EHS & Operations Specialist Full-Time | Cary, NC | Multi-State Travel: 25–50%

EHS & Operations Specialist

Full-Time | Cary, NC | Multi-State Travel: 25–50%

Are you detail-oriented, organized, and interested in building a career where environmental compliance, workplace safety, and operations come together?

McGill Environmental Systems is seeking an EHS & Operations Specialist to support environmental, health, safety, and operational programs across our facilities. You’ll help turn data and compliance requirements into clear reports, practical safety programs, and consistent facility practices.

This role offers a mix of office-based work, facility visits, and limited remote-work flexibility. It’s a strong opportunity for an early-career environmental professional who’s ready to learn, take ownership, and grow in a sustainability-focused industry.

Schedule

Mon-Fri 8:00AM - 5:00PM, with some flexibility based on operational needs and field assignments.​

Top Reasons to Join McGill

McGill offers a competitive compensation package, including:

Hourly Rate of $27

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Ongoing training and professional development

The Opportunity

Reporting to the EHS Manager, you’ll support compliance activities, manage analytical data and reporting, and help implement company-wide safety programs. You’ll work closely with EHS, Operations, Sales, and Leadership to support informed decisions and continuous improvement across multiple facilities.

The position is based in McGill’s Cary, NC office. Multi-state travel is expected to average 25–50%, including overnight stays. Additional travel may be required during periods of increased operational or compliance needs.

What You’ll Do

Manage environmental compliance and product-quality data, including laboratory results, trackers, trend analysis, and leadership reports

Coordinate analytical information and communicate findings across EHS, Operations, and Sales

Manage stormwater inspection programs, documentation, corrective-action tracking, and required regulatory reporting

Help implement and administer company-wide safety programs in partnership with facility leadership

Conduct facility EHS inspections, assist with audits, and monitor corrective actions

Develop and deliver facility-level EHS training on safety, environmental permits, and operational compliance

Coordinate employee safety training, onboarding, safety communications, and related documentation

Support environmental compliance activities involving SPCC, waste management, and general permit requirements

Maintain spreadsheets, dashboards, and reporting tools to track compliance and performance

Collaborate on cross-functional projects, providing analytical, administrative, and field support

Serve as a secondary administrator for select EHS technologies and program-management systems

What Makes This Role Different?

This role brings together data, compliance, safety, and hands-on facility work. You’ll have the chance to learn how environmental and operational programs work across multiple sites - and help make them more consistent and effective.

You’ll spend your time:

Turning laboratory and compliance data into clear, useful information

Helping teams understand and follow safety and environmental requirements

Visiting facilities and working with site leaders and employees

Tracking issues through to completion and supporting continuous improvement

Building experience across EHS, operations, and sustainability programs

If you enjoy solving problems, organizing complex information, and working with people across different teams, this position offers a meaningful path to grow your skills and career.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and dependable

Comfortable balancing analytical, administrative, and field-based work

A clear written and verbal communicator

Able to explain technical information to different audiences

Collaborative and comfortable working across teams

Adaptable and able to manage multiple facilities, projects, and priorities

Willing to learn, ask questions, take initiative, and follow through

Interested in environmental compliance, safety programs, data, and operational systems

Technical & Analytical Skills

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Comfortable working with laboratory data, spreadsheets, tracking tools, and technical documents

Able to organize, interpret, and communicate data clearly

Able to navigate state regulatory websites, reporting portals, and compliance databases

Strong attention to detail and ability to identify trends, inconsistencies, and opportunities for improvement

Power BI experience is preferred but not required; willingness to learn is expected

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, EHS, Sustainability, Engineering, Operations, or a related field

Relevant internships or hands-on experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

A valid driver’s license and ability to travel to company facilities are required

Travel Expectations

This position is based in Cary, North Carolina, and includes travel among McGill facilities in multiple states.

Candidates should be comfortable with:

Average travel of 25–50%

Extended driving periods

Occasional overnight stays

Additional travel during periods of increased operational or compliance needs

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

The role includes regular work in both office and industrial facility environments, including outdoor composting and material-processing operations. Work areas may involve varying weather conditions, dust, odors, noise, heavy equipment, and vehicle traffic.

Candidates should be able to:

Safely navigate uneven terrain, outdoor work areas, stairs, and facility equipment areas

Stand, walk, bend, and climb as needed for inspections, training, and operational activities

Occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds

Wear required personal protective equipment, including hard hats, safety footwear, high-visibility apparel, and other site-specific protection

Some facility activities may require wearing a full-face respirator, subject to required medical evaluation, fit testing, and respirator training in accordance with OSHA requirements.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Pre-Employment Assessment Requirements

Candidates must successfully complete a computer-based pre-employment assessment. A background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle record (MVR) review may also be required, if applicable to the position.

About McGill Environmental Systems

McGill Environmental Systems transforms organic materials into compost, mulch, and soil products that support soil health and sustainable communities. Our team works across environmental and operational disciplines to help deliver responsible, high-quality products and services.

Apply Today

Ready to build your experience in environmental compliance, safety, and operations?

If you’re organized, curious, and eager to support meaningful work across multiple facilities, we encourage you to apply and grow your career with McGill Environmental Systems.

McGill Environmental Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer.