Job Information
Actalent EHS Specialist in Cleveland, Ohio
Job Title: Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist
Job Description
This position will provide specialized support to the Environmental, Health, and Safety Department. You will work closely with the EHS team and site operations to maintain waste management programs, including hazardous, regulated medical, pharmaceutical, and other specialized wastes.
Responsibilities
Plan and execute Safety Preventative Maintenance and Inspections.
Manage the regulated and specialized waste program at the site.
Collaborate with warehouse personnel on tracking and removing specialized rejected products and materials.
Oversee and maintain the Regulatory compliance matrix.
Coordinate sampling of the wastewater.
Perform safety inspections of PPE.
Assemble, train, and maintain the site emergency response team.
Track various EHS metrics.
Coordinate and monitor external contractors involved with the removal of regulated and specialized waste streams.
Draft reports for review and prepare for final submission to the local authority.
Update the SDS database system when new material safety data sheets are received.
Maintain an up-to-date chemical inventory of all approved chemicals on site and audit it annually.
Conduct annual required training and regulatory drills.
Liaise with occupational health on injuries and medical emergencies.
Essential Skills
Experience in waste management, hazardous waste, risk assessment, RCRA, industrial hygiene, and chemical safety.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental, Health, Safety).
2+ years of experience in an Environmental, Health & Safety role.
Experience in Hazardous / Regulated Waste Management.
Ability to obtain RCRA certification and DOT certification within 60 days of employment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Previous experience in a GMP environment.
Experience with EHS management systems (Enablon, Intelex, VelocityEHS, etc.).
Previous pharmaceutical industry experience is a plus.
Work Environment
This role is based in a very large GMP-regulated manufacturing facility undergoing expansion. The facility is currently undergoing construction and the addition of new manufacturing lines. You will spend approximately 60% of your time on the floor and 40% at a desk. The facility is in the process of adding new aims to become fully operational. The role offers an exciting opportunity for growth, with room to advance into a managerial position
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $34.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.