EHS Specialist

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com .   Location: Mason   Employment Status: Salary Full-Time   Function: Environmental, Health & Safety   Pay Range: $74,538.00- $93,172.00 Target Bonus: % Req ID:  30107     ​ ​ Position Summary

The EHS Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining a comprehensive environmental, health, and safety (EHS) program within our manufacturing facility. This role ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations while driving a proactive safety culture that prioritizes hazard prevention, behavioral safety, and continuous improvement. The EHS Specialist partners closely with operations leaders, supervisors, and employees at all levels to maintain a safe, healthy, and compliant workplace. Key Responsibilities

Safety Program Leadership

Develop, implement, and manage facility-wide safety programs, policies, and procedures. Lead the transition from compliance-based safety to a culture of proactive safety ownership. Serve as the facility’s subject matter expert for OSHA, EPA, NFPA, DOT and other regulatory frameworks. Drive continuous improvement through audits, corrective actions, and risk assessments. Perform incident investigations with root cause analysis for any recordable incidents.

Hazard Identification & Risk Reduction

Conduct regular workplace inspections, job hazard analyses (JHAs), and risk assessments. Lead incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and development of corrective actions. Track and analyze safety metrics (TRIR, DART, near misses) to identify trends and implement preventive measures. Assists with Safety Data Sheet (SDS) authoring Coordinate industrial Hygiene testing, as required based on chemical usage.

Training & Engagement

Develop and deliver safety training programs including onboarding, annual requirements, and task-specific training. Facilitate safety committees, toolbox talks, and employee engagement initiatives. Champion safety awareness campaigns and behavioral safety programs. Lead the site level safety team.

Key Responsibilities, Continued

Regulatory Compliance

Maintain full compliance with OSHA standards, environmental regulations, hazardous materials requirements, and permit obligations. Prepare regulatory reporting & documentation (e.g. REACH, RoHS, SARA, OSHA 300 etc...) Manage workers’ compensation reporting, return-to-work programs, and case management. Maintain all safety documentation, records, and required regulatory filings

Emergency Preparedness

Lead emergency response planning, including evacuations, chemical spill response, fire safety, and crisis management. Conduct drills and ensure equipment (e.g., extinguishers, AEDs, alarms) remains in compliance.

Collaboration & Leadership

Partner with operations, maintenance, quality, and HR to embed safety into daily activities. Serve as a role model for safe personal practices Influence at all levels of the organization to build accountability and reinforce safety behaviors. Support capital