Senior EHS Specialist

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This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. 

Your Role:

As a Senior EHS Specialist at our Dekalb site, you will provide ergonomics, and human factors support directly to all sites within St. Louis. Housed within the Industrial Hygiene Program, you will have the opportunity reduce workplace losses and learn new skills in diverse environments. Specific responsibilities include:

• Conducting and documenting detailed ergonomic risk assessments on processes at all sites in St. Louis
• Develop, implement, and maintain any trainings associated with ergonomics
• Identify risk treatment solutions for highest-risk processes and work with project managers and site management to implement solutions
• Perform industrial hygiene assessments for non-ergonomic issues
• Interact routinely with site management, supervision, and personnel on EHS related matters
• Respond to and assist in investigation of employee injuries
• Be the subject matter expert (SME) for ergonomics within St. Louis EHS

Physical Attributes:

• Wear PPE such as hard hats, safety shoes, safety glasses, respirator, and gloves

• Walk and climb steps routinely
• May require work in ambient temperature and humidity environments

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Hygiene, Environmental Science, or other EHS discipline

• 5+ years of direct ergonomics experience in the chemical, specialty chemical, or     pharmaceutical industry
• 2+ years of experience performing ergonomic risk assessments

Or

• Masters Degree in Hygiene, Environmental Science, or other EHS discipline
• 2+ years of direct ergonomics experience in the chemical, specialty chemical, or pharmaceutical industry
• 2+ years of experience performing ergonomic risk assessments

Preferred qualifications:

• Certified Professional Ergonomist, Certified Human Factors Professional, or willing to obtain certification within 3 years
• knowledge of IH, Safety, and Environmental regulations and standards
• Experience in public speaking, including meeting with and providing training to site personnel
• Experience with hazardous communication and industrial hygiene

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!