Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist

## Environmental, Health & Safety SpecialistApplyremote type: Nolocations: West Allistime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: June 20, 2026 (21 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR111366**Interested in a career that matters?**## Interested in a career that matters?At **Novonesis**, safety is fundamental to how we operate and how we care for our people. Our **Operations Leadership Team** brings together colleagues from Production, Continuous Improvement, Health & Safety, and Quality Control to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing. Due to an expansion in production capability at our **West Allis, WI** site, we are strengthening our Health & Safety function to continue building a safe, compliant, and proactive working environment where everyone can thrive.## ## The Role & Your ImpactAs a **Health & Safety Specialist**, you will play a key operational role in implementing health and safety programs and ensuring compliance with regulatory and company requirements. With a strong focus on execution, you will work closely with site leadership and frontline teams to prevent incidents, investigate root causes, and promote a strong safety culture.**Key responsibilities include:*** Implementing health and safety programs to support a safe manufacturing environment.* Conducting safety training in line with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as company policies.* Leading incident investigations and supporting corrective and preventive actions.* Conducting and maintaining job hazard analyses.* Assisting with industrial hygiene surveys and employee programs such as fire prevention, emergency response, evacuation planning, and ergonomics.## ## What You’ll Need to Be SuccessfulTo succeed in this role, you bring a solid technical foundation and hands-on experience in health and safety within a manufacturing or technical environment.**Must-haves:*** Bachelor’s degree in Safety or a related technical field.* 3–5 years of relevant experience in a technical or manufacturing setting.* Working knowledge of applicable standards and frameworks, including OSHA, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, and related regulations.* Strong time management and stakeholder management skills.* Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills in English.## ## Additional Skills & Interests We ValueWhile not required, the following would be considered strong assets:* Professional certifications such as CSP, ARM, ALCH, or CIH.* Experience supporting industrial hygiene programs or ergonomics initiatives.* A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement in safety practices.## ## What We OfferAt Novonesis, you will be part of a collaborative site leadership environment where safety, quality, and continuous improvement go hand in hand. We offer opportunities to grow your expertise, work closely with experienced health & safety professionals, and contribute meaningfully to a purpose-driven organization focused on making a positive impact.## ## Ways of Working / Working Conditions* This role is **office-based** at our **West Allis, WI** site.* Regular interaction with production and operations areas is expected.* Travel is approximately **10%**, primarily related to training or site support activities.## ## Compensation & Benefits* **Expected base salary:** USD **$70,000–$80,000**, depending on experience.* 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution* Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance* Healthcare savings account option* Employee assistance program* Parental leave* Tuition reimbursement* All benefits begin on your first day## Relevant information* **Application deadline:** **6/19/26****Our purpose guides the way**In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr