Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Coordinator

Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Coordinator Job Description

 

COMPANY OVERVIEW

AlpHa Measurement Solutions is a liquid sensor technology platform serving the complex testing needs of water quality, pharmaceutical, laboratory, and industrial markets with an unmatched combination of precision, reliability, innovation, and flexibility. We are a vertically integrated manufacturer, creating thousands of units and processing several hundred orders and shipments each day for customers throughout the world. We approach the market as both an OEM manufacturer and with our own brands: Van London, ANDalyze, and Aurora Scientific Instruments.

Our company has over 100 years of liquid sensing experience, is growing, and is accelerating growth through its recent acquisiton by Enpro Inc. (NYSE: NPO). Enpro is a leading industrial technology company manufacturing high-performance proprietary products for the semiconductor, aerospace, and compositional analysis sectors. Enpro companies employ nearly 4,000 associates globally, while AlpHa’s team consists of over 350 employees, including 235 team members in Houston, Texas and 120 in Shanghai, China. 

WHAT MAKES ALPHA MEASUREMENT SOLUTIONS SPECIAL

At AlpHa Measurement Solutions, we make analytical sensors and instruments that are essential to everyday life.  What we do matters; our products are used to test and monitor water quality in industrial, health, and safety applications worldwide.  Our sensors are critical for wastewater and drinking water processing, environmental monitoring, pharmaceutical (vaccine) manufacturing, food & beverage supply, power generation, and many other fundamental applications.

Municipalities, multinational organizations, and system integrators rely upon our sensors as critical, consumable components of their systems around the globe.  We at AlpHa understand the important role we play in ensuring safe drinking water, clean aqueous environments, and the general health and safety of communities worldwide.

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• Short-Term Disability
• 401k
• Life insurance
• Paid Vacation
• 8 Paid Holidays per year
• Paid Jury Duty Leave
• Recognition and Reward Programs
• Diverse & Inclusive Work Culture

OPPORTUNITY

AlpHa Measurement Solutions recognizes the need to improve its environmental, health, and safety programs and evolve our overall safety culture. We are seeking a driven, hands-on Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Coordinator to support the development and strengthening of our EHS processes and culture at our Houston manufacturing site. This role is critical in shaping an injury-free, environmentally responsible workplace by partnering closely with operational teams and site leadership. The ideal candidate is a visible safety advocate – someone who not only understands regulations, but actively influences behavior, builds trust, and drives engagement on the production floor. The pace of progress in strengthening AlpHa’s safety culture will be directly influenced by the energy, ownership, and advocacy of this role.

Our global headquarters is conveniently located in Houston at the southwest intersection of I-69 and Sam Houston Tollway, just north of Sugar Land.

This individual will report to the Director of Operations.

Classification​:  Salaried/Exempt, Full-Time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and as required to maintain business momentum.

 Position Summary

The EHS Coordinator is responsible for supporting all aspects of environmental, health, and safety performance at AlpHa’s Houston facility. Working closely with site leadership, this role helps to (a) drive toward zero injuries and incidents, (b) ensure full regulatory compliance, including reporting, (c) deploy and sustain Enpro EHS programs and standards, (d) build a proactive, accountable, and engaged safety culture. This position requires a balance of technical expertise, frontline engagement, and the ability to influence without direct authority.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:

 Safety Leadership & Culture

• Act as a visible and credible safety advocate across the site
• Partner with leadership to drive accountability for EHS performance
• Promote a culture focused on prevention, engagement, and continuous improvement
• Lead and support safety initiatives including toolbox talks, safety observations, and stand-down events
• Coach employees and leaders to strengthen safety awareness and ownership

Production Floor Engagement

• Maintain consistent presence on the production floor (majority of workforce) along with all other departments
• Identify hazards and partner with teams to implement practical, sustainable solutions
• Reinforce safe behaviors through observation, coaching, and real-time feedback

EHS Compliance & Program Execution

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, RCRA, and DOT HAZMAT regulations (among others)
• Maintain required permits, records, and regulatory reporting
• Support implementation and continuous improvement of Enpro EHS systems and processes
• Conduct internal audits to ensure accuracy of EHS data and compliance

Incident Management & Risk Reduction

• Maintain and coordinate JSAs and JHAs
• Lead/support incident and near-miss investigations, including root cause analysis
• Track corrective actions and ensure timely closure
• Analyze trends to proactively identify and mitigate risks

Training & Capability Building

• Identify EHS training needs and deliver effective, practical training programs
• Ensure completion and tracking of required certifications
• Translate regulatory and technical requirements into understandable, actionable guidance

Environmental & Hazardous Materials Management

• Ensure our site has required environmental permits and that reporting requirements are maintained
• Support proper handling, labeling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials
• Partner with supply chain and operations to minimize environmental impact and risk

Emergency Preparedness & Response

• Maintain Emergency Action and Fire Prevention Plans
• Coordinate drills and readiness activities
• Support site first responders and emergency response capabilities

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Partner with Enpro EHS network (the “Community of Practice) to leverage best practices
• Communicate effectively with leadership regarding risks, priorities, and progress
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve EHS systems, processes, and culture 

Required Key Competencies

• Action Oriented
• Managerial Courage
• Interpersonal Savvy

• Organizing
• Perspective
• Integrity and Trust

 

Required Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of an associate degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field and at least 8-10+ years of experience
• Or a bachelor degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field and minimum 2-5+ years of experience
• Technical understanding of OSHA, RCRA, DEC, EPA and DOT HAZMAT regulations and compliance requirements
• Experience with incident investigation, audits, and compliance systemsExperience supporting production-heavy operations
• Familiarity with chemical handling, lab-adjacent manufacturing, or precision assembly environments
• PC skills, MS Office, comfortable learning new software
• Excellent organizational skills (this role requires meticulous record-keeping)
• Experience working directly with production teams
• Comfortable speaking to larger groups and leading training
• Must be comfortable working with, leading, and driving diverse team members
• Able to travel periodically for training and for best practice sharing within Enpro 

WORKING CONDITIONS

The working conditions described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and chemicals.  Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, use hands or fingers, talk and hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities by this job may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

EEO and Culture Statement:

AlpHa Measurement Solutions is a subsidiary of Enpro, a leading industrial technology company focused on critical applications across many end-markets, including semiconductor, industrial process, commercial vehicle, sustainable power generation, aerospace, food and pharma, photonics and life sciences.

At Enpro, we believe that diversity drives innovation and inclusion fosters growth. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Our employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military service, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Human Resources, and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

*Enpro Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future for this job.