Senior EHS Specialist

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co.; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda is seeking a Senior Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist at our Brooklyn Park, Minnesota site. You will develop and manage EHS programs, conduct audits, investigate incidents, and train staff to uphold safe and compliant operations.

Responsibilities include maintaining records, leading projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to strengthen safety practices and environmental stewardship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in OH&S or related field required.
• 3–7 years of EHS experience required.
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or petrochemical refining preferred.
• Strong understanding of OSHA and EPA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs for safe, compliant operations.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify hazards.
• Investigate injuries and incidents; perform root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Deliver EHS training and guide employees on safety and environmental duties.
• Maintain EHS records, audit findings, and compliance documentation.
• Manage EHS projects independently, meeting objectives and timelines.
• Collaborate with site stakeholders to close compliance gaps.
• Apply environmental science and occupational hygiene to assess risk.
• Coach colleagues and review work to promote consistent EHS practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety and environmental performance.

Skills

EH&S knowledge

Audit & inspection

Incident investigation

Training delivery

Regulatory compliance

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health, Safety, Safety Engineering, or related field

Tools

ISO 9001

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

Job description

About the Role:

As a Senior Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist at Takeda, you’ll help protect employee health and safety while supporting environmental compliance and sustainable operations at our Brooklyn Park, Minnesota site. You’ll work with site teams to identify workplace hazards, investigate incidents, strengthen safety practices, and promote a culture of environmental responsibility and continuous improvement. In this role, you’ll apply your EHS knowledge to manage projects, conduct audits, deliver training, and recommend practical solutions to safety and environmental challenges. You’ll collaborate with internal stakeholders to maintain compliance with applicable requirements and support a safe, responsible workplace.

How You Will Contribute:

• Develop, implement, and maintain environmental, health, and safety programs that support safe work practices and sustainable operations.


• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and assessments to identify workplace hazards, evaluate compliance, and recommend improvements.


• Investigate employee injuries, safety incidents, and environmental events; perform root-cause analysis and recommend corrective and preventive actions.


• Deliver EHS training and provide guidance to employees on workplace safety, environmental responsibilities, and applicable procedures.


• Support compliance with applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and established procedures.


• Maintain accurate EHS records, investigation documentation, audit findings, and other required compliance records.


• Manage assigned EHS projects and processes independently, prioritizing activities and completing work within established objectives and timelines.


• Partner with site stakeholders to communicate environmental and safety concerns, address compliance gaps, and support effective resolution of issues.


• Apply environmental science and occupational hygiene principles to assess risks and recommend practical risk-reduction measures.


• Coach colleagues and review the work of less-experienced professionals, sharing technical knowledge and supporting consistent EHS practices.


• Identify opportunities to improve safety programs, environmental performance, and operational processes.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health, Safety, Safety Engineering, or a related field is required.


• 3–7 years of relevant professional experience in environmental, health and safety (EHS) is required.


• 3–5 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or petrochemical refining is preferred.


• A strong understanding of environmental, health and safety regulations and compliance programs, including applicable OSHA and EPA requirements, is required.


• Knowledge of workplace audits, risk assessments, process safety hazard controls, and emergency response programs is preferred.


• Experience developing and implementing safety programs, conducting investigations, and recommending corrective and preventive actions is preferred.


• Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or OHSAS 18001 is preferred.


• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.


• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills are required.


• The ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams is required.

Important Considerations:

• Work on-site at our Brooklyn Park, Minnesota facility.


• Spend time in office, manufacturing, laboratory, and other operational areas, depending on assigned responsibilities.


• Enter areas that may require personal protective equipment (PPE), specialized clothing, or other site-specific safety precautions.


• Encounter varying workplace conditions and potential environmental or occupational hazards while conducting audits, inspections, or investigations.


• Participate in site activities, employee training, and incident investigations that require coordination across departments.


• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

More About Us:

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best-in-class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that inspires and empowers you to grow through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world. #GMSGQ #ZR1 #LI-Onsite

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

• For Location: Brooklyn Park, MN


• U.S. Base Salary Range: $89,900.00 - $141,240.00


• The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.


• Locations Brooklyn Park, MN Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time Job Exempt Yes


• Takeda is an industry-leading, global pharmaceutical company with an unwavering dedication to putting patients at the center of everything we do. We live our values of Takeda-ism – Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance – and are united by our mission to strive towards Better Health and a Brighter Future for people worldwide through leading innovation in medicine. Here, everyone matters and you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission. At Takeda, you will make an impact on people’s lives – including your own.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Takeda is an equal opportunity employer.