EHS Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

The Role

You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and best practices within the organization. This role involves conducting inspections, training employees, implementing safety programs, and maintaining compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Environmental Compliance :

Ensure compliance with environmental regulations (EPA, state, and local agencies)

Monitor and manage waste disposal, hazardous materials, and spill prevention programs

Conduct environmental audits and assessments

Implement sustainability initiatives to reduce environmental impact

Health & Safety Compliance :

Conduct workplace safety inspections and risk assessments

Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; recommend corrective actions

Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and industry best practices

Maintain and update safety policies, procedures, and documentation

Develop and oversee emergency response plans

Training & Employee Engagement :

Conduct EHS training sessions on topics such as hazard communication, PPE usage, fire safety, and ergonomics

Promote a strong safety culture through engagement and communication

Lead safety meetings and provide guidance to employees and management

Incident Reporting & Documentation :

Maintain records of inspections, audits, and incident investigations

Ensure proper reporting and follow-up of workplace injuries and illnesses

Work with HR and management to implement corrective actions

Regulatory Compliance & Reporting :

Keep up to date with changes in EHS regulations and ensure company compliance

Prepare and submit required reports to regulatory agencies

Liaise with external auditors and inspectors

Qualifications

2 years of experience in an EHS role within manufacturing, construction, or a related industry

Experience conducting audits, inspections, and training programs

Nice to Have

OSHA 30-Hour or OSHA 510 Certification

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Associate Safety Professional (ASP)

HAZWOPER Certification

Compensation and Benefits :

Base salary range for this role is $60,000 – $85,000 equity in the company

Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to : knowledge and skills, education, and experience level

Comprehensive benefits package including unlimited paid time off, medical / dental / vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks

If you don’t meet 100% of the preferred skills and experience, we encourage you to still apply! Building a spacecraft unlike any other requires a team unlike any other and non-traditional career twists and turns are encouraged! If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.

Export Compliance

As defined in the ITAR, “U.S. Persons” include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees / asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a “U.S. Person.”

The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license.

Equal Opportunity

K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin / ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Salary : $85,000