Environmental Health Safety Specialist

About PwrQ:
PwrQ is a high-growth manufacturing company comprised of three recently merged companies. We engineer, manufacture, and supply electrification products for critical infrastructure. We excel at delivering rapid, customizable, and high-performing solutions built to last. Our mission is to earn and preserve the trust of all who engage with us in the pursuit of electrifying the world's infrastructure.

Position Title:
EHS Specialist

Department:
Environmental, Health & Safety

Reports To:
EHS Director

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Shift:
12-Hour Days (Shift Schedule to be Determined)

Position Summary:
The EHS Specialist supports the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety programs at a large-scale switchgear manufacturing facility. This position is responsible for promoting a safe work environment, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations, and providing on-the-floor support to production, fabrication, assembly, testing, and warehouse operations. The role may be entry-level with appropriate training provided or suited for candidates with prior EHS experience in manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine EHS inspections across all site operations, including fabrication, machining, powder coating, assembly, electrical testing, and warehouse areas.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, EPA, and company-specific EHS requirements.
• Assist in machine safeguarding inspections and corrective action tracking for fabrication and assembly equipment.
• Support the powder coating operation by monitoring ventilation, PPE usage, and safe handling of coating materials.
• Provide EHS oversight during live electrical testing, including ensuring proper use of barriers, signage, and NFPA 70E safe work practices for low voltage applications.
• Participate in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive action tracking.
• Conduct forklift safety observations and verify compliance in warehouse and material handling areas.
• Assist in maintaining EHS documentation, training records, inspection logs, and permits.
• Deliver or coordinate safety training for employees and contractors as assigned.
• Implement and support the Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program, including training, auditing, and compliance monitoring.
• Assist in the implementation and auditing of fall protection programs, including hands-on training and equipment inspections.
• Support emergency response coordination, including drills, response team readiness, and communication with external emergency services.
• Provide conservative care treatment for minor workplace injuries in alignment with company protocols (if trained and authorized).
• Respond to workplace emergencies, administer first aid/CPR/AED if certified, and coordinate with emergency services as needed.
• Support environmental compliance activities, including waste management, spill prevention, and recycling programs.
• Participates in and leads special projects and initiatives related to Environmental, Health, and Safety activities, including program development, process improvements, and compliance initiatives, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work 12-hour day shifts and adapt to rotating or fixed schedules.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office or equivalent).
• Willingness to work in a manufacturing environment, including fabrication areas, paint booths, assembly lines, and test bays.
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR/AED certification within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certification, or coursework in occupational safety, environmental science, or related field.
• Prior experience in EHS within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of machine safeguarding requirements and hazard control methods.
• Familiarity with powder coating processes and associated safety precautions.
• Experience working with forklift operations and warehouse safety standards.
• NFPA 70E low voltage safety training or equivalent experience.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 General Industry certification.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to work in environments with varying temperatures, noise levels, and airborne particulates (with appropriate PPE provided).

Work Environment

• This position is based in a high-volume switchgear manufacturing facility with fabrication, coating, assembly, and electrical test areas.
• May require use of PPE including safety glasses, steel-toe shoes, gloves, hearing protection, and respiratory protection.