Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Job Description

We are looking for an Environmental Health & Safety professional to lead EHS initiatives at our Houston, TX facility and support our Stephenville, TX site. The role reports to the Houston Plant Manager and ensures compliance with all applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Travel to Stephenville (up to 30%) is required.

• Implement, execute, and ensure compliance with Emerson’s Health, Safety, and Environmental policies across both sites.
• Submit all required company and regulatory reporting accurately and on time.
• Partner with and develop site personnel to support effective EHS program implementation.
• Lead or assist in the management of workers’ compensation cases.
• Interface with regulatory bodies (OSHA, EPA, state, and local regulators) for both facilities.
• Lead management personnel in investigating incidents and unsafe conditions; identify solutions, determine root causes, and track corrective actions to completion.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement plans to enhance Corporate EHS audit performance.
• Conduct regular safety observations and inspections to ensure regulatory and company standard compliance.
• Represent management in EHS meetings and facilitate collaboration between Houston and Stephenville teams.
• Facilitate and deliver EHS training for employees, supervisors, and new hires.
• Oversee industrial hygiene compliance and environmental program management with support from environmental consultants as needed.
• Stay current on changes to environmental and safety laws or regulations that may impact either site.
• Support the Quality Management System as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or related field, or a minimum of 3+ years of experience in an EHS role within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage EHS programs independently across multiple sites.
• Experience preparing for and succeeding in internal or external EHS audits.
• Ability to travel domestically up to 30% between Houston and Stephenville.

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety.
• Experience managing recordable injuries in environments without an onsite nurse or doctor.
• Experience managing workers’ compensation cases.
• Exposure to Industrial Hygiene Programs with emphasis on silica standards and ergonomics.
• Behavioral-based safety background.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

A background check and drug screening are required for employment.

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not sponsor work visas.

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.