Do you have a passion for safety problemsolving and making continuous improvements We have an amazing entry level opportunity as a Senior Operations Specialist EHS to build your career and experience in Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) operations support regulatory compliance and continuous improvement. This is a chance to get handson exposure in a fastpaced manufacturing environment.
This role is critical to ensuring our Utica NY manufacturing operationsremainsafe healthy and efficient.Youlloversee regulatory compliance and reportingand drive initiatives that reduce risk and improve processes.
This position offers the opportunity to influence site-wide practices and make a measurable impact on employee well-being and operational excellence.Youllbe a key resource forsite operations including incident response/investigation audits/inspections and emergency preparedness helpingmaintaina culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership:Coordinate EHS-related projects including process improvements risk assessments and corrective actions.
Regulatory Compliance:Prepare and submit EHS reports (OSHA EPA RCRA SPCC) accurately and on time.
Continuous Improvement:Identifyopportunities to enhance EHS programs and implement best practices across the site.
Documentation & Audits:Maintaincompliance records and support internal and external auditsensuring readiness at all times.
Emergency Preparedness:Develop andmaintainemergency response plans conduct drills and ensure safety programs are up to dateand effective.
EmployeeEngagement:Collaborate with employeesand siteleadership to promote safety awareness and compliance.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree inBusiness Environmental Science Engineering or related field.
0- 2 years ofrelevantexperience in Environmental Science Business Operations Safety / EHS and/ or Engineering.
Preferred Qualifications
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Ability to interpret regulations and apply them effectively in a manufacturing environment.
A passion for safety leadership and driving positive change.
This position is not eligible for employer-visa sponsorship
Disclosure as required by applicable law the annual salary range for this position is $ 64074 - $99788. The actual compensation may vary based on geographic location work experience education and skill level. The salary range is CONMEDs good faith belief at the time of this posting.
This job posting is anticipated to close on February 22 2026. We may however extend this time period in which case the posting will remain available on . Please submit your application as soon as possible as we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis as we receive them.
Benefits:
CONMED offers a wide array of benefits to fit your unique needs. Visit our Benefits Page for more information.
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