EHS Specialist

Badger Meter; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Annual Bonus

Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage

15 days PTO + 11 holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Badger Meter is seeking an on-site EHS Specialist to lead the safety program at our Racine manufacturing facility. You will partner with workers, supervisors, and leadership to build a stronger safety culture, drive safety improvements, and ensure day-to-day compliance with regulations.

In this role you will own critical safety initiatives, supervise JSA and LOTO updates, coach teams, and drive continuous improvement across multiple processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, environmental studies, health and safety, safety management, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in environmental, health, and safety.
• Hands-on safety experience.

Responsibilities

• Implement, administer, and continuously improve EHS policies, processes, and programs to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
• Conduct regular safety and environmental inspections, ensuring operational controls are in place and corrective actions are completed promptly.
• Provide guidance to employees and supervisors on safe work practices, hazard identification, and risk mitigation.
• Lead or participate in incident investigations, including injuries, property damage, and near misses; manage workers’ compensation reporting, monitoring, and return-to-work coordination.
• Develop and report monthly EHS metrics, including injury and illness data, identifying trends and recommending corrective actions.

Skills

Hands-on safety experience

Hazard identification

Independent worker

Multi-priority management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety

Job description

Badger Meter - Where Every Drop Counts and So Do You

At Badger Meter, we're more than a leading global water technology company - we're innovators with a mission: to preserve and protect the world's most precious resource. For over 120 years, our trusted solutions have enabled our customers to optimize the delivery and use of water, maximize revenue and reduce waste.

Every employee at Badger Meter is an important part of our success. Here, your work doesn't just move a business forward - it shapes a more sustainable future. We are committed to building a workplace where we celebrate differences, empower voices, and encourage fresh ideas that drive innovation.

When you join us, you'll find:

• Purpose-driven work that makes a real difference in communities around the globe.
• Career growth and development opportunities designed to help you achieve your potential.
• A supportive, inclusive culture where collaboration and creativity thrive.

Be part of something bigger. At Badger Meter, your contributions will ripple far beyond the workplace - creating lasting change for people and the planet.

What You Will Contribute

Own Safety. Drive Change. Make an Impact.

At Badger Meter, safety isn't just a program—it's part of how we operate. We're looking for an EHS Specialist to serve as the on-site safety leader for our Racine manufacturing facility, partnering directly with employees, supervisors, and leadership to build a stronger safety culture and create a safer workplace every day.

This role offers a unique opportunity to take ownership of meaningful safety initiatives, influence change across multiple manufacturing processes, and help shape the future of EHS at one of our key facilities. From leading Job Safety Analyses and improving lockout/tagout programs to coaching teams and driving continuous improvement, your work will have a visible and lasting impact.

If you're someone who enjoys being on the floor, solving problems, building relationships, and making a real difference, we'd love to talk with you.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement, administer, and continuously improve Badger Meter’s EHS policies, processes, and programs to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
• Conduct regular safety and environmental inspections, ensuring operational controls are in place and corrective actions are completed promptly.
• Provide guidance to employees and supervisors on safe work practices, hazard identification, and risk mitigation.
• Support the development and maintenance of programs such as fire prevention, emergency response, ergonomic assessments, evacuation planning, and weather‑related procedures.
• Develop and report monthly EHS metrics, including injury and illness data, identifying trends and recommending corrective actions.
• Respond to safety and environmental concerns, providing immediate support and coordinating urgent response efforts when needed.
• Lead or participate in incident investigations, including injuries, property damage, and near misses; manage workers’ compensation reporting, monitoring, and return‑to‑work coordination.
• Maintain and audit safety training records; support and deliver training sessions as needed.
• Work on key safety initiatives such as Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) updates, and safety talk audits.
• Travel up to 10% to support additional facilities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, environmental studies, health and safety, safety management, or a related field required; significant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• 3+ years of experience in environmental, health, and safety
• Candidates must have hands‑on safety experience

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of OSHA, NIOSH, ACGIH, EPA, DOT, WDNR, and other applicable regulations.
• Strong ability to identify hazards and develop effective solutions.
• Experience with environmental a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Why This Role Stands Out

• High autonomy: You’ll own the safety function on site and have the freedom to implement improvements.
• Variety of work: Racine’s diverse production lines mean constant learning and new challenges.
• Impact: Your work directly improves employee safety and operational performance.
• Supportive onboarding: Leadership will be present to ensure your success.

Competitive Total Rewards at Badger Meter

• Competitive Pay
• Annual Bonus
• Eligible for Annual Pay Increases
• Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
• 15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
• Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation. In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis. Additional access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you, at no cost!
• Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more
• Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250
• Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights regarding equal opportunity in employment by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster and the “EEO is the Law” poster supplement at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

Badger Meter complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local disability laws. This means that we will reasonably accommodate qualified employees with a disability if accommodation would allow them to perform the essential functions of their job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.

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