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Posted 01 August, 2026

EHS Specialist

W3Global Inc.
Madison, IN, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

This role helps to maintain a safe and compliant workplace while driving continuous improvements in environmental sustainability and employee health and safety. The EHS Specialist is responsible for ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations, standards, and company policies. This role involves implementing, maintaining, and improving the company's EHS programs, conducting safety training, performing audits, investigating incidents, and promoting a culture of safety across the organization. The EHS Specialist will also oversee environmental waste management, ensure proper handling of hazardous materials, and support sustainable practices within the facility.

Responsibilities

  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other relevant federal, state, and local regulations related to environmental health and safety (e.g., OSHA 1910, 1926 standards, RCRA, SPCC).

  • Safety Audits and Inspections: Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and walk-throughs of the facility. Identify hazards, recommend corrective actions, and ensure follow-up on the completion of action items.

  • Incident Investigations: Investigate workplace accidents, near-misses, and unsafe working conditions. Identify root causes and provide recommendations for corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

  • Safety Training & Awareness: Develop, implement, and facilitate safety training programs, such as Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), hazard communication, personal protective equipment (PPE), and fall protection.

  • Environmental Management: Assist in the management of hazardous waste disposal, including overseeing the collection, storage, and transportation of hazardous materials. Assist in compliance with the facility's environmental permits, such as SPCC plans, and manage the proper disposal of chemicals and materials to minimize environmental impact.

  • Emergency Response Planning: Assist in developing, maintaining, and training employees on the company's emergency response and contingency plans (e.g., RCRA contingency plan).

  • Continuous Improvement: Lead continuous improvement efforts related to safety processes, including the evaluation of equipment, procedures, and employee behavior.

  • Record Keeping & Reporting: Assist in maintaining documentation on safety incidents, inspections, training, hazardous waste management, and environmental compliance. Prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders as needed.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

  • Associate's degree in business, or Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Safety Engineering, or a related field

  • In lieu of formal education, relevant work experience in an EHS role can be considered

  • 3-5 years of experience in a safety, health, or environmental role, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial setting

  • Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other safety regulations

  • Familiarity with environmental management systems and waste disposal procedures

Required Skills/Abilities

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience in developing and delivering safety training programs

  • Analytical and problem-solving skills to identify hazards, investigate incidents, and recommend improvements

  • Ability to collaborate with all levels of the organization to drive a culture of safety

  • Ability to stand or walk for long periods, climb ladders, and navigate confined spaces

  • Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds may be required

Company Description
W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.