Environmental Health and Safety Specialist IV

Our client, a leader in the cosmetics and consumer goods industry, is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist to join their team. As a Environmental Health and Safety Specialist, you will be part of the EHS department supporting site-wide EHS programs with a strong emphasis on data analytics, regulatory compliance, and environmental permitting. The ideal candidate will have a data-driven mindset, strong written and verbal communication skills, and a continuous improvement approach that will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Location: Clark, NJ

Pay Range: $35/hr - $37/hr

What's the Job?

• Own EHS data analytics, reporting, and dashboards by maintaining and analyzing leading and lagging indicators (incidents, near misses, observations, training, audits, inspection findings, and chemical/environmental metrics).
• Support EHS regulatory compliance and environmental programs by assisting with OSHA/EPA/state DEP requirements, environmental permitting support, and hazardous/non-hazardous waste management coordination.
• Develop and maintain EHS training materials and support onboarding/refresher training coordination, including tracking completion and providing training metrics to leadership.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and special projects by supporting incident investigations, helping prepare for internal/external audits, and partnering on risk assessment and exposure reduction initiatives.
• Ensure data integrity and standardization by using consistent EHS metric definitions and providing data extracts, trends, and visualizations to support root cause analysis.

What's Needed?

• Approximately 7-10 years of relevant EHS experience in manufacturing, industrial, or related environments.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, charts, and basic formulas) and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental regulations (air permits, waste management, wastewater, stormwater, etc.).
• Ability to research and interpret EHS regulations, guidance documents, and standards, then translate them into practical site actions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to strengthen site-wide EHS programs by turning data into actionable insights for risk reduction and continuous improvement.
• Role visibility across facilities, production, laboratory teams, and external stakeholders to support proactive EHS culture.
• Chance to contribute to environmental permitting and waste management processes while maintaining strong compliance documentation.
• Ownership of EHS training content and engagement activities that help teams stay aligned on expectations and safe practices.
• Motivating environment where you can support audits, investigations, and special projects that improve safety performance.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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