Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Rockwell Automation; Ladysmith (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance including medical, d…

401k

Paid time off

Parental and caregiver leave

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Rockwell Automation in Ladysmith, WI is seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to partner with the Plant Manager and site leaders to develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs in compliance with regulations and company guidelines.

The role drives EHS initiatives across the facility, develops employee training, conducts assessments, and fosters a culture of health and safety while reporting to the Plant Manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. We do not sponsor employment visas now or in the future for this job opening.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, planning, and implementation of environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures.
• Manage the environmental, industrial, health and safety regulations management team for the Ladysmith facility.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Handle all contact with appropriate agencies.
• Oversee the preparation of contracts for waste disposal firms and monitor waste handling.
• Develop and oversee company training programs for employees in areas such as compliance training, lab/plant inspection, hazardous material handling, emergency response, industrial hygiene, and life safety.
• Work with the site leadership team to develop a vision and strategic plan for EHS as part of strategy deployment.
• Ensure appropriate corrective action is taken where health and safety hazards exist.
• Select, develop, and evaluate personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.
• Work with cross-functional teams to improve process ergonomics.
• Attend EHS committee and team meetings and present at monthly meetings.
• Assist with EHS assessments.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

Ladysmith, Wisconsin, United States

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees, we support customers across industries such as food, life sciences, clean water, and green mobility. We are energized problem solvers who take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. If that sounds like you, we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist works closely with the Ladysmith Plant Manager and site leadership to develop, implement, and maintain environmental, health, and safety programs in accordance with regulatory requirements and Rockwell Automation guidelines. This role drives EHS initiatives across the facility, supports compliance efforts, develops employee training programs, participates in assessments and improvement activities, and helps foster a strong culture of health and safety throughout the site.

You will work onsite at our plant in Ladysmith, WI and report to the Plant Manager.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, planning, and implementation of environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures.
• Manage the environmental, industrial, health and safety regulations management team for the Ladysmith facility.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Handle all contact with appropriate agencies.
• Oversee the preparation of contracts for waste disposal firms and monitor waste handling.
• Develop and oversee company training programs for employees in areas such as compliance training, lab/plant inspection, hazardous material handling, emergency response, industrial hygiene, and life safety.
• Work with the site leadership team to develop a vision and strategic plan for EHS as part of strategy deployment.
• Ensure appropriate corrective action is taken where health and safety hazards exist.
• Select, develop, and evaluate personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.
• Work with cross-functional teams to improve process ergonomics.
• Attend EHS committee and team meetings and present at monthly meetings.
• Assist with EHS assessments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. We do not sponsor employment visas now or in the future for this job opening.

Preferred

• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Professional degree (Bachelor's or Master's) in Safety, Environmental Sciences or Engineering, or a similar program.
• Professional Safety/Environmental Certifications (CSP, CIH, REM).
• Experience with SAP.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, NIOSH, ACGIH, EPA, DOT, WDNR, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented style.
• Ability to influence and coach all levels of the organization to ensure effective EHS performance.

What We Offer

• Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Parental and caregiver leave
• Flexible work schedule
• Benefits information: learn more at www.raquickfind.com

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway; you may be the right fit for this or other roles.

This position is part of a job family. Experience will determine position level and compensation.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at [phone].