EHS Specialist

EHS Specialist

Join us as an EHS Specialist! You will play a key role in maintaining and advancing our occupational health, safety, and environmental programs. You will help ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while fostering a proactive safety culture across the organization.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Support the development and implementation of safety policies in alignment with OSHA regulations
• Deliver safety and environmental training programs required by law and company standards
• Lead incident investigations and manage reporting within the EHSQ system
• Maintain and support ISO 45001 and ISO 14001 management systems
• Conduct audits, risk assessments, and job hazard analyses to identify and mitigate risks
• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement Lockout/Tagout procedures and safety improvements
• Support sustainability initiatives, recycling programs, and environmental compliance efforts
• Participate in capital projects and contribute to safety-focused improvements
• Collaborate with global and regional EHS teams to ensure alignment with broader initiatives

What You'll Need to Be Successful

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Health, or a related technical field
• 3–5 years of industrial safety experience
• Working knowledge of OSHA CFR 1910 and 1926 regulations
• Experience with safety management systems (ISO 45001, ISO 14001)
• Ability to manage confidential information appropriately (HIPAA awareness)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under deadlines

Key Competencies

• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Proactive problem-solving mindset
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment

Additional Skills & Interests We Value

• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, ARM, or similar
• OSHA 10, 30, or 501 certifications
• Experience in a manufacturing environment (food-grade experience preferred)
• Familiarity with ISO 50001 or other energy/environmental standards
• Knowledge of industrial hygiene practices and ergonomics

What We Offer

• A meaningful role where you contribute to safety, sustainability, and employee wellbeing
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a global organization
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Exposure to cross-functional and global projects
• The chance to shape and strengthen safety culture across multiple sites

Ways of Working / Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based with regular time spent in production facilities
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including lab coat, safety glasses, gloves, and hair/beard covering
• Occasional exposure to cold environments (up to -55°C)
• Physical activities may include lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, and crouching
• Ability to travel up to 10% for regional or global EHS meetings
• Valid driver's license required

Compensation & Benefits

Expected pay range: $84,761-$116,546

• 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution
• Minimum of 3 weeks vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of wellness time
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Healthcare savings account with generous employer contribution
• Employee assistance program
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Benefits effective from day one

Relevant Information

Application deadline: July 30, 2026

Location: Madison, Wisconsin

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We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying. We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

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