EHS Specialist
Zimmer Biomet - Englewood, CO
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At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patientu2019s mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds. As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talented team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels inspired, invested, cared for, valued, and have a strong sense of belonging. What You Can Expect Paragon 28, a Zimmer Biomet company focused on orthopedic medical devices for the foot and ankle, is hiring an EHS Specialist to join our team in Englewood, Colorado. The EHS Specialist ensures compliance with all local, state, federal, and corporate EHS standards, particularly those governed by OSHA, EPA, and FDA/cGMP regulations. The EHS Specialist will play a vital role in fostering a proactive, compliant safety culture among all employees and contractors. This position is onsite at our Englewood Colorado location. How You'll Create Impact u2022 Advise management and take action to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and company EHS regulations. u2022 Conduct or coordinate required EHS inspections and regular facility-wide routine safety inspections at Grasslands Facility and assist with internal EHS auditing programs. u2022 Develop, manage, and maintain critical EHS programs, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Machine Guarding, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT), Bloodborne Pathogen and Emergency Response Plans for the Paragon28 Grasslands site. u2022 Perform and document Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and Ergonomic Assessments for manufacturing and office tasks to minimize musculoskeletal injury risk. u2022 Lead initiatives to promote environmental sustainability and reduce the company's environmental footprint. u2022 Develop, customize, and deliver comprehensive EHS training modules for new hires, contractors, and existing employees. u2022 Track, analyze, and report EHS Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and compliance metrics to site and corporate leadership. u2022 Assist with development, implementation, and revision of Paragon28 Grasslands site EHS procedures and promotional materials. u2022 Coordinate a Safety Committee and promote EHS program at the Paragon28 Grasslands site through internal publications and encourage consideration of EHS impact during decision making process and integration of EHS responsibilities. u2022 Responsible for oversight management of the Paragon28 Grasslands site Environmental Risk Management System Program. u2022 Participate in new equipment installations and process move layouts for Paragon28 Grasslands site. u2022 Other duties as assigned Your Background u2022 Bacheloru2019s Degree in Safety Management, Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field required. u2022 Minimum 2 years of EHS experience, with direct experience in a manufacturing or production environment, preferably within the medical device, pharmaceutical, or similarly regulated industry. u2022 Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills. u2022 Microsoft Office Suite power user u2022 Comprehensive knowledge of federal and state OSHA and EPA regulations. u2022 Strong presentation skills for delivering effective training. u2022 Professional certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Occupational Health or Safety Technician (OHST) preferred u2022 OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Certification preferred Work Environment This job operates in an office and warehouse environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones and copy machines. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with individuals internal to the organization. The employee is required to have close visual acuity to view a computer terminal and review reports. The employee may be required to lift up-to 15 lbs. by themselves. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position with typical business hours. It may reasonably require additional hours during the week and weekend; specific requirements will be determined with Manager. Travel Expectations Up to 10% travel Compensation Data Salary Range: $56,000 - $75,000 USD annually depending on skills and experience EOE
Created: 2026-01-12