Environmental Health and Safety Specialist - 2nd Shift (City-State-Country, City-State-Country, City-State-Country)

Danfoss

Experience: 1+ yrs
Location: United States
Job type: Full-time

Required skills

Lean Six Sigma
ASP
communication skills
compliance
KPI

About the role

The Impact You'll Make

We are seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Environmental Health & Safety Specialist to join our team and champion workplace safety and environmental stewardship. In this role, you will be a key driver in developing, implementing, and sustaining our EHS Management Systems, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory standards.

You will work closely with operations teams during second shift to identify risks, deliver training, conduct audits, and lead continuous improvement initiatives that make our workplace safer, cleaner, and more sustainable.

If you are passionate about protecting people and the planet, and thrive in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, this is your opportunity to make a measurable impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

Key Responsibilities

Safety Leadership & Compliance

Lead and implement EHS programs in partnership with department managers and production employees.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Conduct daily GEMBA walks to verify adherence to safety standards and identify improvement opportunities.
Monitor and enforce company safety standards, reporting compliance metrics to leadership.

Training & Engagement

Deliver engaging EHS training for general and task‑specific procedures.
Promote a safety‑first culture through active communication, coaching, and recognition programs.

Risk Assessment & Incident Management

Investigate injuries, near misses, and hazards to determine root causes and implement corrective actions.
Conduct hazard assessments, ergonomic evaluations, and recommend countermeasures.
Document findings and create site‑specific safety action plans aligned with global EHS policies.

Environmental Stewardship

Manage environmental compliance programs, permits, and inspections (stormwater, wastewater, air quality, hazardous waste, residual waste).
Support sustainability initiatives and waste reduction programs.

Continuous Improvement & Reporting

Track and report Process Performance Indicators (PPI) in GIMs.
Support 5S workplace organization initiatives.
Participate in internal audits and document control processes.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field.
1–2 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, ANSI, NFPA, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 standards.
Experience with document control systems and audit coordination.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHS software platforms.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 implementation and auditing.
Risk management framework and tool experience.
Familiarity with Management Review processes and KPI tracking.
Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement training.
ASP or GSP certification.

Why Join Us?

Be the safety leader for second shift operations.
Work in a collaborative environment where your ideas drive real change.
Gain exposure to global EHS standards and sustainability initiatives.
Competitive compensation, benefits, and career growth opportunities.

What You'll Get from Us

We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
You’ll receive benefits like annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

About Danfoss

Engineers energy-efficient solutions for refrigeration, heating, and hydraulics.

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