Sr. Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Our Safety Culture:

The safety and health of our employees is this company’s most important business consideration. Lakeside Book will provide a safe and secure working environment to support our goal of zero accidents and injuries.

Lakeside Book commits to being good stewards of the environment by conducting environmentally responsible business practices while continuing to be good neighbors and partners in the communities in which we live and work.  
 

 

We welcome our veterans to apply!

Pay: $80,000k-$85,000k annually

Location: Plainfield, Indiana – willingness to travel to other area locations as required

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match, Prorated paid time off, Holiday pay, Employee Assistance Program

Sr. Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

Lead the site implementation of Corporate developed environmental, health and safety (EHS) programs and systems. Ensure safe, healthy and environmentally friendly working conditions, recommend measures to reduce or eliminate industrial incidents and health hazards in compliance with OSHA and EPA regulations. Review, revise and/or develop new EHS programs. Provide compliance oversight or significant compliance responsibility at Indianapolis-area warehouse operations. Some travel to sites within region.

What You'll Do:

• Lead the implementation of corporate Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs across fulfillment and warehouse operations in partnership with site leadership.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and company safety and environmental standards by conducting site assessments, audits, and compliance reviews.
• Investigate incidents, identify hazards, and recommend corrective actions to reduce workplace injuries and environmental risks.
• Serve as the EHS subject matter expert (SME) by developing, revising, and implementing EHS programs while providing technical guidance to operations, engineering, and facilities teams.
• Develop compliance assurance plans, support environmental reporting, travel to regional sites, and participate in special projects as needed.

Job Knowledge & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 5–7 years of EHS experience, or an equivalent combination of education and applicable experience.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and environmental regulations, including experience with compliance reporting (Tier II, Form R, air emissions, water discharge) and environmental permitting.
• Proven ability to analyze complex problems, prioritize competing responsibilities, and implement effective, compliant solutions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence leaders, train employees, and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other technical tools; CIH, CSP, or CPE certifications are preferred.

What we offer you:

 

• Paid time off 
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k with company match 
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee appreciation & recognition programs

 

About Us:

Lakeside Book Company loves books!  To us, every book matters. Every word. Every page. Every hand that helped build it. Our history has shown that we are leaders and innovators. We have a team-winning culture, where all of our people have a voice. While we are old in years, we are new at heart.  Come join our mission to keep the world reading.

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Lakeside Book Company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions please contact [email protected].

 

 

*This job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties and responsibilities assigned for this job at the company’s discretion.