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At Novonesis, safety, sustainability, and care for people are at the heart of everything we do. In this role, you will help create a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace—protecting our employees while supporting our mission to deliver sustainable solutions.
You will join a collaborative EHS team and work closely with colleagues across operations, engineering, maintenance, and leadership. Your work will have a direct impact on employee well‑being, regulatory compliance, and our journey toward zero injuries and strong environmental performance.
The Role & Your Impact
As an EHS Specialist, you will play a key role in developing, implementing, and maintaining occupational health, safety, and environmental programs across our New Berlin facility. You will partner closely with the site stakeholders to drive compliance, continuous improvement, and a proactive safety culture.
Key responsibilities include:
Support the development and implementation of EHS policies and procedures in compliance with OSHA and other regulatory requirements
Develop and deliver required safety and environmental training
Lead incident investigations and manage incidents and safety observations in the EHSQ system
Support and maintain management systems such as ISO 45001 and ISO 14001
Conduct risk assessments, job hazard analyses, PPE assessments, and industrial hygiene surveys
Develop and maintain Lock Out/Tag Out procedures in partnership with Maintenance and Engineering
Perform safety and environmental compliance audits and ensure corrective actions are completed
Support recycling, sustainability, emergency response, ergonomics, and fire prevention programs
Collaborate cross‑functionally and contribute to regional and global EHS initiatives, including limited travel (<10%)
What You'll Need to Be Successful
Must-haves:
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health or a related field (or equivalent experience)
3–5 years of experience in industrial or manufacturing safety
Working knowledge of OSHA CFR 1910 and CFR 1926 regulations
Experience conducting incident investigations, audits, and risk assessments
Ability to manage confidential information appropriately, including HIPAA‑related matters
Strong analytical, organizational, and time‑management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment and collaborate effectively at all organizational levels
Additional Skills & Interests We Value
Nice‑to‑haves:
Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, ARM, ALCH, or similar
OSHA 10, 30, or 501 training certifications
Experience in food‑grade or regulated manufacturing environments
Knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, or OHSAS 18001 standards
Experience supporting capital projects or leading safety‑focused improvement initiatives
Interest in sustainability and employee engagement initiatives
What We Offer
A meaningful role focused on employee safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement
Opportunities to grow your expertise and influence safety culture across the organization
Collaboration with passionate colleagues across functions and regions
A values‑driven workplace where safety and care for people come first
Ways of Working / Working Conditions
This role is office‑based with regular presence in production environments. Entry into production areas requires the use of personal protective equipment, occasional exposure to cold environments, and ability to move around in the facility including climbing ladders and bending, stooping, and kneeling.
Compensation & Benefits
Expected salary range: $80k to $95k
Benefits you will enjoy:
401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution!
Minimum of 3 weeks' vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time
Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
Healthcare savings account option with generous employer contribution
Employee assistance program
Parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
All benefits begin on your first day!


Our purpose guides the way
In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.
Opportunities for everyone
We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.
We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.
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