EHS & Learning Systems Specialist

Description Position Summary The EHS & Learning Systems Specialist is responsible for coordinating the organization’s Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) management systems and enterprise-wide training strategy. This role ensures compliance with ISO standards, drives a culture of safety through effective training and competency development, and partners with operations to maintain a safe and compliant work environment. This position focuses on systems, strategy, and capability-building , while collaborating closely with site-level EHS resources who lead day-to-day technical safety execution. Key Responsibilities 1. EHS Management Systems & Compliance

• Serve as the primary owner of the ISO 45001 and 14001 management system
• Maintain and continuously improve EHS policies, procedures, and documentation
• Lead internal and external audits; ensure audit readiness across all sites
• Monitor regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA, state/local) and ensure system alignment
• Track, analyze, and report EHS performance metrics (TRIR, LTIR, near misses, etc.)
• Partner with site EHS personnel to ensure consistent application of standards 2. Training & Competency Development
• Lead the design and execution of a company-wide training strategy
• Develop structured training programs for:
• Safety and compliance
• Job-specific skills and competencies
• Leadership and onboarding
• Ensure all training aligns with ISO 45001 competency and awareness requirements
• Implement and manage LMS platforms (e.g., Paylocity, Synthesia, or equivalent)
• Establish and maintain training matrices and competency frameworks
• Evaluate training effectiveness and drive continuous improvement 3. Incident & Risk Management (Oversight)
• Provide oversight and guidance on incident investigation processes
• Ensure root cause analysis and corrective actions are completed and tracked
• Partner with EHS Specialists to identify trends and systemic risks
• Support development of risk assessments (JHAs, hazard analyses, etc.) 4. Cross-Functional Leadership & Culture
• Partner with Operations, HR, and Leadership to promote a proactive safety culture
• Support leadership development related to safety accountability
• Drive employee engagement initiatives related to safety and continuous improvement
• Act as a key advisor to leadership on EHS and training-related matters 5. Systems, Data & Continuous Improvement
• Own EHS and training data systems, ensuring accuracy and usability
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools for leadership visibility
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives related to EHS and training Reporting Structure
• Reports to: HR Director / Executive Leadership
• Works closely with:
• EHS Specialists (site-level execution)
• Operations leadership
• HR and training stakeholders #SALIN1 Requirements Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, HR, Training & Development, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience in EHS, training, or a related function
• Experience with ISO 45001 or similar management systems strongly preferred
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred Skills & Competencies
• Strong understanding of EHS management systems (ISO-based preferred)
• Experience designing and implementing training programs and systems
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical execution
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Proficiency with LMS platforms and data/reporting tools