What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Health & Safety / Environmental, Social, & Governance Specialist position at Microbiologics?
Brief Description
Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Specialist
Location: St. Cloud, MN (Hybrid Work Option Available)
Relocation Assistance: Available
At Microbiologics, we’re driven by a simple yet powerful mission: to make the world a safer place. Our products, services, and people empower laboratories and organizations around the world to ensure quality, safety, and innovation in life sciences.
We’re searching for an EHS & ESG Specialist who will help us advance our commitment to safety, sustainability, and community responsibility.
What You’ll Do
The EHS & ESG Specialist is responsible for establishing and supporting Microbiologics’ global Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) programs. This position will lay the foundation for a comprehensive company-wide initiative focused on workplace safety, environmental stewardship, sustainability, and social responsibility. As the sole member of the EHS/ESG function, the EHS & ESG Specialist will work cross-functionally with the executive leadership team, site leaders, Safety Officers, and department teams to implement core compliance programs, maintain regulatory documentation, and support the company’s long-term ESG vision.
Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)
Join Microbiologics and help us build a safer, more sustainable world.
Who is Microbiologics?
Microbiologics is one of the fastest growing international biotechnology companies in the nation. We are the world’s leading experts and go-to collaborators in biological products and services, focused on protecting the health and safety of people around the world. For over 50 years, we have been partnering with healthcare and life science laboratories, manufacturers, and suppliers across the globe to co-create and provide biological control materials, assay services and consulting for microbiology, molecular diagnostics, and virology. Headquartered in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, we have additional facilities in California, Kentucky, and Michigan.
What can we offer you?
Glad you asked!
Our award-winning culture is friendly, collaborative, and supportive, providing endless opportunities for individuals to learn and grow, both personally and professionally. At Microbiologics, we believe that "great vision without great people is irrelevant." That's why we are always looking for great people to join our dynamic, innovative company as we provide the highest quality biomaterials for a safer, healthier world.
We have a comprehensive benefits package that includes your standard benefits such as health and dental insurance, health savings account (company funded), life insurance, short and long-term disability, and a 401k program with a generous match to name a few. In addition, we are proud to support our team and their families by offering daycare assistance, tuition reimbursement, bonus potential, a competitive compensation and benefits package, and plenty of opportunities for training and growth.
If you have a passion for science, we encourage you to apply!
Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Specialist
Location: St. Cloud, MN (Hybrid Work Option Available)
Relocation Assistance: Available
At Microbiologics, we’re driven by a simple yet powerful mission: to make the world a safer place. Our products, services, and people empower laboratories and organizations around the world to ensure quality, safety, and innovation in life sciences.
We’re searching for an EHS & ESG Specialist who will help us advance our commitment to safety, sustainability, and community responsibility.
What You’ll Do
The EHS & ESG Specialist is responsible for establishing and supporting Microbiologics’ global Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) programs. This position will lay the foundation for a comprehensive company-wide initiative focused on workplace safety, environmental stewardship, sustainability, and social responsibility. As the sole member of the EHS/ESG function, the EHS & ESG Specialist will work cross-functionally with the executive leadership team, site leaders, Safety Officers, and department teams to implement core compliance programs, maintain regulatory documentation, and support the company’s long-term ESG vision.
Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)
- In collaboration with others, implement and maintain global EHS policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- In collaboration with others, coordinate safety training, including onboarding, PPE use, emergency response, and laboratory safety topics.
- In collaboration with others, conduct safety inspections, identify potential hazards, and document findings and corrective actions.
- Support incident investigations, root cause analyses, and the implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
- In collaboration with others, maintain all safety documentation, including training records, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and regulatory logs.
- Coordinate chemical hygiene, waste management, and environmental compliance activities.
- Serve as the main point of contact for EHS questions and assist in preparing for audits or inspections.
- Partner with Safety Officers and site teams to reinforce consistent practices and a strong safety culture.
- Support the development and coordination of Microbiologics’ ESG initiatives and sustainability goals.
- Collect and maintain data related to environmental impact, energy use, waste reduction, and other sustainability metrics.
- Assist in preparing internal ESG updates and external sustainability communications.
- Collaborate with internal groups such as Sustainability, DEIB, and Culture Club to advance social and environmental engagement.
- Participate in community outreach and volunteer initiatives aligned with company values.
- Stay informed about ESG reporting trends and assist in evaluating relevant frameworks and metrics.
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Sustainability, or related field.
- 1–3 years of experience supporting EHS, sustainability, or ESG programs (internship or early career experience acceptable).
- Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulatory frameworks preferred.
- Manager-level experience in manufacturing or laboratory settings a plus.
- Hybrid work flexibility based in St. Cloud, MN
- Meaningful work that impacts health and safety worldwide
- Supportive, mission-focused culture
- Relocation assistance available
Join Microbiologics and help us build a safer, more sustainable world.
Who is Microbiologics?
Microbiologics is one of the fastest growing international biotechnology companies in the nation. We are the world’s leading experts and go-to collaborators in biological products and services, focused on protecting the health and safety of people around the world. For over 50 years, we have been partnering with healthcare and life science laboratories, manufacturers, and suppliers across the globe to co-create and provide biological control materials, assay services and consulting for microbiology, molecular diagnostics, and virology. Headquartered in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, we have additional facilities in California, Kentucky, and Michigan.
What can we offer you?
Glad you asked!
Our award-winning culture is friendly, collaborative, and supportive, providing endless opportunities for individuals to learn and grow, both personally and professionally. At Microbiologics, we believe that "great vision without great people is irrelevant." That's why we are always looking for great people to join our dynamic, innovative company as we provide the highest quality biomaterials for a safer, healthier world.
We have a comprehensive benefits package that includes your standard benefits such as health and dental insurance, health savings account (company funded), life insurance, short and long-term disability, and a 401k program with a generous match to name a few. In addition, we are proud to support our team and their families by offering daycare assistance, tuition reimbursement, bonus potential, a competitive compensation and benefits package, and plenty of opportunities for training and growth.
If you have a passion for science, we encourage you to apply!