Environmental - Health & Safety Specialist

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All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for candidates who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. Innovation is an important part of our DNA. If you appreciate an environment where you get to think new and constantly evolve, you will thrive here.

Join Our Team as an Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist at Epiroc!

The EHS Specialist is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety programs across the manufacturing site. This role plays a key part in ensuring regulatory compliance, reducing risk, and promoting a strong safety culture. The EHS Specialist works cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, and leadership teams, with a strong presence on the production floor to proactively address hazards and engage employees in safety practices.

Work Type (Onsite): This position will be based onsite at our Dexter, MI facility. This job opening is not eligible for immigration/work visa sponsorship

Responsibilities:

• Actively engage on the production floor to observe work practices, identify hazards, and promote safe behaviors.
• Support site compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable EHS regulations through routine audits, inspections, and program implementation.
• Support environmental compliance programs including waste handling, stormwater, air emissions, chemical storage, and ISO 14001.
• Lead or support incident investigations, including root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.
• Coordinate and deliver safety training programs (e.g., LOTO, machine guarding, fall protection, PPE, hazard communication).
• Conduct job hazard analyses (JHAs) and risk assessments in collaboration with operations and maintenance teams.
• Maintain accurate and organized EHS records, including training logs, incident reports, environmental permits, and regulatory filings.
• Support environmental compliance programs including waste handling, stormwater, air emissions, and chemical storage.
• Partner with supervisors and employees to drive proactive safety initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
• Monitor and report on leading and lagging safety metrics; contribute to action planning and safety goals.
• Assist in developing and reviewing written safety programs, procedures, and work instructions.

Knowledge/Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum 3 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment (light and/or heavy industrial experience preferred).
• ISO 14001 internal auditor experience
• Solid knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations and practical application in manufacturing settings.
• Experience with EHS software systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Safety certifications (e.g., ASP, CHST, GSP) are a plus.

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and influence safety behavior at all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements:

• Must be comfortable spending significant time on the shop floor.
• Ability to walk, stand, and navigate stairs and equipment areas within light and heavy manufacturing settings.
• Occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
• Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job.

About us. Epiroc is a global productivity partner for mining & construction customers and accelerates the transformation toward a sustainable society. With ground-breaking technology, we develop and provide innovative and safe equipment, such as drill rigs, rock excavation and construction equipment and tools for surface and underground applications. We also offer world-class service and other aftermarket support as well as solutions for automation, digitalization and electrification. Our global headquarters is based in Stockholm, Sweden and we have around 18,000 passionate employees supporting and collaborating with customers in over 150 countries around the world. Learn more at epirocgroup.com.

As a leading global manufacturer of industrial tools and attachments, our premium brands include Paladin, LaBounty, Pengo, Dubuis, and STANLEY which offer premier equipment and services in more than 200 product categories.

We succeed in our core business because we are passionate innovators with courage to change. With collaboration and mutual confidence, teams and individuals trust and support each other’s abilities to offer solutions. Together, we lead the way to make mining and construction more sustainable.

Epiroc offers rewarding experiences and professional growth opportunities. Recognition for your hard work includes:

• Benefits eligibility begins the 1st of the month after start date
• Health care eligibility - including medical, dental, vision, prescription and telemedicine
• Wellness program
• Employee discounts
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan
• Direct deposit
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Vacation

Join us, and be part of a diverse, innovative and highly collaborative team. An inclusive workplace that allows people to thrive. Inclusion is foundational for our Epiroc culture. We want all our people to have a strong sense of belonging. As we work in diverse teams across geographies, cultures, and professional areas, inclusive behavior is something we expect from ourselves and each other. We are continually looking for ways to strengthen our inclusive culture.

A place where we all matter. Epiroc’s diversity approach is holistic, and our goal is to continue attracting, developing and retaining talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives.

Employment at Epiroc Industrial Tools and Attachments LLC is “at-will,” which means that either you or the company can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without prior notice, and for any reason not prohibited by statute, in accordance with state and federal guidelines. All employment is continued on that basis. No supervisor, manager or executive of the company, other than the General Manager in a signed writing, has any authority to alter the foregoing. Signature of this document serves as acknowledgment of receipt and does not create a contract of employment.

Epiroc Industrial Tools and Attachments LLC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. #LI-HP1 #LI-Onsite

United. Inspired. Performance unites us, Innovation inspires us, and commitment drives us to keep moving forward. 

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