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Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist – Plastic Injection Molding Manufacturer

Location: Michigan – Small to Mid-Sized Manufacturing Facility (Under 200 Employees)

Industry: Plastic Injection Molding / Thermoplastics Manufacturing

Join a well-established, growth-focused plastic manufacturing plant producing high-quality, precision-molded components for the automotive sector. This facility is known for state-of-the-art molding technology, strong employee culture, and commitment to workplace safety and environmental responsibility. As part of a close-knit team, you'll have direct impact, visibility with leadership, and the opportunity to shape best practices for the future.

Position Overview

The EHS Specialist will lead and coordinate all Environmental, Health, and Safety programs in compliance with OSHA, MIOSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations. This role is critical in driving a proactive safety culture, reducing workplace incidents, and ensuring environmental sustainability across all manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and programs aligned with regulatory requirements and company standards.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, hazard assessments, and risk analyses to identify and mitigate potential hazards in plastic molding, extrusion, and secondary operations.
• Lead incident investigations, document findings, and ensure effective corrective actions are implemented.
• Coordinate and maintain compliance with OSHA/MIOSHA standards, EPA regulations, and ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 requirements.
• Manage employee training programs on safety protocols, chemical handling, lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE use, forklift safety, and emergency response.
• Track and analyze safety metrics, near-miss reports, and environmental performance data to drive continuous improvement.
• Oversee hazardous waste management, air quality compliance, stormwater protection, and other environmental initiatives.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure machine guarding, ergonomic improvements, and safe operating procedures are in place.
• Serve as the primary contact for regulatory agencies and auditors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or related field preferred (equivalent experience considered).
• 3+ years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in plastics, injection molding, or polymer processing.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, MIOSHA, EPA, and environmental health & safety best practices.
• Hands-on experience with hazard communication (HAZCOM), LOTO, confined space entry, and chemical safety programs.
• Excellent communication, training, and interpersonal skills to engage employees at all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EHS reporting software.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or OSHA 30-hour training is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Role – Direct influence on company safety culture and compliance strategy.
• Professional Growth – Opportunities for training, certifications, and advancement.
• Team-Oriented Environment – Small enough for your voice to be heard, large enough to offer stability.
• Cutting-Edge Facility – Modern equipment, lean manufacturing practices, and continuous improvement mindset.

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