Environmental, Health And Safety Specialist

• Job Title: Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist• Location: Mahwah, NJ• Type: Contract• Compensation: $60.00 - $75.00 per hour• Hours: 40 hours per week

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and EHS leadership to the Mahwah site, acting as a subject matter expert (SME) and key contributor to the EHS strategy.
• Maintain the EHS management system in compliance with internal and regulatory requirements, ensuring procedures and documents are current.
• Prepare and deliver training sessions, including inductions and job-specific EHS topics.
• Conduct regular EHS inspections and audits to monitor system effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare EHS reports and metrics for internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead the Emergency Response program, ensuring procedures, resources, and training are in place for all emergency scenarios.
• Ensure a robust incident investigation process, monitor incident trends, and lead investigations as needed.
• Assess the EHS impact of proposed changes to plant, process, or equipment, and implement actions to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
• Implement effective risk assessment and risk reduction programs for the site.
• Monitor legislation to ensure ongoing site compliance with current and future EHS requirements.
• Maintain waste management and environmental monitoring programs in line with DEP and EPA regulations.
• Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste activities, ensuring proper documentation.
• Lead EHS projects on the Mahwah campus and support cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with site leadership to align on EHS priorities and action plans.
• Promote a culture of accountability and collaboration regarding safety and environmental performance.
• Conduct regular site tours to address safety risks and reinforce safety protocols.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in EHS Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of EH&S experience in manufacturing, focusing on Risk Assessment, OSHA Compliance, and Emergency Response.
• Familiarity with ISO 45001 standards and implementation.
• Proven stakeholder management skills and ability to influence at all levels.
• Preferred Certifications: First Aid, CPR, Hazardous Materials Technician, Incident Command, medical clearance to wear a respirator.
• Knowledge of Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment, Root Cause Analysis, and Process Safety Management.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills.
• Technical decision-making expertise.
• No supervisory responsibilities but may deputize for the leader in their absence.
• Ability to build collaborative networks internally and externally, demonstrating agility and flexibility.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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