Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

The EHS Supervisor is responsible for coordinating and maintaining the Environmental, Health & Safety management system at the Ironton, OH site to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, corporate policies, and Vertiv standards, while providing first‑shift leadership and oversight for the facility’s EHS Technicians on second and third shifts.

• EHS Management System Implementation
  • Develop, maintain, and improve the site EHS management system in accordance with Vertiv and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure alignment with global EHS standards and ISO frameworks.
• Compliance & Auditing
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and local regulations through inspections, recordkeeping, and timely corrective actions.
  • Lead or support internal/external audits with zero major findings.
• Supervision & Leadership
  • Provide direction, guidance, and daily oversight to EHS Technicians on 2nd and 3rd shifts.
  • Coordinate priorities and ensure consistent communication and reporting across all shifts.
• Incident Investigation & Reporting
  • Lead root cause investigations and track corrective actions to closure.
  • Develop preventive measures and share lessons learned.
• Training & Employee Engagement
  • Deliver and coordinate employee and contractor EHS training programs.
  • Promote active participation in safety initiatives and recognition programs.
• Environmental Management
  • Manage site environmental programs including waste, emissions, stormwater, and chemical management.
  • Ensure documentation, reporting, and sustainability goals are met.
• Emergency Preparedness & Fire Protection
  • Maintain emergency response plans, oversee fire protection systems, and lead drills to ensure preparedness and compliance.
• Decision‑Making Responsibilities
  • Provide operational EHS leadership and make decisions related to daily safety and environmental management within site boundaries.
  • Approve risk assessments, work permits, and corrective actions.
  • Recommend and implement improvements to prevent recurrence of incidents or non‑compliance.
  • Escalate high‑risk or regulatory matters to the EHS Manager and corporate leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental, Health & Safety, Engineering, or a related field and 2 years of experience in EHS or a related discipline, or 5+ years of experience in EHS or a related discipline, with strong understanding of applicable legislation and OSHA standards.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Fluent in English (verbal and written).
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills with ability to coach and influence.
• Experience in EHS program implementation, audits, and team supervision.
• Strong analytical and decision‑making ability; able to work independently and cross‑functionally.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Physical & Environmental Requirements:
  Ability to work in a manufacturing and production environment (standing, walking, climbing, moderate lifting). Logical thinking, organization, and problem‑solving ability. Team‑oriented with a positive attitude, resilience, and goal focus. Comfortable engaging with all levels of employees and contractors.

• 10% occasional travel between the Ironton site, main location, or for corporate meetings and training.

Safety, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, Diversity & Inclusion.

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High‑Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer‑First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.

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Only candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States will be considered. This position does not sponsor work visas.