Senior EHS Specialist

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a Senior EHS Specialist within our Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) team to help support our Home Furniture / Work Furniture business. In our Furniture Components business, we design, manufacture, and distribute a wide range of components and finished products that enhance comfort, motion, and style in upholstered furniture, including recliner mechanisms, seating support systems, and sofa sleeper units. With a global footprint that includes international manufacturing, product development, distribution, and sales, we are strategically positioned to support upholstered furniture manufacturers around the world.

As a Senior EHS Specialist, you will have the opportunity to help shape and modernize the safety program within our facility. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by driving a cultural shift toward stronger safety practices, improved environmental performance, and enhanced sustainability. The team you will be working with is dedicated, collaborative, and committed to continuous improvement, valuing challenging work, problem‑solving, and diverse perspectives.

So, what will you be doing as a Senior EHS Specialist?
• Developing, planning, and coordinating all aspects of the company’s Environmental, Health, Sustainability, and Safety (EHSS) programs
• Ensuring all regulatory and internal reporting is accurate, timely, and compliant
• Monitoring site metrics and implementing programs to address trends in incident rates, DART, lost workdays, and other key KPIs
• Identifying EHS training needs and developing programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Supporting incident reporting and investigations, ensuring corrective actions are appropriate and completed promptly
• Conducting periodic EHS audits and assessments and partnering with site leadership to implement corrective actions
• Promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring personnel are properly trained and equipped
• Collaborating with HR, Finance, Quality, Operations, and the Branch Management Team
• Chairing the Branch EHS Team and contributing as a member of the Branch Management Team

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 3+ years of related professional EHS experience
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to investigate and respond to EHS incidents
• Knowledge of EHS laws and regulations
• Analytical skills to interpret data and identify trends
• Strong organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to travel between branches and maintain a valid driver’s license

Things we consider a plus:
• Professional EHS designation
• OSHA certification
• Experience with continuous improvement tools and methodologies
• Familiarity with systems such as Safeguard, HRIS system, Power BI, Microsoft Teams

What to Do Next

Now that you’ve had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for! Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team. Once you apply, be sure to create a profile and sign up for job alerts so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available.

Our Values

Our values speak to our shared beliefs and describe how we approach working together.
• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy, and belonging.
• Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
• Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

Our Commitment to You

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all. Leggett & Platt is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veteran status, and more. Join us!

We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications, we’d love the opportunity to consider you.

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