Sr. Site Environmental Health and Safety Specialist

Andersen Corporation; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Profit Sharing

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

FSAs/HSA

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

Andersen Corporation is seeking a Safety & Environmental Specialist to align site programs with Enterprise Safety and Environmental Services, driving continuous improvement and cost reduction while ensuring regulatory compliance. Relocation may be considered and sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities include leading safety and environmental program development, coordinating site training, performing risk assessments, and supporting audits with Enterprise Safety and Environmental.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety Engineering or related discipline is required or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of safety-related and/or environmental management experience preferred in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of government health, safety & environment regulations and hazard controls.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction and demonstrate project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and coordination of safety and environmental programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local codes.
• Develop and deliver site-specific safety and environmental training materials and testing.
• Coordinate safety assessments of equipment/processes with manufacturing engineering and provide improvement support.
• Initiate projects to implement site-specific processes and best practices to reduce risks.
• Conduct environmental inspections, testing, and data collection and maintain records.

Skills

Hazard assessment

Project management

Communication skills

Independent worker

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety Engineering

Job description

ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY:

At Andersen, we see possibility everywhere, every day and in everything we do. The possibility for our employees to achieve their full potential, for our communities to be stronger and for everyone to have a healthier, happier place to live.

Our portfolio of brands — Andersen Windows & Doors, Renewal by Andersen and Fenetres MQ — is crafted to serve customers across the new residential, home improvement and light commercial building sector.

Join our more than 13,000 employees who are inspired every day to deliver exceptional experiences that turn possibility into reality.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

POSITION SUMMARY:

Ensures alignment with Enterprise Safety and Environmental Services objectives and procedures with a goal to achieve continuous improvement for the reduction of work-related injuries/illnesses, and related cost reduction strategies at the business unit level. As applicable in business unit, ensure strong environmental compliance (environmental compliance responsibilities vary by site). Achieve compliance obligations with applicable safety and health standards, and applicable environmental regulations with direction from Enterprise Safety and Environmental. This position is open to relocation. This position is not open for sponsorship at this time.

POSITION PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• As they relate to a specific business unit, leads in the development and coordination of Andersen’s safety and environmental programs and standards to implement best practices and achieve and maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local codes and regulations. In less complex sites, may take the lead on site OSHA, EPA, State, or local regulatory visits/contact. In more complex sites, provide day-to-day assessment and improvement support in the environmental area, and help coordinate with Enterprise Environmental as they manage responsibilities such as permits and compliance visits.
• Develop training materials and deliver and/or coordinate site specific safety and environmental training/testing (e.g. incident investigation, new employee orientation, lockout/tagout, powered industrial trucks, ergonomics, safety inspections, job safety analysis, audiometric testing ,LOTO, hazardous waste, stormwater, air compliance, spill response, etc.) as necessary and/or directed by Enterprise Safety and Environmental, or Plant Management in order to address hazards and comply with relevant regulations.
• Work with site manufacturing engineering to conduct safety assessments of new or modified equipment/processes in accordance with Andersen’s Safety Assessment Procedure. Participates with engineering in problem solving/resolution exercises. Seeks direction from Enterprise Safety in standard interpretation and challenging situations. Trains site engineers/project leads in the safety assessment process.
• Develops and initiates projects based on identified business unit needs in order to implement site-customized processes/procedures/best practices beyond those initiated by Enterprise Safety in order to reduce risks to associates.
• Conduct or oversee environmental inspections, perform routine tasks including monitoring, testing and data collection and maintain environmental records as needed to comply with the site’s requirements.
• Conducts ergonomic assessments to identify risk factors and work with engineering to implement control measures to address identified ergonomic risk factors. Ensure site engineers are trained in ergonomic principles and risk evaluation processes.
• Supports location safety and environmental assessments (e.g. audits, inspections, accident investigations, etc.); with site management and recommends and assists in the execution of corrective actions. Trains auditors as needed.
• Coordinate annual safety and environmental strategy development and tracking at the site level. Evaluate safety related data and conduct loss analysis to guide strategic direction/focus areas. Coordinate with business unit in safety and environmental compliance goals setting process to include leading and lagging indicators.

POSITION MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Safety Engineering or related discipline or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Masters degree preferred.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of safety-related and/or environmental management experience preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of government regulations concerning health, safety & the environment. Knowledge of relevant equipment safety standards and hazard control measures.
• Strong interpersonal/communication (verbal and written) skills
• Must be able to work independently, with minimal direction
• Demonstrated project management and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated customer‑orientation and collaborative approach.
• Significant experience with hazard assessment/evaluation and implementation of control measures to address risks.

POSITION PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS SUMMARY:

Must be able to stand for 8 hours

Must be able to lift 50 lbs

PAY RANGE:

$70,941.00 - $109,959.00

CULTURE AND BENEFITS:

At Andersen, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. Every day, theirtalent, dedication and passion enables us to be the most trusted window & door company. To support our employees, we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards Package – a thoughtful combination of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to investing in each team member’s wellbeing and success. While specific benefits may vary by position or location, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package designed to support your well‑being, growth, and future. Our benefits include:

• 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching
• Profit Sharing*
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*, Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave*
• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities

*For employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement, some benefits may differ or may not be available based on the terms of the agreement.

PROFIT SHARING:

In 2026 Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $3,600 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit Sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.

EEOC EMPLOYER:

Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Andersen Corporation will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, participate in a job interview, or engage in any part of the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.