EHS Specialist

Why This Role Matters

This is an opportunity to create an impact in an innovative company on a growth trajectory.

Who You Are

You will be a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic manufacturing environment, takes ownership of projects, and partners effectively with team members and leadership to build a strong culture of safety and environmental compliance.

Who We Are

Process Technology is a global leader in designing and manufacturing cutting-edge thermal and power conversion equipment that makes tomorrow’s products possible. Our company is a global sales organization with facilities based in Mayfield, Mentor and Willoughby, Ohio; and Flushing, NY.

We are a tight-knit team that thrives on positive collaboration and open communication.

Our Values

• Growth –Think big. Make a difference. Always continue learning personally and professionally. View mistakes as opportunities to improve.
• Ownership –Own decisions, actions, and failures. Do what's right versus what’s easy. Hold yourself and others accountable.
• Drive Results – Display urgency, take action, achieve results. Challenge the status quo, take initiative, and make things happen. Focus on what matters most. Solve the biggest problems to make a difference.
• Innovation –Find a better way every day. Think differently. Imagination will take you everywhere!
• Teamwork –ONE Company. ONE Team. ONE Goal. Engage cross-functionally and throughout all levels. Work together to win.

Process Technology Style

• Goal oriented – We collaborate to find the best approach to align and achieve our goals to ensure the best results are attained.
• Metric driven – We set realistic and achievable goals and standards with well-laid project plans.
• People focused – We care about our team; we promote a healthy work-life balance; we are respectful of the roles and time of other individuals.
• Process oriented – We establish and respect clear processes.
  
  

The EHS Specialist reports to the EHSS Program Manager and supports multiple manufacturing locations. This role partners with operations, engineering, and facilities to maintain regulatory compliance while fostering a proactive safety culture. The successful candidate will be comfortable balancing compliance activities with hands-on support in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Partner with the EHSS Program Manager and site leadership to implement environmental, health, and safety programs that meet federal, state, local, and company requirements while reducing operational risk and strengthening EHS performance.
• Conduct routine facility inspections, compliance audits, and risk assessments; document findings, identify opportunities for improvement, and work with site personnel to implement corrective actions.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action tracking to reduce recurrence and improve operational performance.
• Participate in machine safety assessments, hazard identification, and implementation of engineering and administrative controls for manufacturing operations, including machining, assembly, and testing.
• Support industrial hygiene initiatives, including exposure assessments, PPE selection, ventilation evaluations, and other occupational health programs as needed.
• Review Safety Data Sheets (SDS), evaluate chemical hazards, support new chemical approvals, and maintain the electronic chemical management system.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs.
• Maintain site-specific emergency preparedness programs, including Emergency Action Plans, emergency response equipment, drills, and first aid resources.
• Support environmental compliance activities, including hazardous waste management, air permitting, wastewater compliance, and regulatory reporting.
• Maintain accurate EHS records, permits, training documentation, inspection reports, and compliance files.
• Travel between company facilities as needed to provide onsite EHS support.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Systems Used

• Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, PPT, Excel, Teams)
• Velocity EHS Chemical Management Software
• Infor SyteLine ERP
• UKG Workforce Management Software

Requirements 

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3–5 years of experience supporting EHS programs within a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities independently while collaborating effectively across all levels of the organization and maintaining positive working relationships with team members, leadership, regulatory agencies, and external partners.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel approximately 10%.

Compensation

This position is full-time, salary, exempt. Compensation typically follows industry median for Northeast Ohio/the Great Lakes region. You may be eligible for an annual bonus. This is a long-term, high accountability role.

General Notices

Process Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all Team Members. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In accordance with federal law, we participate in the E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired Team Members. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA).