EHS Specialist/Site Admin

The EHS Program Assistant supports the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager in overseeing all Land O’Lakes EHS programs. This position helps maintain a safe workplace, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives. The EHS Specialist/Site Administrator reports directly to the EHS Manager and works closely with all department managers to promote a strong safety culture.

Salary: 51,520 - $77,280. In most cases, candidates offered employment can expect to be hired at a pay rate near the middle of our salary ranges.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 08:00 AM-4:30 PM. On occasion On-call duty for urgent operational needs may be required. Weekends/Holidays and OT as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the EHS Manager in managing and implementing EHS programs across the facility.

• Support a 24/7 manufacturing operation by providing EHS guidance and responding to incidents as needed.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in safety and environmental performance.

• Coordinate and deliver EHS training to employees at all levels.

• Conduct regular facility audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify and address hazards.

• Maintain accurate EHS records, prepare reports, and track key safety and environmental metrics.

• Participate in the development and revision of EHS policies, procedures, and work instructions.

• Support Process Safety Management (PSM) activities and ensure compliance with applicable standards.

• Assist with regulatory reporting and interface with government agencies as required.

• Responsible for assisting with patient travel/hospital assistance for injured employees

• Manage badges within the Badge system, including creation, disabling, and deletion

• Use the Crown system to organize Forklift training sessions

• Handle food orders for every department at the facility

• Operate the ILobby platform and related systems

• Oversee ordering of uniforms and boots for both new hires and existing employees

• Lead Employee Engagement activities, which includes planning site events, organizing staff gatherings, and arranging holiday meals

• Willingness to participate in ongoing training and professional development.

Required Competencies and Skills:

• Strong leadership and teamwork abilities.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficiency with computers and standard office software (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.

Required Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Required Experience:

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in an EHS-related role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Education:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.

Preferred Education:

• Familiarity with OSHA, EPA, and NFPA regulations and standards.

• Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM) in a manufacturing setting.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent presence required on the plant floor and in production areas.

• Able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds

• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements

• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment

• Working in temperature zones that include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include areas where dust and chemicals are present

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

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