Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

The EHS Specialist maintains a visible presence on the production floor, actively engaging with employees to identify hazards, reinforce safe work practices, support incident investigations, and ensure corrective actions are implemented effectively. This role also supports EHS reporting and analytics by tracking key performance indicators (KPIs), maintaining dashboards, analyzing trends, and providing actionable insights that support operational excellence and risk reduction.

Success in this role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to safety, employee engagement, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain a strong presence on the manufacturing floor to promote safe work practices and reinforce EHS expectations

Conduct routine safety observations, inspections, and workplace assessments to identify hazards and potential risks

Assist in incident, injury, and near-miss investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action follow-up

Track, monitor, and report EHS performance metrics, including both leading and lagging indicators

Develop and maintain EHS dashboards, reports, and data analytics to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives

Support Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), risk assessments, safety observations, compliance audits, and inspection activities

Coordinate and maintain EHS training records, documentation, and employee participation tracking

Partner with supervisors and employees to address safety concerns and drive timely resolution of identified issues

Assist with implementation and maintenance of site EHS programs, policies, and procedures

Maintain accurate records related to incidents, inspections, training, corrective actions, and compliance requirements

Support regulatory compliance efforts and ensure adherence to OSHA and company EHS standards

Promote employee engagement through participation in safety initiatives, awareness programs, and continuous improvement activities

Provide support for off-shift or weekend operations as required by business needs

Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and continuous learning in EHS disciplines

Knowledge of workplace hazard recognition and risk mitigation practices

Understanding of EHS compliance requirements, safety inspections, incident documentation, and corrective action management

Ability to collect, analyze, and summarize EHS data to support business decisions

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook

Experience with Power BI, SAP, EHS management systems, or other reporting platforms preferred

Ability to support audits, inspections, training documentation, and safety program administration

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in reporting, recordkeeping, and data management

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred

Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent combination of education and relevant manufacturing or EHS experience may be considered

1–3 years of Environmental, Health & Safety experience within a manufacturing, industrial, logistics, maintenance, or operations environment preferred

Experience supporting or working within a 24/7 manufacturing environment preferred

Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, industrial safety principles, hazard identification, and incident reporting practices

Experience with EHS metrics, KPI reporting, data analysis, and dashboard development preferred

What's In It for You:

At Air Products we foster a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard, and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally, we offer competitive pay and great benefits for our employees. Check out some of our benefits below!

· Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance available day one of employment

· 401(k) retirement savings plan with 100% vested company core and match

· Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

· Paid parental leave

· Adoptionassistance

· Flexible spending accounts

· Life Insurance (AD&D), Supplemental AD&D

· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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Founded in 1940, Air Products is a world-leading industrial gases company and has a proud history of innovation, operational excellence, with an unwavering commitment to safety and environmental stewardship. Working together, we are taking our passion and diverse backgrounds forward to reimagine what’s possible and generate a cleaner future for our customers, our communities, and the world.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.).  You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.

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