Summary
The Senior EHS Specialist leads and advances the company's Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs across all facilities. This role is responsible for ensuring full regulatory compliance, strengthening a proactive safety culture, and driving continuous improvement in safety and environmental performance.
This position owns and enhances the company's Safety Management System (SMS), leads incident investigations, partners cross-functionally with Operations, Facilities, and Leadership, and serves as a subject matter expert on EHS programs. The Senior EHS Specialist plays a critical role in developing strategy, influencing behavior, and implementing scalable processes that reduce risk and support business growth.
Core Responsibilities
- Lead and continuously improve the company's Safety Management System (SMS), including program development, documentation, and implementation
- Conduct comprehensive safety audits, risk assessments, and facility inspections; identify trends and implement corrective and preventive actions
- Lead investigations into workplace incidents, near misses, and injuries; perform root cause analysis and drive closure of corrective actions
- Own OSHA recordkeeping (300, 300A, 301) and ensure accuracy and compliance with all regulatory reporting requirements
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including hazardous waste management and reporting
- Oversee hazardous materials programs, including proper labeling, storage, handling, and disposal
- Design, develop, and deliver EHS training programs, including new hire orientation, regulatory training, and leadership-level safety initiatives
- Lead emergency preparedness and response programs, including drills, risk planning, and business continuity coordination
- Partner with Facilities and Operations to proactively address safety risks related to equipment, infrastructure, and processes
- Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external EHS audits, inspections, and regulatory agencies
- Analyze safety metrics and KPIs; present insights and recommendations to leadership to drive performance improvements
- Manage Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and maintain the chemical inventory system
- Oversee environmental permits and ensure timely and accurate reporting
- Drive employee engagement initiatives to strengthen safety culture and accountability across the organization
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior EHS staff or site coordinators as applicable
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, or related field
- 6+ years of progressive experience in EHS, safety, or environmental compliance roles
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental compliance requirements
- Proven experience leading incident investigations and implementing corrective action programs
- Experience managing or leading EHS programs across multiple functions or sites preferred
- Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive organizational change
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and EHS management systems
- Professional certifications such as CSP, ASP, or CHMM preferred
Benefits
The starting pay range for this position is $84,000 - $101,000 per year however, the base pay offered may vary depending on the level of the position, skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and location.
In addition to a comprehensive package of health benefits that include company contributions, RAVE Aerospace offers a variety of additional benefits and perks to enhance your work-life balance experience including but not limited to:
- Discretionary bonus program
- Future financial security with a 401(k) program with a company match
- Paid time off covering vacations, personal time off, and sick days, capped off by an exciting year-end holiday shutdown
