Environmental Health Safety Specialist

Sunflower Wellness is seeking a highly motivated and versatile Environmental Health Safety Specialist to support environmental, health, safety, and operational compliance activities at our chemical manufacturing facility. This role is ideal for candidates with a diverse technical background in hazardous material handling, chemical plant operations, warehouse logistics, and facilities coordination. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, safety-focused, and eager to grow within a leadership-driven EHS culture.

• Handle, label, and store hazardous materials and waste in accordance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and RCRA regulations.
• Prepare and assist with hazardous waste pickups, e-manifests, and drum/container inspections.
• Ensure proper PPE usage, spill response readiness, and chemical compatibility during handling.
• Assist in emergency response planning and execution.

• Receive, inspect, and store raw materials and finished products using forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Maintain warehouse organization and enforce segregation of incompatible materials.
• Manage shipping documentation, BOLs, inventory tracking systems, and staging of outbound waste or product.
• Coordinate with vendors and third-party transporters during deliveries and pickups.

• Assist in preventive maintenance schedules for safety systems (eyewash, showers, ventilation, extinguishers).
• Conduct facility walk-throughs and inspections for hazards, leaks, or unsafe conditions.
• Support contractors and vendors performing work on-site to ensure compliance with permits and safety protocols.
• Perform light maintenance or coordinate repairs of equipment, lighting, and building utilities.

• 2+ years of experience in chemical operations, hazardous material handling, industrial warehousing, or facility maintenance.
• HAZWOPER 40 Hour certification (preferred or required within 6 months).
• Forklift certification (or ability to be certified in-house).
• CDL with Hazmat endorsement preferred.
• Working knowledge of EPA, RCRA, DOT, and OSHA regulations.
• Comfortable working in PPE including respirators, Tyvek suits, and chemical gloves.
• Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills, including use of MS Excel, Word, and inventory software.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with EHS and Operations teams.