Global EHS Compliance Specialist

About the role

Connecting and Protecting People, Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission-critical engineered electronic components and subsystems comprised of five business units in six manufacturing locations. Our brand names are recognized globally including: BSC Filters, York, UK; Criteria Labs, Austin, TX; Dow-Key Microwave, Ventura, CA; Pole/Zero, West Chester, OH; Espy, Austin, TX; and K&L Microwave, Salisbury, Maryland and Dominican Republic.

Our expertise is the design and manufacture of communications-based specialty products - engineered components and subsystems - for demanding military, space, commercial aerospace/industrial, and telecom infrastructure applications where function and reliability are crucial.

Position Overview

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Lead will establish, own, and lead MPG's enterprise-wide EHS program for all locations and has primary responsibility for developing the EHS strategy, systems, standards, and culture.

The EHS Lead will serve as the company's subject-matter expert and central point of accountability for workplace safety, industrial hygiene, environmental compliance, incident prevention, and continuous improvement. The role will balance strategic program development with hands-on execution, ensuring that EHS requirements are consistently implemented across geographically diverse manufacturing environments and aligned with relevant regulatory requirements. This position also oversees compliance with all Global EHS laws and regulations and serves as the primary contact for any EHS inspections and/or audits.

Key Functions

• Develop and implement a comprehensive, company-wide EHS management system supporting electronic manufacturing, machine shops, and plating activities
• Establish EHS policies, procedures, standards, goals, metrics, and annual operating plans in partnership with corporate leadership and site management
• Identify workplace hazards and assess risks associated with manufacturing, electrical and electronic assembly, machinery, chemicals, hazardous materials, plating processes, ergonomics, material handling, and facility operations
• Lead company-wide compliance strategy as the principal authority on REACH, RoHS, and California Proposition 65 mandates
• Partner with Engineering and Supply Chain to ensure products meet global safety, legal, and environmental standards
• Gather and review material declarations, test reports, and Supplier Certificates of Compliance as necessary to support regulatory requirements
• Reviews, updates and implements EHS policies, programs and procedures within the United States, United Kingdom, and Dominican Republic in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations Maintains all EHS activity files and records and including revision control for all EHS documents
• Develop and manage the EHS budget, outside resources, consulting support, monitoring programs, and other requirements necessary to operate an effective enterprise program

Qualification Summary

• Bachelor's degree in environmental health and safety, occupational safety, industrial hygiene, environmental science, engineering, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered
• Eight (8) or more years of progressive EHS experience, including experience supporting manufacturing or industrial operations
• Experience leading EHS programs across multiple facilities, preferably in aerospace, defense, electronics, precision manufacturing, machining, metal finishing, plating, or other highly regulated environments
• Working knowledge of applicable U.S. and U.K. occupational health, safety, and environmental requirements, with the ability to collaborate with local experts when needed
• Knowledge of industrial hygiene principles and exposure assessment methods related to chemicals, airborne contaminants, ergonomics, and other workplace hazards
• Experience managing chemical safety, hazardous materials, hazardous waste, wastewater, air permitting, spill prevention, and environmental recordkeeping
• Strong understanding of manufacturing safety practices, including machine guarding, lockout/tagout, electrical safety, confined spaces, material handling, contractor safety, and emergency response
• Professional certification such as Certified Safety Professional, Certified Industrial Hygienist, Associate Safety Professional, or an equivalent credential is preferred
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly among company facilities in the United States, United Kingdom, and Dominican Republic
• Ability to work effectively in a hands-on manufacturing environment and to meet applicable requirements for access to aerospace and defense facilities

Pay and benefits

Pay Range: USD 90,000 - 120,000 Annually This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan. We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits For This Position Include

A 401(K) Savings Plan With Employer Contributions; Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance; Wellness Programs; Health Savings Account, Health Care And Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Company Paid Short-Term Disability And Long-Term Disability; Company Paid Employee Basic Life And Ad&D Insurance; Supplemental Employee And Dependent Life Insurance; Optional Accident, Hospital Indemnity And Critical Illness Insurance; Adoption, Surrogacy, And Fertility Benefits And Assistance; Commuter Benefits; Parental, Military, Jury Duty, And Bereavement Leaves Of Absence; Paid Time Off, Including Up To 10 Paid Holidays Per Calendar Year Based Off Schedule, Paid Vacation Days, 40 Paid Sick Leave Hours Annually Or As Provided Under State And Local Paid Sick Leave Laws, Tuition Assistance; Business Travel Services; Employee Discounts; And An Employee Assistance Program That Includes Company Paid Counseling Sessions And Legal Services.

Eligibility For Benefits Is Governed By Applicable Plan Documents And Policies.