Job Title: EH&S Specialist
Location with zip code: Tewksbury, MA 01876
Pay Rate: $28-$30/hr. on W2
Shift Timing (Day/ Evening/ Night) : Day
Duration: 12 months +
Locations: Primary Site (75%) - 50 Apple Hill Drive, Tewksbury, MA-
Secondary Site (25%) - 350 Lowell Street, Andover, MA
Job Summary:
- The EH&S Specialist will support environmental, health, and safety programs across engineering and manufacturing operations.
- The ideal candidate brings a well-rounded understanding of EH&S practices with a focus on hazard identification, ergonomics, industrial hygiene, and hazardous waste management.
- This position requires daily coordination with cross-functional teams including engineers, production staff, and leadership, as well as timely support for multiple ongoing projects.
Role & Responsibilities:
- Manage and improve EH&S programs (e.g., Job Hazard Analyses, PPE Assessments, RIDII, ergonomics, contractor safety, etc.).
- Conduct EHS inspections, noise and ventilation surveys, respirator fit testing, and IH sampling
- Lead or support root cause investigations for safety concerns and incidents.
- Track corrective actions and contribute to injury reduction and safety initiatives.
- Develop and deliver EH&S training to employees and contractors.
- Support behavioral-based safety programs and EH&S strategic initiatives.
- Assist with safety team efforts and site evacuations.
- Perform ergonomic assessments (industrial and office).
- Manage hazardous waste and universal waste accumulation areas.
- Interpret OSHA, NIOSH, and ANSI standards to ensure compliance.
- Analyze safety performance metrics to identify trends and drive improvement.
Required Skills:
- Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and ANSI standards.
- Practical application of safety and industrial hygiene principles.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Detail-oriented, well-organized, and self-motivated.
- Comfortable with independent work and team collaboration.
- Willingness to take on new responsibilities and rotate into other EH&S areas (environmental, sustainability)
Desired Skills:
- Prior experience delivering EH&S training.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure or in potentially stressful environments.
- Familiarity with EH&S databases or reporting systems.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree preferred (EHS-related field ideal).
- 1-2 years of relevant EH&S experience required.
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