EHS Specialist

As the largest pure-play 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.

About the role

This role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, company standards, and operational objectives while supporting a safe and sustainable workplace. The position is highly visible and involves regular engagement with employees and leaders throughout the facility to implement, maintain, and continuously improve EHSS&S programs.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain EHSS&S programs to meet regulatory and company requirements.
• Conduct routine inspections of manufacturing areas and identify corrective actions.
• Partner with plant leadership and employees to promote safe work practices.
• Lead incident, injury, and near-miss investigations and track corrective actions.
• Develop, coordinate, and deliver EHS training programs.
• Manage environmental permits, compliance reporting, and recordkeeping activities.
• Support Process Safety Management (PSM) initiatives, risk assessments, and audits.
• Drive continuous improvement projects that enhance safety, compliance, and operational performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 5+ years of EHS experience in a manufacturing, chemical processing, or industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, PSM, RMP, NFPA, and related regulatory requirements.
• Experience conducting audits, investigations, hazard assessments, and employee training.
• Authorization to work in the United States and ability to travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• ASP, CSP, CHMM, CIH, or related professional certification.
• Experience supporting PSM-regulated operations and Process Hazard Analyses (PHA/HAZOP).
• Demonstrated project management experience leading compliance or safety initiatives.
• Experience with industrial hygiene programs, exposure assessments, and chemical management systems.

Pay

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

Benefits

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.