Safety Specialist jobs in Racine, WI

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We are looking for an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist for our client in Kenosha, WI.

Essential Job Functions:

• Advise on federal, state, and local EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, etc.).
• Conduct compliance audits, recommend corrective measures.
• Manage regulatory submissions (air permits, spill prevention plans, etc.).
• Develop and conduct EHS training programs for management and employees.
• Assist in meeting corporate health, safety, sustainability, and environmental goals.
• Provide daily guidance on EHS programs, ensuring a common approach.
• Lead incident management and near-miss programs.
• Ensure contractor compliance with safety requirements.
• Facilitate Safety Committee activities, including safety inspections and meetings.
• Direct plant personnel to achieve safety goals and objectives.

General Responsibilities:

• Stay informed on applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Collaborate with diverse groups to achieve desired results.
• Assemble, arrange, compute, and interpret data.
• Generate required reports.

Requirements:

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant safety experience, preferably in a lean manufacturing environment.
• Proficient knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to work with diverse groups to achieve desired results.
• Assemble, arrange, compute, and interpret data.
• Generate reports as required.