What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Health Safety Specialist position at Ingredion Incorporated?
About Ingredion:
Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.
Location: Plover, WI
Workplace type: Onsite
Drive compliance with environmental and health standards by ensuring all plant processes meet national and international regulations, while contributing to policy implementation and employee safety training.
As a EHSS Lead, you will ensure plant processes comply with national and international environmental standards. Assist in policy implementation and health and safety regulations. Conduct studies and analyses for environmental compliance, provide safety training, coordinate health programs, and offer medical consultations for employees
What you will do:
- Implement and maintain EHSS programs for the Potato Network region, ensuring compliance with federal, state, local regulations, and Ingredion standards.
- Administer site EHSS processes, including training, documentation, program enforcement, auditing, and record retention.
- Implement security protocols for employee safety and compliance with the Food Safety Act.
- Follow Workers Compensation laws and report incidents and injuries accurately in the EHSS database.
- Conduct site EHSS training and lead EHSS activities, including the safety observation program and site safety committee.
- Report monthly progress on EHS goals, determining countermeasures for any negative deviations.
What you will bring:
- BS degree in industrial health or a related field preferred, or equivalent EHS experience with a minimum high school diploma.
- Prior experience in safety, health, and environmental roles within a manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge in medical, fire prevention, and security defense, with strong investigation and presentation skills.
Who you are:
- Ability to deal with ambiguity and effect change through persuasion and communication.
- Build trust and confidence, ensuring employee engagement in EHS initiatives.
- Strong problem-solving, employee relations, and facilitation skills.
Why Join Ingredion?
Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:
- Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
- Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
- Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
- Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
- Employee Discount Program – Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel
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Salary : $69,800 - $90,000