EHS Manager

Veolia | Water Tech; Hopkins (MN); On-site; USD 93,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) with matching

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

A leading environmental services organization seeks a Health and Safety Manager in Hopkins, MN. This role focuses on implementing health, safety, and compliance programs while promoting a safe work environment. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health, at least 5 years of EHS experience in industrial settings, and strong communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary between $93,000 and $119,000, and includes comprehensive benefits and an annual incentive plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an EHS role at a chemical or industrial manufacturing facility.
• Professional certification(s) such as CSP or CIH preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead compliance with EHS laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Conduct safety inspections and incident investigations.
• Promote behavior-based safety within the team.
• Ensure employee training is completed and documented.

Skills

Hazard recognition

Data analysis

Safety training

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration. Within Veolia’s Water Technology Business, a dedicated team tackles complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy to create a more sustainable future.

Job Summary

The Health and Safety Manager has comprehensive responsibility for the implementation and administration of all Health, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and OSHA compliance Programs at the Veolia Minnetonka, MN facility under the EHS Site Leader. The Manager strives to provide a healthy and accident‑free work environment through recognition, evaluation, and control of environmental and workplace health hazards.

Key Characteristics

• Passion for environmental, health, and safety matters
• Enthusiastic trainer
• Organized and attentive to detail
• Self‑motivated

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead activities that drive compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and corporate EHS laws, regulations, policies, and guidelines.
• Lead and improve EHS programs and practices in the plant to eliminate hazards and reduce or eliminate associated risks.
• Support the Management of Change Program and conduct safety inspections.
• Participate in incident investigations.
• Participate in sustainability initiatives and reporting.
• Promote behavior‑based safety.
• Ensure all employee and contractor training is completed, documented, and maintained.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Depth and breadth of knowledge in hazard recognition, evaluation, and control.
• Analyze data and audit processes driving compliance in ergonomics, noise, confined space, lockout/tagout, and machine guarding.
• Initiate and drive development programs to eliminate hazards and reduce or eliminate risks.
• Lead or support investigations of workplace incidents, complete root cause analyses, and ensure completion.
• Provide EHS support to manufacturing departments in design and installation of new or modified equipment and new product introduction processes.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance leading safety committee team and meetings, including EHS regulatory interpretations.
• Assist in leading departmental EHS projects and completing required reports.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in an EHS role at a chemical or industrial manufacturing facility.

Preferred

• Professional certification(s) such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP®) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of ergonomics, noise, confined space, machine guarding, and chemical approvals.
• Experience in Industrial Hygiene.
• Experience with PHA and startup of new operations.
• Knowledge of Google Workspace or Microsoft Office.

Working Conditions

• Less than 10% travel.
• Ability to work in a chemical environment.

Additional Information

• Competitive compensation: $93,000 – $119,000 annually plus a 10% annual incentive plan.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, tuition reimbursement, and other benefits.
• Paid time off, holidays, parental leave, 401(k) with matching.

EEO Statement

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.