Givaudan Careers EHS Specialist

Givaudan•Carol Stream, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As an EHS Specialist at Givaudan, you will work under the leadership of the EHS Manager, supporting daily activities and one or more EHS specializations. You will promote the EHS culture across the organization and help protect the health and safety of employees and contractors while supporting environmental, health, and safety programs at the site. The role includes delivering training and orientations, supporting the development and implementation of EHS procedures and policies, coordinating inspections and audits, following up on corrective and preventive actions, and contributing to incident investigations and risk assessments. You will also liaise with relevant authorities and report potential concerns to the EHS Manager. The established salary range is $82,000–$100,000 annually. Actual compensation depends on individual qualifications, including skills, experience, training, certifications, education, and internal equity. Givaudan describes an inspiring teamwork culture that supports collaboration and learning across disciplines, regions, and divisions.

Requirements

University degree in chemistry, engineering, EHS, or another related field.
At least 2 years of working experience in the chemical or manufacturing industry.
5+ years of experience in the EHS specialization.
Fluent English; local language is essential.
Any 8–10 technical competencies according to the EHS specialization domain.

Responsibilities

Conduct EHS orientation training for new employees and/or contractors.
Facilitate toolbox meetings and deliver other EHS training as required.
Help develop EHS procedures and policies and track their implementation.
Organize regular site safety inspections with department or area owners, report findings, and follow up on corrective and preventive actions.
Follow up on audit findings and evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of corrective and preventive actions.
Help organize site EHS committee meetings and follow up on agreed actions.
Maintain regular liaison with authorities related to Environment, Health and Safety, and report indications of authority concerns to the EHS Manager.
Carry out incident investigations and propose corrective actions for implementation.
Help with risk assessments and provide practical solutions to minimize risks.
Promote the EHS culture across the organization and support daily EHS activities and one or more EHS specializations.