Regional EHS Leader, North US & Canada

Neogen Corporation; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Neogen Corporation is seeking a Regional EHS Manager - North to lead Environmental, Health, & Safety programs across Northern US & Canada locations. The role is onsite near Madison, WI with responsibilities spanning manufacturing, distribution, R&D, and laboratory operations.

The position reports to the Senior Director - Global EHS & Security Operations and focuses on driving safety, environmental programs, and governance across multi-site operations, including EPCRA, PSM, and waste management.

Qualifications

• The candidate must possess a min. of a bachelor's degree in an EHS-related field or a bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering-related field. EHS certifications (CSP, CHMM, CIH) a plus.
• Min. 7+ years of combined direct EHS experience in Biotech, Pharmaceutical, Chemical, related scientific field or heavy industry.
• In-depth experience in machine safety, hazardous waste, chemical mgt, combustible dust.
• Proven EHS technical implementation expertise in NFPA Codes for Flammable liquids and Flammable gases, and Life Safety Codes within manufacturing operations.
• Ability to travel up to 50% (or as needed)
• Ability and willingness to manage facility mgt. actions and projects at an R&D site.
• NOTE: This is an onsite/very hands-on role; Remote or WFH does not apply for this role.

Responsibilities

• Own and Implement EHS programs to ensure injury prevention and compliance at chemical, biotech, and R&D facilities.
• Develop and execute strategic EHS, Security, and Risk Control plans.
• Own and provide oversight and governance of multi-site level EHS programs, including Safety and environmental domains such as: EPCRA reporting, PSM compliance, wastewater, stormwater, hazardous and regulated waste, and related compliance.
• Along with providing site EHS & Security support, serve as the main facilities POC for the Oakdale R&D location. This unique responsibility will facilitate and oversee the site maintenance actions and support the corp. Facilities team during capital projects planning.
• Act as a partner to the EHS Governance function, integrating EHS considerations into lab and R&D operations, manufacturing processes, and high-risk activities.
• Serve as a trusted EHS advisor to site senior leadership and cross-functional teams, providing guidance on complex risk management and regulatory compliance matters.
• Lead the development and deployment of innovative EHS solutions, leveraging data analytics to identify trends and drive data-informed decision-making.
• Oversee the management of change (MOC) process for operational and infrastructure changes, ensuring compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Develop and maintain site-specific environmental management plans, ensuring timely reporting, permitting, and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Lead investigations into complex environmental and safety incidents, utilizing root cause analysis methodologies to develop and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Implement global EHS standards ensuring compliance excellence across U.S. operations.
• Identify Industrial Hygiene needs and solutions while working with EHS Governance teams.
• Drive Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) for assigned programs.
• Exposure Control: Launch and assist in deploying the Neogen Global Exposure Control programs, including, but not limited to, IH sampling, respiratory protection, hearing conservation, bloodborne pathogens, radiation, and freezer/cryogen programs.
• Ergonomics: Stand up the ergonomics programs. Align with key stakeholders throughout the organization (Engineering, Maintenance & Operations) to integrate design criteria that mitigates musculoskeletal disorder risks. Establish self-audit mechanisms that ensure ongoing risk prevention while driving operational efficiencies.
• Management Of Change: Launch management of change programs that is integrated with key stakeholder systems. Establish and drive EHS engagement in all process or system changes to mitigate employee risk.
• Innovative EHS Processes: Create innovation solutions and EHS processes, tools, and training programs, that result in a standardized approach to EHS across diverse manufacturing and non-manufacturing environments.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as a key liaison between internal and external stakeholders - including planning, procurement, engineering, facilities, and legal - to integrate EHS requirements into company processes, driving alignment and compliance.
• Risk Management Enhancements: Implement robust risk management strategies for Neogen equipment and automation processes, with a focus on injury prevention and compliance.
• Process Optimization: Streamline EHS processes through the introduction of innovative tools and methodologies.
• Best Practices: Foster a culture of continuous improvement by sharing best practices and lessons learned to enhanced EHS performance and operational consistency.

Skills

EHS expertise

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS/science/engineering

Tools

NFPA Codes

SOP development

Job description

Neogen Corporation is seeking a Regional EHS Manager - North to lead Environmental, Health, & Safety programs across Northern US & Canada locations. The role is onsite near Madison, WI with responsibilities spanning manufacturing, distribution, R&D, and laboratory operations.

The position reports to the Senior Director - Global EHS & Security Operations and focuses on driving safety, environmental programs, and governance across multi-site operations, including EPCRA, PSM, and waste management.