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Senior Environmental Health & Safety Specialist (EHS) | Manufacturing | Hazleton, PA

Senior EH&S Specialist

📍 Hazleton, Pennsylvania | Onsite | Monday–Friday

Lead Safety. Drive Compliance. Shape Culture.

An established manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Senior Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist to take ownership of site-wide EHS performance at a large-scale 24/7 production facility in Northeastern Pennsylvania.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a highly visible leadership position and make an immediate impact. As the site's senior EHS professional prepares for retirement, the organization is looking for a proven leader who can maintain a strong safety culture while driving the next phase of continuous improvement across both safety and environmental programs.

You'll serve as a key member of the plant leadership team, partnering closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, and corporate EHS leadership to support the organization's commitment to a world-class safety culture and operational excellence.

If you're energized by being on the plant floor, building relationships with employees, leading meaningful change, and creating safer, more efficient operations, we'd love to speak with you.

The Opportunity

This role carries a strong emphasis on Health & Safety leadership, while also maintaining responsibility for critical environmental compliance programs.

The successful candidate will become the site's primary EHS resource, helping drive safety performance, regulatory compliance, employee engagement, incident prevention, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.

This position reports directly to the Plant Manager while working closely with Corporate Safety and Environmental leadership teams.

What You'll Be Doing

Health & Safety Leadership

  • Lead site-wide safety initiatives and promote a proactive safety culture

  • Serve as the facility's primary OSHA compliance resource

  • Conduct incident, injury, near-miss, property damage, and environmental investigations

  • Perform root cause analysis utilizing methodologies such as RCCA and 5-Whys

  • Develop and implement corrective and preventative actions

  • Conduct risk assessments, hazard evaluations, audits, and safety inspections

  • Drive continuous improvement of safety systems, processes, and performance metrics

  • Coordinate and lead Safety Committee activities

  • Develop and execute site safety action plans

  • Facilitate EHS training programs for employees at all levels

  • Support workers' compensation case management activities

  • Maintain OSHA recordkeeping and compliance documentation

  • Support site projects by evaluating safety impacts and recommending mitigation strategies

Environmental Compliance & Sustainability

  • Support compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations

  • Assist with management of the facility's Title V environmental obligations

  • Oversee stormwater compliance programs and environmental monitoring activities

  • Ensure proper management and disposal of solid, universal, and hazardous waste streams

  • Drive waste reduction, reuse, and recycling initiatives

  • Support environmental permitting activities and regulatory reporting

  • Assist with air quality compliance and permit management

  • Ensure wastewater and discharge activities remain compliant with operating permits

  • Maintain environmental records and compliance documentation

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

  • Partner with operations teams to identify opportunities for safety and process improvements

  • Support Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and cost reduction initiatives

  • Drive accountability and follow-through on EHS action items

  • Prepare for and support corporate audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews

  • Monitor, analyze, and communicate EHS performance metrics

  • Build strong working relationships across all levels of the organization

What Success Looks Like

The successful individual will be:

  • A visible and trusted presence throughout the facility

  • Highly organized and capable of managing multiple initiatives simultaneously

  • Comfortable balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution

  • Passionate about continuous improvement and employee engagement

  • Skilled at influencing change and driving accountability

  • Able to build strong relationships with both hourly and salaried employees

Facility Overview

  • Approximately 85 hourly employees

  • 24/7 manufacturing operation

  • Non-union facility

  • Production operations running 12-hour shifts

  • Warehouse operations running 8-hour shifts

  • One direct report (EHS Technician)

  • Active partnership with Corporate Safety and Environmental leadership

The facility has demonstrated strong recent safety performance, recording zero recordable incidents year-to-date, and is committed to continuing that momentum through strong leadership and employee engagement.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Engineering, or a related discipline

  • Minimum of 7 years of EHS experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment

  • Prior formal safety training such as OSHA 30-Hour or equivalent

  • Strong working knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations

  • Experience leading investigations and performing root cause analysis

  • Excellent communication, presentation, training, and organizational skills

  • Strong Microsoft Office proficiency

  • Ability to work independently and effectively influence stakeholders across the organization

Additionally, Candidates Should Meet One or More of the Following:

  • Served as the lead EHS professional for a manufacturing facility for at least three years

