EHS SPECIALIST at Judge Group

EHS Specialist

Location: Louisville KY (Onsite)

Position Type: Direct

*Please send qualified resumes to CWright01@judge.com

Position Qualifications:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of Federal and State environmental laws, regulations, and OSHA standards.
• Proven ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Chemical, Mechanical, or Safety Engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in Environmental Health and Safety (EHS).
• Familiarity with US EPA regulations concerning Air, Waste, Wastewater, and Chemicals Management.
• ISO 14001 Environmental Management System – Internal Auditor certification with a minimum of two years of experience managing ISO 14001 EMS.

Specific Duties:

• Report directly to the Plant Manager.
• Provide direction, guidance, and technical advice on EHS matters to ensure a safe working environment, in collaboration with Corporate EHS.
• Maintain up-to-date environmental permits and prepare and submit various environmental reports to relevant agencies, including air emission reports, Risk Management Plan (RMP), SARA Tier II, and Form R.
• Conduct and update inspections for all environmental programs, including Spill Prevention, Control and Contingency (SPCC) plan, stormwater, air emissions, RMP, hazardous waste, and emergency response.
• Maintain ISO 14001 EMS and work with the team to ensure the plant remains ISO 14001 certified.
• Collect, maintain, and provide information to Corporate EHS on environmental compliance and sustainability programs.
• Coordinate the implementation and maintenance of processes and procedures to ensure OSHA compliance.
• Establish systems for incident/accident prevention and ensure a robust accident investigation/root cause analysis process to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain the OSHA 300 log and ensure timely and accurate logging of injuries/illnesses.
• Assess education and training needs, evaluate EHS programs/processes, and develop necessary EHS training.
• Ensure timely submission of injured worker information to the Third-Party Administrator (TPA).
• Interact with the TPA and medical community to understand the status of claims.
• Collaborate with plant management to ensure an effective return-to-work program.
• Generate periodic workers’ compensation user control reports.
• Assist the HR department and Plant Manager with additional duties as assigned.
• Conduct ergonomic reviews and implement HumanTech recommendations.