiatives and facilitate safety audits with FM Global and other external partners.
  • Develop and manage EHS operating plans, budgets, and resource allocation to achieve business objectives.

What We're Looking For:

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible EHS experience within a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience developing, implementing, and improving EHS programs and management systems.
  • Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-marking, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
  • Strong understanding of OSHA, EPA, and related regulatory requirements.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and training facilitation skills.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.
  • High level of personal accountability and commitment to operational excellence.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Aerospace manufacturing experience.
  • Eligibility to obtain or currently hold a:
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
  • Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
  • Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
  • Experience with industrial hygiene monitoring and environmental testing equipment.
  • Knowledge of hazardous materials transportation and regulatory requirements.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing aerospace organization where safety is a core value. You'll work directly with leadership, influence strategic decisions, and help build industry-leading EHS programs that protect employees, support operational excellence, and drive continuous improvement.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
  • Work is primarily performed in an office and manufacturing/shop environment.
  • Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses and safety-toed footwear, in designated areas.
  • Frequent standing, walking, reaching, and communication with employees across the facility.
  • Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds, with assistance from mechanical lifting devices when appropriate.
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.


Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 75,000

Salary Maximum: 90,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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