Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist

The EH&S Specialist is responsible for supporting and executing the company’s Environmental, Health, and Safety programs at the Fort Wayne location. This role focuses on daily safety operations, compliance activities, inspections, incident investigations, environmental management, and facility safety support. The EH&S Specialist works closely with the EH&S Manager, operations, maintenance, logistics, and other teams to ensure a safe and compliant workplace. In this role, the Specialist will assist in implementing companywide EH&S initiatives while serving as the primary on-site resource for safety and compliance at the Fort Wayne facility.

Location

• Onsite - Fort Wayne, IN

Compensation

• This position offers a competitive compensation package, benchmarked to regional market standards. It consists of a base salary plus the opportunity for quarterly profit sharing after one year of employment.

Responsibilities

Safety Program Execution:

• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly safety inspections and maintain all related documentation. 
• Support the implementation of EH&S policies, procedures, and company safety programs.
• Perform hazard assessments and assist with risk mitigation strategies. Conduct incident and near-miss investigations at the Fort Wayne site, document findings, identify root causes, and assist with corrective action plans. 
• Support new hire safety onboarding and deliver site-specific training such as equipment safety, PPE requirements, and facility rules.
• Assist the EH&S Manager in rolling out companywide programs and maintaining consistency across both locations.

Compliance and Regulatory Support: 

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations, including OSHA and relevant environmental requirements. 
• Conduct safety audits and inspections to identify compliance gaps and track corrective actions. 
• Maintain accurate and organized records including safety inspection reports, training records, incident reports, and environmental documentation. 
• Assist with maintaining safety software and data reporting tools.
• Monitor SDS updates and maintain the SDS library.

DOT and Driver Safety Support: 

• Support DOT compliance processes through documentation review, basic ELD familiarity, and visual audits of vehicles and related records. 
• Assist with driver safety initiatives, including reasonable suspicion awareness, new-hire driver compliance checks, and accident reporting workflows. 
• Participate in accident investigations involving company vehicles at the Fort Wayne site and assist in documenting findings and reporting.

Incident Investigation and Prevention:

• Investigate workplace accidents, injuries, equipment damage, and near-miss events at the Fort Wayne facility. 
• Gather statements, conduct root cause analysis, and support the development and tracking of corrective actions.
• Maintain case management documentation and prepare incident summaries for review by the EH&S Manager and the Safety Committee.

Environmental and Facilities Safety:

• Support environmental compliance including waste management, hazardous material handling, universal waste, and spill prevention activities. 
• Maintain and inspect spill kits, AEDs, first aid cabinets, and other emergency and environmental equipment.
• Partner with the Facilities Maintenance Technician to support environmental permits, waste disposal activities, and routine facility safety walkthroughs.
• Assist with stormwater, waste management, and other environmental compliance activities as needed.

Equipment Safety and Certifications:

• Ensure operator certifications for power industrial equipment, overhead hoists, and related machinery are maintained and documented. 
• Conduct equipment safety checks and support onsite compliance with manufacturer and OSHA requirements. 

Cross-Site Support:

• Serve as the primary EH&S contact for the Fort Wayne site while supporting the EH&S Manager with companywide initiatives. 
• Provide remote assistance to the Fort Worth location as needed and participate in occasional travel for audits, training, or program deployment. 
• Provide coverage for Fort Worth EH&S needs in the absence of the EH&S Manager. 

Requirements

MUST HAVE

• Minimum 2 years of experience in an Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist role, Industrial Hygienist technician role, or similar position.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and general environmental compliance practices.
• Experience conducting safety inspections, incident investigations, and root cause analysis.
• General understanding of FMCSA/DOT regulations, ELD usage, and reasonable suspicion indicators.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and safety reporting systems.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to travel up to approximately 10% of the time.

NICE TO HAVE

• Familiarity with industrial environments including power industrial equipment and overhead lifting devices.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), and/or Associate Safety Professional (ASP).
• Experience in fleet maintenance, equipment rental, or industrial service environments
• Experience with SDS management systems, hazardous waste handling, or stormwater/waste programs.
• The ability to work in various industrial settings, including outdoor environments.