  • Recognized subject matter expert in an EHS discipline such as machine safeguarding, fall protection, process safety, or similar areas

  • Hold a professional EHS certification including:

    • CSP

    • CIH

    • OHST

    • SMS

    • CHMM

    • CEM

    • Or equivalent credentials

Preferred Experience

  • Title V environmental compliance

  • Stormwater management programs

  • Waste management and environmental permitting

  • Corporate audit preparation and regulatory inspections

  • Manufacturing environments with significant safety and compliance requirements

  • Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement programs

Physical Requirements

This position requires regular presence within an active manufacturing environment and the ability to:

  • Walk extensively throughout the facility

  • Climb ladders and stairs

  • Enter confined spaces when required

  • Work in varying temperatures and production environments

  • Wear respiratory protection if necessary

  • Participate in emergency response activities as needed

  • Be available for occasional after-hours support and emergency response situations

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base Salary: $96,000 – $132,000

  • Comprehensive Benefits Package

  • Relocation Assistance Available for Exceptional Candidates

  • Interview Travel Reimbursed

  • Long-term career growth opportunities within a stable and growing manufacturing organization

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced EHS professional who wants to take ownership of a mature safety program, influence plant leadership, mentor others, and leave a lasting impact on a facility that genuinely values safety, environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement.

If you're looking for a role where your expertise will be visible, appreciated, and empowered to make a difference, we'd welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

 

Industrial Engineer III (Packaging) – Manufacturing, SAP, Lean, Material Flow | Eagle, WI

Industrial Engineer III – Packaging

📍 Location: Eagle, Wisconsin (Onsite)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree required (Engineering or Industrial Technology)
📈 Experience Level: Mid-Senior
🕒 Experience Required: 5–7+ years
🌎 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Not available
✈️ Travel: ~10% (occasional regional travel)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer III (Packaging) to lead the development and optimization of supplier packaging and material presentation strategies for manufacturing operations.

This role is critical in ensuring efficient material flow, cost optimization, and protection of components during transit, working closely with cross-functional teams across engineering, supply chain, logistics, and manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

Packaging Strategy & Optimization

  • Develop and implement supplier packaging standards and policies

  • Design packaging solutions to protect materials during transport and handling

  • Create packaging models supporting:

    • Plan for Every Part (PFEP)

    • Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

  • Establish monitoring systems to ensure supplier compliance

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs

  • Optimize material flow, layouts, and processes to improve operational performance

  • Implement lean principles and demand-driven strategies (flexibility, speed, responsiveness)

  • Identify and drive innovative solutions to improve business outcomes

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with engineering, quality, supply chain, logistics, and manufacturing teams

  • Work closely with shop floor personnel to improve processes and systems

  • Support new product introduction (NPI) by ensuring correct packaging specifications

Process Development & Documentation

  • Develop and validate:

    • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

    • Work Instructions

    • Test methods and capability studies

  • Provide training and guidance on packaging processes

  • Ensure proper material preservation standards for service requirements

Supplier & Material Flow Management

  • Travel to supplier locations to assess inbound material handling and packaging needs

  • Design processes for inter-facility material transfers (e.g., sheet metal components)

  • Ensure materials arrive production-ready (paint, storage, assembly, etc.)

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology

  • 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering environments

  • Experience with process improvement and material flow optimization

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with ERP systems (SAP / SAP Business Objects)

  • Proficiency in CAD tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ProE)

  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles

  • Experience in high-mix/low-volume and high-volume/low-mix environments

  • Background in project management (certification preferred)

  • Experience in training, coaching, or mentoring teams

  • Strong statistical analysis skills

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a hands-on industrial/packaging engineer who:

  • Has strong experience in material handling and supplier packaging design

  • Understands manufacturing environments and inter-facility logistics

  • Can develop practical, scalable packaging solutions (not consumer packaging)

  • Is comfortable working both strategically and on the shop floor

  • Has experience creating processes to protect industrial components in transit

  • Thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment

Physical Requirements

  • Regular standing, walking, and use of hands

  • Occasional lifting (25–50 lbs)

  • Periods of computer-based work

  • Occasional bending, reaching, and shop floor activity

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package

  • Health, dental, and vision coverage

  • Retirement plans

  • Paid time off

  • Additional employee benefits

Screening Questions

  • Can you describe your experience with material planning, packaging, and delivery workflows?

