HSE Specialist

Together with 6,900 colleagues worldwide, Syntegon Packaging Technology, LLC is the strategic lifecycle partner for the pharmaceutical, biotech, and food industries. Based in New Richmond, Wisconsin, the location specializes in high‑tech packaging equipment such as horizontal flow wrappers, bag closing and sealers, and robotic pick‑place machines. The city of New Richmond, known as “The City Beautiful,” offers an easy commute to the Minneapolis/St. Paul Metro area and is a short distance from Eau Claire, WI.

Position Summary

The HSE & Data Security Specialist serves as the department’s subject matter expert and coordinator for Health, Safety, Environmental (HSE), Information Security, and Data Protection programs. This role supports management in implementing and maintaining compliance with regulatory, corporate, and international standards, including OSHA, environmental regulations, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 27701, GDPR, and internal management systems. The specialist acts as a liaison between business operations, employees, regulatory agencies, auditors, HSE leadership, CISO, DPO, IT, and other stakeholders to ensure organizational compliance and effective risk management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain HSE, ISMS, PIMS and compliance management systems.
• Identify and mitigate operational, safety, security, environmental and privacy risks.
• Plan and conduct audits/inspections; manage findings and corrective actions.
• Lead incident investigations, root‑cause analysis and emergency response support.
• Manage documentation, records and regulatory submissions for audit readiness.
• Assess and monitor supplier/contractor compliance.
• Deliver training and culture initiatives to improve safety and security behaviors.
• Track KPIs, analyze performance data, and report to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Information Security, Information Technology, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in HSE, environmental compliance, information security, data protection, compliance, risk management, auditing, or a related role.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements, risk management frameworks, and incident investigation techniques.
• Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, cloud‑based platforms, and business systems.
• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, ISO Lead Auditor, Security+, CISSP, CISM, CIPP, or equivalent are desirable.
• Experience with management systems including ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 27001, and ISO 27701 preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Most work performed in an office environment; required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasional work outdoors around commercial vehicles, powered industrial trucks, and hazardous waste.
• Use of computer, phone, copier, and other office equipment throughout the day.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift up to 25 pounds; may need to maneuver large, cumbersome components.
• Must wear and work in personal protective equipment as required.

Pay

Compensation range for this role starts at $90,000. Total rewards at Syntegon include salary, potential bonus (if applicable), and benefits.

Benefits

• Health coverage: medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans starting on the first day.
• Retirement savings: 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Financial protection: employer‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability insurance and life insurance.
• Career growth: education assistance program.
• Work‑life balance: paid time off.
• Employee assistance program for confidential counseling and resources.