Location: Galena, KS
Schedule: On-site | Monday–Friday | 6:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Position Summary
The EHS Specialist plays a key role in supporting day-to-day environmental, health, and safety activities at the site, with a focus on incident management, employee training, and maintaining a safe, compliant work environment.
This is a hands-on role that partners closely with site leadership, employees, HR, and the broader EHS team to drive safety awareness, support compliance efforts, and ensure follow-through on key initiatives.
This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and looking to gain experience in EHS within a structured and supportive environment.
Compensation & Benefits
- Employee Ownership (ESOP): Company-funded retirement contribution of approximately 18% of pay, plus 401(k)
- Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus opportunity
- Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA, and Pet Insurance
- Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and parental leave
- Fitness and tuition reimbursement programs
- Relocation assistance available
Key Responsibilities
Incident Management & Follow-Through
- Support the incident reporting process, including documentation, investigation participation, and corrective action tracking
- Partner with site leaders and HR to identify root causes and support practical corrective actions
- Monitor corrective actions to completion and escalate risks or delays as needed
- Apply sound judgment when assessing risk and determining when to escalate
Training & Employee Engagement
- Deliver monthly EHS training sessions aligned to site and regulatory requirements
- Identify training gaps and support development of site-specific content
- Track and report training completion and effectiveness
- Provide coaching and support to employees in a positive, approachable manner
Compliance & Site Support
- Support regulatory compliance activities, including inspections, documentation, and follow-up
- Assist with audits, corrective actions, and site-level EHS initiatives
- Support small EHS projects in collaboration with the EHS team
- Participate in regular safety meetings with site leadership
Partnership & Communication
- Build strong working relationships with site leaders, HR, and employees
- Prepare for and participate in safety and EHS team meetings
- Communicate clearly, proactively, and professionally across stakeholders
Qualifications
Required:
- 2–5 years of experience in EHS, safety, or a related role within manufacturing, industrial, or similar environments
- Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and/or DOT requirements
- Experience supporting safety programs, incident tracking, training, or compliance activities
- Strong organizational skills and follow-through
- Ability to work independently while knowing when to escalate
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- High School Diploma
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or related field
- Professional certification (ASP, CSP, CHMM, CIH, or similar)
- Experience in a multi-site or team-based EHS environment
Work Environment & Culture
PBI-Gordon Companies offers a collaborative, employee-owned environment where accountability, partnership, and continuous improvement are valued. Team members are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop professionally, and grow their careers alongside the business.
Equal Opportunity Employer
PBI-Gordon Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
If you're motivated by creating safe workplaces through compliant EHS practices, positive employee engagement, and consistent follow-up, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to join an employee-owned organization that values accountability, partnership, and continuous improvement.
