Job Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct formal, systematic reviews of operations and activities to ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations, including the Clean Air Act (CAA), Clean Water Act (CWA), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA), and relevant state and local requirements.
• Prepare, review, and submit reports and documentation required by regulatory agencies and corporate leadership.
• Monitor changes in federal, state, and local regulations to ensure ongoing compliance and proactive implementation of new requirements.
• Provide regular updates to the EHS&S Manager regarding compliance status, audit and inspection results, and the costs associated with regulatory compliance.
• Analyze trends and recommend new policies, procedures, and best practices to improve EHS&S performance.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness programs, response activities, and contingency planning to protect employees, company assets, and business continuity.
• Assess industrial hygiene needs and coordinate environmental and occupational exposure monitoring activities.
• Partner with departments and leaders across the organization to provide EHS&S guidance, support, and expertise.
• Promote sustainability initiatives and environmental stewardship programs that drive continuous improvement.
• Lead energy and environmental committees focused on reducing environmental risks, energy consumption, water usage, and waste generation.
• Conduct Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and recommend corrective and preventive actions to mitigate identified risks.
• Perform workplace ergonomics assessments, safety audits, inspections, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) evaluations.
• Review and support EHS&S aspects of new and existing equipment, processes, and Management of Change (MOC) activities.
• Assist in the development, maintenance, and administration of EHS&S programs, including documentation, data collection and analysis, training materials, and compliance records.
• Serve as a key resource in fostering a culture of safety, environmental responsibility, and regulatory compliance throughout the organization.

Qualifications - What Your Background Should Look Like

• • Minimum 2–5 years of Environmental, Health, Safety, and Sustainability (EHS&S) experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
  • Demonstrated success working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects and stakeholders with minimal supervision.
  • Working knowledge of federal, state (MA), and local regulations, including OSHA, EPA, ISO 14001, and other applicable environmental, health, and safety requirements.
  • Possession of a Massachusetts Grade 2-I Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification (or higher), or the ability to obtain the required certification within six (6) months of hire.
  • Experience with business continuity planning and Lean principles is preferred.
  • Familiarity with the Benchmark Gensuite Management System or similar EHS management software is preferred.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to evaluate issues, develop alternative solutions, and recommend effective corrective actions.
  • Ability to understand, implement, and improve business processes by identifying customer needs, communicating process changes, measuring results, and driving continuous improvement.
  • Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to effectively influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Proven ability to quickly establish productive working relationships across departments and organizational levels.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Working knowledge of applicable local, state (MA), and federal environmental, health, and safety regulations.
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.