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EHS Specialist

Kerry
Melrose, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/13/2026
About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

Key responsibilities

  • Support and maintain EHS programs that reduce workplace injuries and illnesses and ensure

Compliance With OSHA And Other Regulatory Requirements.

  • Provide consultation to managers and employees on health, safety, and environmental issues,

helping align site practices with corporate safety goals.

  • Conduct inspections and audits of warehouse or facility operations to identify hazards and ensure

safety compliance.

  • Coordinate site EHS activities, including training, reporting, incident investigations, and

continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Promote a strong safety culture, often through coaching, training, and implementing best‑in‑class

safety practices.

  • Facilitate new safety approaches that combine technology and human‑centered solutions to

improve workplace safety.

Qualifications and skills

  • Experience in EHS, safety compliance, or industrial operations.
  • Knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental standards.
  • Strong communication and training skills.
  • Ability to conduct investigations and implement corrective actions.
  • Ability to influence culture and drive innovation in safety practices.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

A Technical or bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Occupational Safety & Health

(OSHA‑focused programs) Engineering, Public Health or related field is desired. Experience will be

considered in lieu of formal education.

Compensation Data

The pay range for this position is $63,000 - $116,900 in Annual Salary. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on June 18th, 2026.

We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not use AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams.

Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at Know Your Rights Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.

Recruiter

Posting Type
DNI

Salary : $63,000 - $116,900

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