Safety Specialist

Anveta, Inc; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Anveta, Inc is seeking an experienced EHS expert to lead the facility's regulatory compliance, safety programs, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will work with the Director of Environmental Health, Safety, and Security to guide leaders and drive data-driven safety and environmental improvements across operations.

Ideal candidates have deep OSHA/EPA/DOT knowledge, audit and investigation experience, and strong data analysis and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene or related field.
• 3+ years environmental, health and safety experience in manufacturing or industrial environment (or 11+ years without a degree).
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT and emergency preparedness requirements.
• Experience with compliance audits, incident investigations and regulatory reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead critical EHS initiatives and strengthen safety programs across the facility.
• Provide technical guidance to leaders and drive sustainable improvements.
• Conduct compliance audits and investigations, perform root cause analyses.
• Translate complex regulations into practical, actionable solutions.
• Maintain accurate regulatory reporting and compliance records.

Skills

OSHA compliance

EPA compliance

DOT compliance

Process safety

Hazardous materials management

Emergency preparedness

Audits & investigations

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Documentation & reporting

Project management

Regulatory interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

You will serve as the facility's technical EHS expert, ensuring regulatory compliance, strengthening safety programs, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

This role is ideal for a professional who enjoys working with data, regulations, investigations, and systems while making a measurable impact on the organization's safety and environmental performance. Working closely with the Director of Environmental Health, Safety, and Security, you will lead critical EHS initiatives, provide technical guidance to leaders across the facility, and drive sustainable solutions that reduce risk and improve operational effectiveness.

What you will bring:

• Deep technical knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, Process Safety, hazardous materials management, and emergency preparedness requirements.
• Proven experience conducting compliance audits, leading incident investigations, performing root cause analysis, and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Strong ability to interpret complex regulations, identify compliance gaps, and translate requirements into practical, sustainable operational solutions.
• Demonstrated success managing detailed documentation, regulatory reporting, and compliance records with exceptional accuracy.
• CPR/AED/First Aid Certification required.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate data, identify trends, assess risk, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Highly organized and self-directed, with the ability to prioritize multiple projects, manage competing deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, including data analysis, reporting, and technical documentation.
• Comfortable working independently as the facility's EHS subject matter expert while collaborating effectively with operations, engineering, and leadership teams.
• Results-oriented mindset with a commitment to accountability, process discipline, and delivering measurable outcomes.
• Flexibility to support off-shift operations as needed to ensure regulatory compliance, incident response, and critical EHS initiatives.

Why You'll Succeed Here

You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of critical EHS systems, influence facility-wide performance, and make decisions that directly impact safety, compliance, and operational excellence. If you’re energized by complex challenges, continuous improvement, and creating effective systems that protect people and the environment, we’d like to hear from you.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygieneor related field and 3+ years environmental, health, and safety experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is required. Candidates without a Bachelor’s degree will be considered with 11+ years relevant professional experience in EHS & Safety.

Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, hazardous materials, and emergency preparedness requirements. Experience with compliance audits, incident investigations, root cause analysis, and regulatory reporting. Advanced analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel for data analysis and reporting. Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, collaborate across teams, and support off-shift operations as needed. CPR/AED/First Aid certification required. Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.