Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: EHS Specialist
Work Site: Newark, DE 19702 – Onsite
Duration: 06 Months Contract with possible extension
Extension possible based on performance; FTE conversion based on performance.
Shift/Schedule: 40 hours per week/M-F
Pay Rate: $42.00- $50.00/hr on w2 w/o benefits
Job Description:
The EHS Specialist 3 is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing complex EH&S programs across multiple facilities or high-risk operational areas.
This role requires a higher level of technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and leadership.
EHS Specialist 3 will support the EHS Manager by taking on a lead role in compliance initiatives, audits, training, and continuous improvement efforts, ensuring a proactive approach to workplace safety and environmental sustainability.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Leads the administration and continuous improvement of EH&S management systems at assigned facilities, ensuring full compliance with corporate, local, state, and federal regulations.
- Conducts and leads EH&S Compliance Audits across multiple Company sites, identifying and mitigating potential hazards, ensuring proactive compliance strategies beyond regulatory minimums.
- Manages workplace safety incident investigations, including root cause analysis (RCA), corrective/preventative action planning, and workers’ compensation administration to drive injury reduction.
- Develops and implements new EH&S programs, policies, and procedures, aligning with corporate safety goals and industry best practices.
- Serves as a EH&S liaison for management, employees, and cross-functional teams, fostering a strong safety culture and engagement at all levels.
- Oversees hazardous waste management programs, ensuring safe handling, disposal, and compliance with environmental regulations.
- Participates in emergency response planning, including crisis management, business continuity, and site-specific action planning for assigned locations.
- Designs and delivers advanced EH&S training programs, including hands-on safety trainings and compliance refresher sessions for employees and supervisors.
- Manages key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting to Corporate EH&S, using data analytics to track performance trends and drive continuous improvement.
- Acts as a mentor for junior EHS specialists and site safety teams, providing guidance on complex EH&S challenges.
- Acts in the absence of the site EHS manager to ensure continuity of safety efforts at the site.
- Supports sustainability initiatives, including waste reduction, energy efficiency, and environmental impact assessments in alignment with corporate ESG goals.
- The incumbent may be asked to perform additional function-related activities as needed to meet business requirements.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental health and safety, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
- Advanced certifications preferred (e.g., CSP, CIH, or CHMM).
Experience:
- 5-7 years of experience in Environmental Health and Safety, preferably in manufacturing, medical device, or regulated industries.
- Proven experience in leading safety programs, regulatory audits, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Strong background in incident investigations, emergency preparedness, and hazardous materials management.
Skills & Competencies:
- Expert knowledge of EH&S regulations (OSHA, EPA, NFPA, DOT, state/local regulations) and ability to interpret compliance requirements in a complex operational environment.
- Leadership skills with the ability to influence, engage, and drive a safety-first culture throughout the organization.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with experience conducting root cause analysis (RCA) and risk assessments.
- Ability to develop, implement, and track EH&S programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Excellent business writing and communication skills, with the ability to present safety data and compliance reports to senior leadership.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple projects with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EH&S software applications for data analysis and reporting.
Company DescriptionSelect Source International (SSI) is a distinguished staffing company with nearly 25 years of experience, renowned for delivering top-tier workforce solutions encompassing staffing, recruiting, and managed services. As a proud supplier, we bring a wealth of expertise and best-in-business differentiators to comprehensively support your diverse workforce needs.
Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, SSI has established itself as a global leader, serving a broad clientele across industries with unwavering dedication and excellence. SSI is ISO 9001, 14001, and Soc2 Type2 certified, underscoring our commitment to quality and security. We have garnered numerous sustainability and supplier diversity awards, further validating our industry-leading capabilities
Company Description
Select Source International (SSI) is a distinguished staffing company with nearly 25 years of experience, renowned for delivering top-tier workforce solutions encompassing staffing, recruiting, and managed services. As a proud supplier, we bring a wealth of expertise and best-in-business differentiators to comprehensively support your diverse workforce needs.\r\n\r\nBased in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, SSI has established itself as a global leader, serving a broad clientele across industries with unwavering dedication and excellence. SSI is ISO 9001, 14001, and Soc2 Type2 certified, underscoring our commitment to quality and security. We have garnered numerous sustainability and supplier diversity awards, further validating our industry-leading capabilities