  • Have you created work instructions or SOPs for packaging or manufacturing processes?

  • What experience do you have with ERP systems (e.g., SAP)?

  • How have you collaborated with production teams to improve processes?

  • What is driving your interest in a new opportunity?

 

Plant Superintendent | Winchester, KY | $120K–$135K + 25% Bonus | Manufacturing Leadership

⚙️ Plant Superintendent

📍 Winchester, KY | 100% Onsite
💼 Mid-Level Leadership | Full-Time
📅 Active Search | 1 Opening

💲 Salary Range: $119,760 – $134,730 + Quarterly Bonus (up to 25%)
🚚 Relocation: Full package available
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not supported

🌟 The Opportunity

Are you a hands-on manufacturing leader who thrives on driving performance, developing teams, and optimizing production excellence?

We’re seeking an experienced Plant Superintendent to lead operations at a 24/7 manufacturing facility producing high-quality plastic products. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, this role offers the chance to shape safety culture, elevate operational efficiency, and deliver outstanding results across production, quality, and workforce engagement.

If you’re passionate about leading people, improving processes, and creating a best-in-class plant culture — this is the opportunity to make your mark.

🔧 What You’ll Do

🏭 Operational Leadership

  • Lead daily production activities across a high-performance plastics manufacturing environment.

  • Drive excellence in safety, quality, on-time delivery, cost, and productivity.

  • Implement lean manufacturing practices including 5S, Six Sigma, and Kaizen.

  • Partner with the Plant Manager to develop strategies that meet business goals and customer commitments.

👥 Team Development & Engagement

  • Inspire, coach, and develop a diverse team of supervisors and operators.

  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

  • Lead training and team-building initiatives to enhance skills and performance.

  • Support employee relations in collaboration with HR to build a positive, inclusive workplace.

📊 Process Optimization

  • Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

  • Collaborate cross-functionally to improve equipment reliability and production flow.

  • Manage plant metrics and report results to leadership, using data-driven insights to drive decisions.

  • Support capital projects and process upgrades to advance plant capabilities.

💰 Financial & Strategic Performance

  • Assist with budget development and ensure operations meet productivity and cost targets.

  • Maintain compliance with OSHA, EPA, and all regulatory standards.

  • Develop workflow policies that balance safety, efficiency, and quality.

✅ What You’ll Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher (Engineering or Plastics preferred).

  • 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, ideally in plastics, injection molding, or extrusion.

  • Proven success in leadership roles within a production environment.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for reporting, analysis, and presentations.

  • Strong communication and public speaking skills — comfortable leading teams and training sessions.

  • Integrity, adaptability, and a commitment to operational excellence.

💪 What Success Looks Like

✔ You create a culture where safety, quality, and productivity go hand-in-hand.
✔ Your teams are engaged, motivated, and proud of their work.
✔ You deliver measurable results in plant performance and cost optimization.
✔ You act as a trusted partner to senior leadership — driving continuous improvement at every level.

🌱 Why Join

This is your opportunity to take ownership of a key leadership role in a stable, growing organization that values teamwork, integrity, and operational excellence. You’ll have the autonomy to make impactful decisions, the resources to innovate, and the support to succeed.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • Life Insurance & Retirement Plans

  • Paid Time Off & Holidays

  • Performance-Based Bonus (Quarterly Payouts)

  • Relocation Support for Qualified Candidates

  • Career Growth in a Global Manufacturing Environment

🧭 Interview Process

1️⃣ Initial Interview with Recruiter
2️⃣ Hiring Manager Review & Next Steps

 

Plant Senior Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Specialist - Ruston, LA - $90,000 - $120,000

Plant Senior Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Specialist 

Ruston, LA
$90,000 - $120,000

 

We are seeking a high-energy, self-motivated individual to drive continuous improvement and excellence in safety and environmental performance. The ideal candidate will focus on enhancing plant EHS initiatives, implementing safety policies, and advancing EHS programs to the next level. This position reports to the Plant Manager and collaborates closely with the Divisional Safety Manager and Regional Environmental Manager for guidance.

