Sr. EHS Specialist

Help Us Create a Safer Workplace

At Teledyne, safety is more than compliance, it's a core part of how we operate. We're looking for an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to help drive a strong safety culture while ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

In this role, you'll partner with employees, managers, contractors, and regulatory agencies to identify risks, strengthen safety programs, investigate incidents, and lead initiatives that protect our people, facilities, and operations.

If you're passionate about workplace safety, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you

What You'll Do

Lead Safety & Compliance Initiatives

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Monitor changes in regulations and industry best practices to maintain ongoing compliance.

Drive Risk Reduction

• Lead incident, injury, and near-miss investigations.
• Conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Perform facility risk assessments and identify opportunities to improve workplace safety.

Own Environmental Programs

• Manage hazardous waste and environmental compliance activities.
• Review new chemicals, materials, and process changes through environmental impact review procedures.
• Maintain required permits, reports, records, and regulatory documentation.

Lead Emergency Preparedness

• Coordinate the Emergency Response Team (ERT).
• Facilitate Safety Committee activities.
• Support disaster recovery and business continuity planning efforts.
• Conduct emergency response drills and training exercises.

Deliver Training & Employee Engagement

• Develop and facilitate EHS training programs.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through employee engagement and education.
• Serve as a trusted resource to employees and leadership on EHS matters.

Support Facilities Operations

• Manage PPE procurement and inventory.
• Support contractor management and facility-related services.
• Assist with preventative maintenance programs and facility compliance activities.

What We're Looking For

Required Experience

• 5+ years of Environmental Health & Safety experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Experience interacting directly with regulatory agencies and compliance auditors.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA / Cal-OSHA regulations and environmental compliance requirements.
• Experience developing and implementing EHS programs and training initiatives.
• Strong communication, presentation, project management, and organizational skills.

Required Certifications & Training

The following are considered essential qualifications for this role:

✅ HAZWOPER (40-Hour) Certification or recent HAZWOPER training

✅ California Title 22 Hazardous Waste Generator Training

✅ DOT Hazardous Materials Shipping Training (49 CFR)

✅ Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Training and Program Administration Experience

Additional Requirements

• Technical certificate, vocational training, or equivalent experience in EHS, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and EHS management systems.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to occasionally respond to after-hours emergencies or critical facility issues.
• U.S. Person status required for access to ITAR-controlled information.

Preferred Qualifications

We're especially interested in candidates who bring:

• Manufacturing experience in a publicly traded company.
• Experience supporting lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience leading Emergency Response Teams (ERT).
• Knowledge of facility maintenance and building systems.
• Professional certifications such as ASP, CSP, CHMM, or CIH.

What Makes You Successful

You are someone who:

• Takes ownership and works independently.
• Is comfortable influencing employees and leaders at all levels.
• Enjoys solving problems and driving continuous improvement.
• Thinks proactively about risk prevention rather than reacting to issues.
• Communicates effectively and builds strong relationships across the organization.
• Leads by example and promotes a culture of safety and accountability.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• The ability to make a meaningful impact on employee safety and environmental stewardship