EHS Specialist

Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions

Hopkins (MN)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) Plan with matching

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking a Health and Safety Specialist to oversee health and safety programs at the Minnetonka, MN facility. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with regulations, lead incident investigations, and promote a safety-focused culture. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered for this full-time role.

Qualifications

At least 5 years of experience in an EHS role at a manufacturing facility.
Professional certification(s) like Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred.
Experience in Industrial Hygiene and working with PHA.

Responsibilities

Lead compliance with federal, state, local, and corporate EHS regulations.
Conduct safety inspections and incident investigations.
Support management of change and sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Hazard recognition

Compliance analysis

Technical assistance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Chemistry, Engineering, or Environmental Science

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

The Health and Safety Specialist has comprehensive responsibility for the implementation and administration of all Health, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and OSHA compliance Programs at the Veolia WTS Minnetonka, MN facility under the EHS Site Leader. The Health and Safety Specialist shall strive to provide a healthy and accident-free work environment for all employees through the recognition, evaluation, and control of environmental and workplace health hazards. The Health and Safety Specialist shall counsel management and employees honestly and completely in the responsible and ethical application of environmental and industrial health principles and practices.

Duties & Responsibilities

Lead activities which 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
Lead incident investigations
Participate in sustainability initiatives and reporting
Promote behavioral based safety
Ensure all employee and contractor training is completed, documented, and maintained

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Demonstrate depth and breadth of knowledge in hazard recognition, evaluation, and control
Analyze data and audit processes which drive compliance in Ergonomics, Noise, Confined Space, Lockout/Tagout, and Machine Guarding
Initiate and drive the development programs to eliminate hazards and reduce or eliminate associated risks
Lead and/or support investigations of workplace incidents, complete root cause analyses to determine appropriate corrective actions, and ensure completion
Provide EHS support to manufacturing departments and leaders in the design and installation of new or modified equipment, New Product Introduction, Incoming Material Approval System, and Management of Change
Provide technical assistance and guidance to the plant by leading or assisting in safety committee team and meetings, including EHS regulatory interpretations
Assist in leading departmental EHS Projects and completing required reports

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Required:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college, preferably in Occupational Health and Safety, Chemistry, Engineering, or Environmental Science
At least 5 years of experience in an EHS role at a manufacturing facility

Preferred:

Professional certification(s) such as: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or related professional certification(s) or currently in process
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work closely with plant management and production employees
Working knowledge in ergonomics, noise, confined space, machine guarding, and chemical approvals
Experience in Industrial Hygiene
Experience with PHA and starting up new operations
Knowledge of working with Google Workspace or Microsoft Office

Working Conditions

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

Additional Information

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits that include:

Compensation - The salary range is tied to the market for similarly benchmarked roles. The range is not an absolute, but a guide, and offers will be based on the individual candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity. Depending upon all the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate, the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range: $90,000 - $95,000 annually or hourly. This role also includes a 10% annual incentive plan (AIP).
Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching
Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
AD&D Insurance
Disability Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity. VWTS does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of VWTS, and no fee will be due. As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

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