Environmental Health and Safety Consultant Job at Syre, Mebane, NC

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  • Syre
  • Mebane, NC

Job Description

Textile waste is a growing global challenge. Syre’s mission is to decarbonize and dewaste textiles, starting with the world's biggest fiber, polyester. By implementing true textile-to-textile recycling at hyperscale, we want to drive the transition from a linear to a circular value chain by putting textile waste to use, over and over again.

Syre Inc. is looking for a dynamic Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Consultant 1-2 days per week (40%, PT) to lead and oversee all safety, health, and environmental programs at our Mebane, NC, location. The ideal candidate will create a culture of safety, implement initiatives that promote a sustainable and risk-free working environment and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

You will play a key role in designing and building up our operational readiness for operation of the Blueprint plant. In addition, you will be part of the team preparing the organization for future expansion.

Key tasks and responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and manage EHS programs to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable safety and environmental regulations.
  • Conduct regular risk assessments, audits, and inspections to identify hazards and ensure a safe work environment.
  • Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
  • Provide training to employees on safety procedures, emergency response, and environmental policies.
  • Collaborate with plant management and across the company to promote a culture of safety, health, and environmental responsibility.
  • Manage safety data sheets (SDS), hazardous material programs, and waste management systems.
  • Prepare and submit reports on environmental and safety performance to regulatory agencies and senior management.
  • Lead emergency response teams and coordinate drills and preparedness initiatives.
  • Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in EHS.
  • Foster continuous improvement by driving EHS initiatives, performance metrics, and corrective actions.

We would prefer you have/are

  • Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in EHS management, preferably in a chemical manufacturing, research and development, or industrial plant setting.
  • In-depth knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other environmental and safety regulations
  • Experience with PHAs, LOPAs, HAZOP, MOC, and PSSR programs
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to drive results and make data-driven decisions.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with experience managing cross-functional teams.
  • Certification in safety (CSP, CIH, or CHMM) is a plus.
  • Fluent in English both orally and in writing (professional English required)

You will be reporting to the Plant Manager and preferably be located near Mebane, North Carolina.

Syre Inc. is an international company with a Swedish soul. We are a growing team of scalemakers – dedicated optimists and pioneers, together on a quest to drive the great textile shift. At Syre, we always appreciate it if you would be described as purpose-driven, action-oriented, innovative, change navigator and team player. Our team members are offered an international environment of innovation and speed, and we embrace diversity in all forms. Together we are here to build an impact company with green transition at its core – for our customers, partners, investors, and most of all, for our planet.

Are you the one we’re looking for? Apply with confidence - we look forward to hearing from you!

Job Tags

Local area, Shift work, 2 days per week, 1 day per week,

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