Senior Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

The Opportunity:Our client is a large-scale manufacturing organization (non-automotive), that is looking to add a Senior Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist to join their team in Reno, Nevada. The Senior EHS Specialist plays a critical role in supporting local site leadership by strengthening health and safety culture, enhancing risk management practices, and advancing environmental stewardship.What You'll Be Responsible For:- Develop, implement, and maintain EHS Management System standards, and ensure compliance with all EHS programs and initiatives.- Lead interactions with safety regulatory agencies and environmental regulatory agencies.- Provide guidance on hazardous and non-hazardous waste management programs.- Maintain and oversee the facility's emergency response program, including life safety systems, equipment, and required documentation.- Manage SDS reviews, audits, and documentation to ensure regulatory compliance.- Engage with operations and engineering teams to assess risks associated with machine guarding, ergonomics, and chemical use for new or modified equipment.- Conduct ergonomic assessments and maintain the ergonomic risk assessment database.- Perform incident investigations, identify root causes, and recommend practical corrective actions.- Lead or participate in continuous EHS improvement opportunities.- Support the development and achievement of EHS key performance indicators.- Develop and deliver EHS training programs and document training compliance.- Prepare internal and external health, safety, and environmental reports.- Manage data entry and reporting in EHS software systems, including incidents, risk assessments, inspections, and corrective actions.- Provide expert consultation to leadership, employees, visitors, and contractors regarding EHS requirements and risks.- Assist with the creation, review, and maintenance of EHS-related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Created: 2026-04-15