DATE: Aug 11, 2026
LOCATION: Macon, Georgia, United States, 31213
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Company: Armstrong World Industries
Primary location: Macon, Georgia
Relocation offered: No
Employment status: Full-Time
Travel: < 10%
Non-compete: No
The estimated base salary range for this role is $75,000 to $100,000 per year.
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors
EHS Specialist (Safety)
What You’ll Be Doing
Partner with manufacturing leaders to ensure a safe, healthy, and environmentally compliant workplace
Develop and implement safety management systems, including:
Hazard identification
Risk assessments
Mitigation planning
Compliance auditing and reporting
Serve as a safety subject matter expert (SME) on:
Capital projects
Process improvements
Cost reduction initiatives
Train and educate employees on safety procedures such as:
PPE
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
Ergonomics
Hazardous materials handling
Lead and support incident investigations, including:
Root cause analysis
Corrective action planning and execution
Manage hazardous and residual waste programs
Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives for safety and environmental systems
Lead hazard identification and risk assessment processes
Plan and execute process safety mitigation projects
Ensure all safety documentation and compliance requirements are maintained
Execute capital projects safely, meeting cost, schedule, and performance targets
Provide ongoing technical guidance and knowledge sharing across the plant
Ensure compliance with environmental permits and regulations
Serve as an on-call safety contact as needed
What’s in It for You
Opportunity to build and improve safety systems within a large manufacturing facility
High-impact role with visibility across:
Operations
Leadership
Capital projects
Hands-on experience in both:
Safety program development
Real-world plant operations
Exposure to:
Process improvement initiatives
Capital project execution
Ability to grow your expertise as a safety SME
Opportunity to lead projects and influence change across the facility
Continuous development through:
Cross-functional collaboration
Technical problem-solving
Process optimization
What Will Make You Successful
Experience & Education
Bachelor’s degree in a related field OR equivalent experience
Up to 3 years of relevant experience (entry-level candidates considered)
Technical Skills
Knowledge of:
Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) systems
Risk assessments and hazard identification
Compliance and safety regulations
Experience with:
Project management and facilitation
Process improvement initiatives
Proficiency in:
Microsoft Office
Power BI
Soft Skills & Work Style
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to lead and influence across teams
Strong communication and training abilities
Proactive, hands-on approach in a manufacturing environment
Why should you join Armstrong World Industries?
Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is an Americas leader in the design and manufacture of innovative interior and exterior architectural applications including ceilings, specialty walls and exterior metal solutions. With approximately $1.4 billion in revenue, AWI has about 3,700 employees and a manufacturing network of 21 facilities in North America.
At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.
For more than 160 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.
We are committed to developing new and sustainable architectural solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.
Our Sustainability Ambition
"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:
Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.
AWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants receive consideration for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status
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