Summary The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist I supports the execution and continuous improvement of SENS' Environmental, Health & Safety Management System by partnering with employees, supervisors, engineering, quality, laboratory, and operations teams to promote a safe, compliant, and proactive work environment.
Responsibilities Safety Culture & Employee Engagement- Promote and actively support the SENS safety culture through positive employee engagement, coaching, and visible leadership on the production floor.
- Conduct routine safety observations and behavior-based safety coaching.
- Support employees and supervisors in identifying hazards and implementing corrective actions.
- Assist in driving employee participation in the SAFER Hazard Reporting Program.
- Facilitate safety awareness initiatives, campaigns, and recognition programs.
- Serve as an active member of the First Responder Team.
Daily Operational Support- Maintain a strong floor presence supporting manufacturing, warehouse, laboratory, engineering, and office operations.
- Participate in Tier II production meetings.
- Support supervisors with hazard identification and continuous improvement opportunities.
- Assist departments with implementation of EHS policies and safe work practices.
- Support laboratory safety compliance and routine inspections.
Risk Assessment & Hazard Reduction- Conduct Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), risk assessments, and hazard evaluations for equipment, processes, and tasks.
- Assist Engineering with process hazard reviews and implementation of engineering controls.
- Identify opportunities to reduce operational risk using the hierarchy of controls.
- Assist with FMEA/RPN documentation as applicable.
Incident Investigation & Corrective Actions- Respond to workplace incidents, near misses, and property damage events.
- Collect incident information including photographs, witness statements, and initial documentation.
- Participate in incident investigations and Root Cause Analysis activities.
- Track corrective actions through completion and verify effectiveness.
Compliance & Regulatory Support- OSHA, EPA, NFPA, LOTO, PPE
- Hazard Communication
- Hazardous Waste
- Electrical Safety
- Machine Guarding
- Emergency Response
- Industrial Hygiene Initiatives
- Chemical Management
- Documentation & Inspection Records
Inspections & Audits- Production areas
- Warehouse
- Laboratory
- Emergency eyewash stations
- Safety Showers
- Fire extinguishers
- AED inspections
- Spill kits
- Chemical Storage
- PPE stations
- Machine guarding
- LOTO Compliance
Training & Communication- Deliver weekly safety talks and toolbox talks.
- Reinforce new hire safety orientation.
- Conduct hands-on safety demonstrations.
- Coordinate annual refresher training.
- Maintain training records and documentation.
- Assist with emergency drills and exercises.
Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences, Safety Management, OSH or other relevant discipline OR Associate's degree with 2+ years of relevant manufacturing EHS experience OR 4+ years of relevant manufacturing EHS experience.
Preferred Qualifications - 2+ years of EHS (Environmental, Health & Safety) experience within a in manufacturing, laboratory, or industrial operations environment.
- Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analysis.
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations.
- Experience with Hazard Communication, LOTO, Machine Guarding, Electrical Safety, and PPE.
- Experience performing Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
- Experience supporting safety committees and employee engagement initiatives.
- Experience maintaining EHS records and compliance documentation.
- Experience with ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001.
Physical Requirements - Frequent standing and walking throughout manufacturing and laboratory environments.
- Frequent climbing stairs and navigating production areas.
- Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and reach.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to wear required PPE in production and laboratory environments.
Location: Longmont, CO
Base Compensation: $78,000 - $86,000 is the projected range of annual base salary for this role depending on the candidate's overall qualifications and experience.
Bonus: This position is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
Closing Date: August 31st. While we expect to keep the position open through this date, the posting may be extended or closed early based on applicant volume and hiring needs.
Onsite Perks- Free gym with 24/7 access
- Free Electric Vehicle charging
- Breakfast and Lunch Café
- After hours Grab & Go snacks
- Basketball court
- Walking paths
Benefits- Paid Time Off
- Paid holidays
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan with immediate vesting
- Employee referral program
We hope you're interested in making a difference with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every qualification listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.
