Nathan Trotter & Co. is launching an exciting new manufacturing operation in Martinsville, Virginia, and we're looking for an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist to help establish a culture where safety, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence are foundational to everything we do.
This is a unique opportunity to build programs, influence culture, and partner with employees and leadership from the very beginning. If you're passionate about protecting people, driving continuous improvement, and making a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you.
About Nathan Trotter & Co.
Nathan Trotter & Co. is a leading manufacturer dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative metal and alloy solutions that support critical industries around the world. With more than 200 years of history and expertise, we specialize in high-purity metals, tin products, and custom solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of customers across diverse markets and applications.
Built on a foundation of integrity, craftsmanship, and continuous innovation, Nathan Trotter has earned a reputation for reliability, quality, and long-standing customer partnerships. As we continue to grow, we're investing in the future through our new Martinsville, Virginia operation, creating opportunities for talented professionals to help shape a world-class manufacturing facility from the ground up. At Nathan Trotter, we combine tradition with forward-thinking solutions to drive operational excellence, support customer success, and create meaningful careers for the people who make our success possible.
Position Snapshot
- Position Title: Environmental Health & Safety Specialist
- Schedule: Monday – Friday | 9AM to 5PM (occasional off-hours support during emergencies or operational needs)
- Location: Onsite | Martinsville, VA
- Position Type: Full Time
Why This Role Matters
The Environmental Health & Safety Specialist plays a critical role in protecting our employees, our environment, and our operations. This position partners with leaders across the organization to develop, implement, and continuously improve environmental, health, and safety programs that ensure regulatory compliance while fostering a proactive safety culture. Success in this role means creating an environment where employees are empowered to work safely, risks are identified before incidents occur, and continuous improvement is embedded into daily operations.
What You'll Do
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve environmental, health, and safety programs, policies, and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations.
- Conduct workplace inspections, hazard assessments, safety audits, and compliance evaluations.
- Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective and preventive action initiatives.
- Develop and deliver employee safety training, new hire orientation, and ongoing regulatory education.
- Manage environmental compliance programs, including hazardous waste, chemical management, air emissions, stormwater, and wastewater requirements.
- Partner with leadership to integrate safety into projects, process improvements, and daily operations.
- Monitor key environmental and safety performance metrics while maintaining required regulatory documentation and reporting.
- Promote employee engagement by coaching safe work practices and reinforcing a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related field preferred. Equivalent education and relevant experience may be considered.
- Three (3) or more years of progressive environmental, health, and safety experience within manufacturing, metals processing, mining, foundry, chemical processing, or another heavy industrial environment.
- Experience developing, implementing, and administering environmental, health, and safety programs, including conducting workplace audits, inspections, incident investigations, and employee training.
- Experience supporting heavy industrial or metals manufacturing operations.
- Experience leading safety culture initiatives and continuous improvement programs.
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations, hazard recognition, risk assessment, industrial safety best practices, and applicable environmental compliance requirements, including hazardous waste, chemical management, air emissions, stormwater, and wastewater regulations.
- Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence safe behaviors at all levels of the organization.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) management software.
- Professional certifications such as OSHA 30-Hour, Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) are a plus.
Why Join Nathan Trotter & Co.?
Joining Nathan Trotter means becoming part of a company with more than 200 years of history built on integrity, innovation, and long-term customer relationships. As we continue investing in the future through our Martinsville operation, you'll have the opportunity to help shape a growing facility while building a rewarding career with an organization committed to its employees, customers, and communities.
Here, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Help build and shape a new manufacturing operation from the ground up.
- Join a stable, family-owned company with more than 200 years of business history.
- Be part of an organization that values integrity, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Work alongside experienced leaders who are committed to employee development and operational excellence.
- Make a meaningful impact by helping build the culture, processes, and long-term success of the Martinsville operation.
- Grow professionally through ongoing learning, development, and advancement opportunities.
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive compensation
- Paid Time Off (4 Weeks Year 1-10, 5 Weeks 10+ years)
- Paid Holidays (New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) Plan w/ 5% annual employer contribution
- Wellness Programs and Employee Resources
- Professional Development and Career Growth Opportunities
Ready to Build Something Meaningful?
If you're looking for an opportunity to make a lasting impact with a company that values safety, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the Nathan Trotter team.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Nathan Trotter & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Pay: $62,000.00 - $87,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Martinsville, VA 24112
