Environmental Health & Safety Specialist I

Job Title: Environmental Health & Safety Specialist I
Job Location: San Diego, CA- Onsite
Job Duration: 5-6 Months (possibility of extension)
Payrate: $33.70/hr on w2

Job Summary:

• The EHS Specialist II supports daily environmental, health, and safety (EHS) operations at the San Diego site.
• This role assists with program implementation, ensures compliance with applicable regulations, conducts inspections and training, and supports key risk-reduction initiatives.
• This individual collaborates cross-functionally to help maintain a safe and compliant workplace.
• Regular, punctual attendance is an essential job function.
• Ability to read and write and converse in English.
• Willing and able to uphold Client Values.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine EHS inspections and audits and follow through on identified remedial actions.
• Support incident investigations and track corrective actions.
• Assist with maintaining relevant EHS documentation including training records, inspections records, etc.
• Coordinate hazardous waste pickups and documentation.
• Provide EHS training to new and existing employees.
• Support risk assessments and ergonomic evaluations.
• Assist in maintaining EHS management systems.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and Cal/OSHA regulations.
• Collaborate with other functions to address EHS concerns.
• Support emergency response and evacuation drills.
• Support and participate in EHS campaigns and activities.
• Serve as the EHS business partner to assigned functional unit(s); supporting EHS programs including but not limited to EHS change management, etc.
• Other duties as required to support the needs of the business.

This position has the following educational requirements:

Required:

• Bachelor of Science in Environmental, Health, and Safety or any other related field.

Preferred:

• Certifications such as HAZWOPER, OSHA 30, etc., is a plus or ability to obtain them within 3 years of hire.

Experience and Knowledge:

• A minimum of 1-3 years of EHS experience in regulated environments (medical device, pharma, or biotech preferred).
• Demonstrated experience in leading EHS programs.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and EHS systems preferred.

Basic or Simple Knowledge:

• Hazard identification.
• PPE Use.
• Basic EHS metrics.

Proficient/Working:

• Microsoft Office.
• EHS management software or applications (Intelex, iAuditor, Smartsheet, etc.).
• Computer skills.
• Incident investigation.
• Risk assessment.

Advanced or Specialized:

• Strong communication skills.
• Root cause analysis.
• Regulatory interpretation.
• Analytical skills.
• Problem solving skills.