Veolia North America
Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia’s Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.
Job Summary The Health and Safety Specialist will oversee the implementation and administration of all Health, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and OSHA compliance programs at the Veolia WTS Minnetonka, MN facility. The role focuses on providing a healthy, accident‑free work environment for all employees through identifying, evaluating, and controlling environmental and workplace health hazards.
Key Characteristics
Passion for environmental, health, and safety-related matters
Enthusiastic trainer
Organized and attentive to details
Self‑motivated
Duties & Responsibilities
Lead activities driving compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and corporate EHS laws, regulations, policies, and guidelines
Lead and improve EHS programs and practices in the plant to eliminate hazards and reduce associated risks
Support the Management of Change Program and conduct safety inspections
Lead incident investigations
Participate in sustainability initiatives and reporting
Promote behavioral based safety
Ensure all employee and contractor training is completed, documented, and maintained
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Demonstrate depth and breadth of knowledge in hazard recognition, evaluation, and control
Analyze data and audit processes that drive compliance in ergonomics, noise, confined space, lockout/tagout, and machine guarding
Initiate and drive development programs to eliminate hazards and reduce risks
Lead or support workplace incident investigations, complete root‑cause analyses, and ensure corrective actions are implemented
Provide EHS support for manufacturing departments in design and installation of new or modified equipment, new product introduction, incoming material approval, and change management
Assist in plant safety committee activities and provide regulatory interpretation guidance
Lead departmental EHS projects and complete required reports
Qualifications Education & Experience (Required)
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field
At least 5 years of experience in an EHS role at a manufacturing facility
Preferred
Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP®), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or similar
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work closely with plant management and production employees
Working knowledge of ergonomics, noise, confined space, machine guarding, and chemical approvals
Experience in industrial hygiene, PHA development, and startup operations
Knowledge of Google Workspace or Microsoft Office
Working Conditions
Less than 10% travel
Ability to work in a chemical environment
Benefits
Competitive salary range: $90,000 – $95,000 annually plus 10% annual incentive plan (AIP)
Health, dental, and vision insurance starting Day 1
Life insurance
Paid time off and paid holidays
Parental leave
401(k) plan – 3% default contribution plus matching
Flexible spending and health saving accounts
AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.
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Job Summary The Health and Safety Specialist will oversee the implementation and administration of all Health, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and OSHA compliance programs at the Veolia WTS Minnetonka, MN facility. The role focuses on providing a healthy, accident‑free work environment for all employees through identifying, evaluating, and controlling environmental and workplace health hazards.
Key Characteristics
Passion for environmental, health, and safety-related matters
Enthusiastic trainer
Organized and attentive to details
Self‑motivated
Duties & Responsibilities
Lead activities driving compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, and corporate EHS laws, regulations, policies, and guidelines
Lead and improve EHS programs and practices in the plant to eliminate hazards and reduce associated risks
Support the Management of Change Program and conduct safety inspections
Lead incident investigations
Participate in sustainability initiatives and reporting
Promote behavioral based safety
Ensure all employee and contractor training is completed, documented, and maintained
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Demonstrate depth and breadth of knowledge in hazard recognition, evaluation, and control
Analyze data and audit processes that drive compliance in ergonomics, noise, confined space, lockout/tagout, and machine guarding
Initiate and drive development programs to eliminate hazards and reduce risks
Lead or support workplace incident investigations, complete root‑cause analyses, and ensure corrective actions are implemented
Provide EHS support for manufacturing departments in design and installation of new or modified equipment, new product introduction, incoming material approval, and change management
Assist in plant safety committee activities and provide regulatory interpretation guidance
Lead departmental EHS projects and complete required reports
Qualifications Education & Experience (Required)
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field
At least 5 years of experience in an EHS role at a manufacturing facility
Preferred
Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP®), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or similar
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work closely with plant management and production employees
Working knowledge of ergonomics, noise, confined space, machine guarding, and chemical approvals
Experience in industrial hygiene, PHA development, and startup operations
Knowledge of Google Workspace or Microsoft Office
Working Conditions
Less than 10% travel
Ability to work in a chemical environment
Benefits
Competitive salary range: $90,000 – $95,000 annually plus 10% annual incentive plan (AIP)
Health, dental, and vision insurance starting Day 1
Life insurance
Paid time off and paid holidays
Parental leave
401(k) plan – 3% default contribution plus matching
Flexible spending and health saving accounts
AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.
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