Environmental Health & Safety Specialist | Byron Center, MI

Salary Range: $61,000 - $93,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in environmental health & safety specialist? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Byron Center seeking experienced Environmental Health & Safety Specialists.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Byron Center region seeking Environmental Health & Safety Specialists. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement EHS policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Conduct regular EHS inspections and audits to identify hazards and assess risks.
• Lead incident investigations, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Provide EHS training to employees on various topics, including lockout/tagout and confined space entry.
• Manage hazardous waste programs, ensuring proper storage, labeling, and disposal.
• Maintain accurate EHS records and prepare reports for management and regulatory agencies.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to integrate EHS considerations into new projects and processes.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or a related science/engineering field.
• 3-5 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant federal, state, and local EHS regulations.
• Demonstrated experience conducting EHS audits, inspections, and incident investigations.
• Ability to develop and deliver EHS training programs.
• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, or CHMM are a plus.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 management systems
• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, or CHMM
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles and their application to EHS
• Ability to speak Spanish or other relevant languages for the workforce

Job Titles That Should Apply

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist, EHS Specialist, Health and Safety Officer, Safety Coordinator, Environmental Specialist, Occupational Health and Safety Specialist, EHS Coordinator, Safety Advisor, Environmental Compliance Specialist, HSE Specialist

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.