 

Key Responsibilities: 

 

-          Support and promote safe practices aligned with company policies and compliance requirements. 

-          Serve as a regulatory compliance resource for OSHA and EPA standards. 

-          Lead or participate in investigations of incidents, property damage, near-misses, and environmental deviations, conducting root cause analyses and driving corrective actions. 

-          Perform risk and hazard assessments to identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies. 

-          Drive continuous improvement in safety monitoring and recordkeeping systems to ensure compliance with company policies and federal regulations. 

-          Evaluate and recommend proactive safety strategies for projects impacting the facility or employees. 

-          Develop action plans for safety initiatives, coordinate the Safety Committee, and provide updates to the Plant Manager. 

-          Facilitate safety, health, and environmental training for plant personnel. 

-          Maintain and track documentation for compliance with safety and environmental policies (e.g., Work Notifications, Inspection Records, OSHA 300). 

-          Support Lean, Kaizen, 5S, and other facility improvement initiatives. 

-          Ensure proper management and disposal of solid, universal, and hazardous wastes, working to reduce, reuse, and recycle materials. 

-          Assist in air quality permitting and abatement strategies as needed. 

-          Oversee compliance with safety, health, and environmental metrics, ensuring timely reporting. 

-          Provide support for workers' compensation cases. 

-          Serve as the training coordinator for EHS-related programs through SafetySkills and other platforms. 

 

Qualifications: 

 

-          Bachelor’s degree in Safety and Health, Environmental Science, or a related field. 

-          Prior safety training such as OSHA 30 Hour or equivalent certifications. 

-          Seven or more years of experience in a safety and/or environmental role within an industrial setting. 

-          Proven leadership in EHS roles, such as: 

-          Serving as the EHS leader at a site for three or more years. 

-          Being recognized as a subject matter expert in a specific EHS discipline (e.g., Fall Protection, Process Safety). 

-          Holding professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, OHST, SMS, CEM, CHMM, etc. 

-          Strong knowledge of federal safety and environmental regulations (OSHA, EPA). 

-          Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other analytical/reporting software tools. 

-          Demonstrated skills in root cause analysis, leadership, communication, and training. 

-          Ability to work in a plant environment, including climbing stairs and ladders, confined spaces, and exposure to hot/cold conditions. 

-          Willingness to be on call as needed and travel up to 5%. 

 

This role offers the opportunity to work both independently and collaboratively to achieve a "zero harm workplace" while driving EHS goals to the next level.

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Lean Specialist – Continuous Improvement – Youngsville, NC - $68,000 - $75,000

Lean Specialist – Continuous Improvement – Youngsville, NC -
$68,000 - $75,000

 

We are seeking a Lean Specialist to plan and implement facility modifications and improve operational methods through continuous improvement techniques. This role involves leading and supporting cross-functional projects, leveraging Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance efficiency and build new capabilities. As a change agent, the Lean Specialist will collaborate with organizational leaders to drive improvements and remove barriers to process optimization. 

 

 Key Responsibilities 

- Collaborate with the Lean Leader and/or independently lead cross-functional projects aimed at analyzing and improving workflows and operational efficiency. 

- Conduct studies on cost reduction, inventory control, and production systems. 

- Identify improvement opportunities and implement solutions to streamline processes and enhance quality. 

- Mobilize and support problem-solving teams to drive process improvements. 

- Co-facilitate Kaizen events to develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives across operations and office areas. 

- Share best practices with other Lean Specialists and contribute to coordinated improvement plans. 

 

 Qualifications 

 

- Required: 

  - Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. 

  - 1–3 years of experience in Lean and continuous improvement initiatives. 

 

- Preferred: 

  - Certification as a Six Sigma Green Belt. 

  - Over 3 years of experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or related methodologies. 

 

 Skills and Attributes 

- Proficient in Lean and Six Sigma techniques, including DMAIC. 

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

- Effective communication and facilitation skills to lead and support cross-functional teams. 

- Ability to identify inefficiencies and implement practical solutions. 

- Experience with Kaizen events and other continuous improvement processes is highly desirable. 

 

This role offers the opportunity to be a driving force in optimizing operations and enabling sustainable improvements across the organization. If you are passionate about Lean methodologies and enjoy collaborating to achieve impactful results, we encourage you to apply. 

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