Job Overview

Position Overview

Nikkiso Clean Energy and Industrial Gases (NCEIG) is looking for a mid-level Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) Specialist to support the ICS Facility in Escondido, California. This is an onsite, full-time. The role focuses on practical execution, developing procedures, and providing daily SHE support for site operations.

 

The successful candidate will be a visible, hands-on resource who collaborates effectively with site staff and supervisors and demonstrates strong skills in writing and implementing procedures. The temp-to-hire approach allows for confirmation of technical skills, execution ability, and cultural fit before transitioning to full-time employment.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Support implementation of site-level SHE programs to mitigate risk to people, property, and the environment.
• Develop and implement SHE procedures and work instructions aligned with corporate standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a strong on-the-floor presence, including routine site walks, observations, and employee engagement.
• Provide EHS technical support across safety, environmental compliance, ergonomics, industrial hygiene, and occupational health topics.
• Support incident reporting, investigations, and corrective action tracking using Benchmark Gensuite and eCompliance systems.
• Assist with tracking and reporting SHE performance metrics, including injury/illness data and environmental compliance metrics.
• Support California hazardous waste compliance in alignment with DTSC (Title 22) requirements and local CUPA oversight, including generator practices, labeling, accumulation areas, inspections, training support, and coordination of manifests/shipments as applicable.
• Assist with closure of third-party recommendations (e.g., Travelers and other insurers).
• Support delivery of SHE training, toolbox talks, and employee awareness activities.
• Maintain working knowledge of applicable Cal/OSHA, EPA, DTSC, SCAQMD, CUPA, stormwater, wastewater, NFPA and local requirements and support site compliance efforts.
• Collaborate with HR on Workers’ Compensation coordination, employee safety issues, and related programs.

Qualifications

Qualifications (Mid-Level)

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental health & safety, environmental science, engineering, or a related field.
• 3–7 years of hands-on EHS experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and revising EHS procedures.
• Working knowledge of Cal/OSHA regulations, California hazardous waste requirements DTSC, SCAQMD and NFPA.
• Experience supporting or interfacing with CUPA inspections and programs (e.g., hazardous waste, CERS/HMBP).
• Experience using electronic EHS management systems for incident reporting and action tracking.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with hourly employees and the management team.

Preferred:

• Experience in manufacturing, aerospace, energy, or industrial operations.
• Familiarity with insurer-driven assessments.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and execution skills.
• Ability to balance regulatory compliance with practical, site-appropriate solutions.

Key Success Attributes

• Hands-on, practical, and approachable working style
• Strong technical and procedural writing skills
• Comfortable working independently in a site environment
• Willing to roll up sleeves and support daily operations
• Collaborative mindset and strong cultural fit with site teams