Senior EHS & Safety Specialist

The Marzetti Company; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Marzetti Company is seeking a Senior EHS Specialist to support and enhance our Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security programs at our Altoona, IA facility. This role provides hands-on support across shifts, identifies hazards, and helps reduce risk in partnership with site leadership.

Responsibilities include leading investigations, administering safety programs, training employees, and coordinating environmental compliance and safety initiatives with operations and HR.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in the EHS&S profession; manufacturing experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA/EPA requirements; experience with workers’ compensation and security activities.
• Ability to assess risk, implement practical controls, and follow through on corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Implement and sustain elements of the EHS&S management system under the Site EHS Manager guidance.
• Conduct floor observations, inspections, audits, and risk assessments across functions.
• Lead or support incident and near-miss investigations; implement corrective actions with owners.

Skills

EHS risk assessment

OSHA/EPA compliance

Incident investigation

Cross-functional collaboration

Training and coaching

Documentation and recordkeeping

Travel up to 20%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health and Safety or related field

Tools

EHS management systems

Job description

The Marzetti Company is seeking a Senior EHS Specialist to support and enhance our Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security programs at our Altoona, IA facility. This role provides hands-on support across shifts, identifies hazards, and helps reduce risk in partnership with site leadership.

Responsibilities include leading investigations, administering safety programs, training employees, and coordinating environmental compliance and safety initiatives with operations and HR.