EHS Specialist

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2023 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,000 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets.

The EHS Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing EHS programs to effectively control environmental, health, safety and security risks, while ensuring compliance with federal, state environmental and various safety regulatory agencies.  The EHS Specialist reports to the EHS Director and will provide oversight and assistance to the site leadership team, work with operations and maintenance personnel ranging from training, hazard assessment and correction, accident investigations, inspections, analytics, incident prevention programs and tracking sustainability data and initiatives.  The individual in this position will spend approximately 60% of their time at the Fridley facility and 40% at the Maple Grove facility.

Primary Responsibilities

• Ensure full implementation and visibility of the company’s injury and illness and incident prevention program to help identify and mitigate hazards.

• Investigate serious incidents, accidents and injuries and notify management of pertinent details.

• Acts as company representative in dealing with government agencies on EHS matters.

• Ensure compliance with site permits (stormwater discharge and well water withdrawal) and written site environmental plans (Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan and Spill Control and Counter Measures Plan).

• Manage and coordinate site’s Emergency Response Plan with site personnel as well as outside agencies such as local fire, EMS and police departments.

• Coordinate waste management activities within the site and treat storage and disposal facilities and identify waste minimization opportunities for the site.

• Develop and implement EHS training programs based on site procedures, practices, regulatory requirements, and incident prevention.

• Ensure training calendar is updated and training is tracked for each individual at the site based on their specific job requirements.

• Assist with the development of employee safety recognition programs.

• Help drive housekeeping and organization through 5S program.

Minimum Requirements

• BA Degree in Environmental or Safety

• 3+ years EHS experience in a manufacturing setting

• Strong organization and analytical skills to organize, analyze, and disseminate EHS information.

• Excellent verbal, written and persuasive skills to interact with line employees and management.

• Work well independently and as part of a team, remotely and in person

• Proficiency with Excel, Word, SharePoint

Preferred Requirements

• Environmental knowledge of SWPPP, SPCC, Hazardous waste regulations

• Knowledge of environmental, OSHA and DOT

• Experience with a Safety Management or Learning Systems

• Multi-site experience

This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship. Applicants must have U.S. work authorization that does not now or in the future require H.B. Fuller sponsorship of a work visa to work for H.B. Fuller.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.

The salary for this role is $85,000 - $95,000.

In addition to your salary, H.B. Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognitions programs, health & wellness benefits, 401K contributions, paid time off and paid holidays. Eligibility may vary.

H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.

H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.