Amp; Safety Specialist, Shreveport

Drive Safety Excellence as a Senior EHS Champion!

Senior EHS Specialist
Ruston, LA 71270

Overview of the Role

Join a leading industrial manufacturer as their Plant Senior EHS Specialist where you'll champion workplace safety initiatives, drive environmental compliance, and help create a zero-harm workplace. This influential position gives you the opportunity to implement innovative safety solutions while collaborating with both plant operations and corporate safety teams to elevate the entire EHS program.

Key Responsibilities

Lead facility safety and environmental compliance initiatives aligned with company policies and regulatory requirements

Conduct incident investigations and root cause analyses to develop effective preventative actions

Perform risk assessments and hazard inspections to mitigate workplace dangers

Manage safety monitoring and recordkeeping systems to ensure regulatory compliance

Coordinate the plant Safety Committee and develop action plans for safety activities

Facilitate comprehensive safety, health, and environmental training programs

Support plant initiatives for Lean, Kaizen, Cost Reduction, and other facility improvements

Ensure proper management of industrial process wastewaters and waste disposal

Serve as the site's EHS training coordinator and regulatory compliance resource

Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Safety and Health, Environmental Science or equivalent degree

7+ years of experience in safety/environmental roles within industrial settings

Prior Safety-specific training (OSHA 30 Hour, Certificate in Occupational Safety & Health)

Working knowledge of federal safety and environmental regulations (OSHA, EPA)

Professional certifications in Safety, Environmental or Occupational Health preferred

Experience as an EHS Leader or recognized Subject Matter Expert

Strong communication, training, and organizational abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis software applications

Root cause analysis skills and problem-solving capabilities

Ability to work in industrial environments with various physical requirements

About the Client

Our client is a global manufacturer of premium building products and engineered materials with a strong commitment to sustainability and workplace safety. With operations spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, they've built a reputation for high-quality industrial insulation products and innovative solutions. The company culture emphasizes teamwork, continuous improvement, and employee investment in safety initiatives. This Ruston facility specializes in high-temperature industrial insulation using steam-activated chemistry processes.