Environmental Health & Safety (ehs) Coordinator - Bilingual (english/spanish) in Lubbock, Tx

Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator – Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Location: Lubbock, TX
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Compensation: $67,800 – $75,000+ DOE + Full Benefits Package

POSITION OVERVIEW

Snelling is seeking a Bilingual Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator for a well-established and growing industrial/manufacturing organization in Lubbock, TX. This role is critical in driving a proactive safety culture, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations, and reducing workplace risk through training, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, communication, and safety program management experience, with the ability to influence teams at all levels and promote a culture of accountability and safety excellence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and promote a site-wide safety-first culture, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and company safety regulations
• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs, policies, and procedures
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments, identifying hazards and ensuring timely corrective actions
• Coordinate and deliver safety training programs for employees, supervisors, and leadership
• Investigate workplace incidents, near misses, and injuries; document findings and implement preventative measures
• Maintain accurate and organized safety records, reports, and compliance documentation
• Partner with leadership to establish and track site safety goals and performance metrics
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Lead and facilitate Safety Committee meetings and initiatives
• Serve as the Emergency Action Plan Coordinator, ensuring readiness and compliance
• Provide ongoing technical safety guidance to employees and leadership teams
• Support continuous improvement through process reviews, hazard analyses, and safety trend reporting

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred)
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards and safety regulations
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or production environments strongly preferred
• Proven ability to lead safety initiatives and influence workplace culture
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Ability to conduct training, audits, and investigations with confidence and professionalism

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental Health, or related field preferred
• Prior experience in an EHS, Safety Coordinator, or Safety Specialist role required

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Industrial/manufacturing setting with exposure to equipment, noise, and varying temperatures
• Ability to walk production floors, conduct inspections, and interact with employees throughout the facility
• Must maintain reliable attendance and be able to respond to safety needs on-site

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

This position offers a competitive compensation package along with a strong benefits program, including:

• PTO accrual starting Day One
• 10 paid holidays annually
• 401(k) with company match (up to 4%)
• Free life insurance
• Free short-term disability coverage
• Wellness program with annual incentive bonus
• Annual PPE stipend
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY?

• Join a stable, growth-oriented organization with a strong commitment to employee safety
• Play a key role in shaping and advancing a world-class safety culture
• High visibility role with leadership interaction and impact
• Long-term career growth potential within a respected industry

ABOUT SNELLING

Snelling is a full-service staffing and recruiting firm, proudly serving Lubbock and the surrounding communities since 1967. Our local team brings over 200 years of combined experience connecting top talent with leading employers. We specialize in direct hire, temp-to-hire, and career placement solutions across a wide range of industries.

Snelling has been recognized with multiple national and local awards, including:

• Best of Staffing® Client Satisfaction Diamond Award (2013–2025)
• Forbes Best Professional Search Firms®
• Best of Lubbock® – Best Employment Agency (multiple years)

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply directly or reach out to Leta Page at Snelling for more information.