Sr. EHS Specialist Job in Ruston, Lincoln Parish, USA

A leading manufacturing company is looking to appoint an experienced EHS Specialist to manage the EHS programs at their facility located in Ruston, LA. The individual will focus on continuous improvement of the existing safety culture and manage necessary environmental policies. The individual will work closely with the Regional EHS team and report to the Plant Leadership.

The Role:

• Establish and drive continuous improvement in the facility’s safety monitoring and recordkeeping systems to ensure compliance with all policies and federal regulatory requirements.
• Assist the Plant Operations and Corporate Safety team to evaluate and determine appropriate proactive safety strategies.
• Facilitate safety, health, and environmental training for all plant personnel.
• Ensure the proper onsite management and offsite disposal of solid, universal, and hazardous wastes.

The Candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety & Health and/or Environmental or equivalent degree preferred.
• 5+ years of EHS experience in an industrial manufacturing setting.
• A recognizable certification is preferred, such as ASP, GSP, or CSP.
• Must be comfortable working in a plant environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage others.