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Position Summary The EHS, Facilities, & Security Specialist is an onsite Environmental, Health, Safety, Facilities, and Physical Security professional supporting Neogen's Minnesota R&D and laboratory operations. Reporting to the Regional EHS Manager - North, this role is responsible for coordinating and implementing EHS programs, supporting facility operations, maintaining regulatory compliance, and assisting with site-level security and risk management activities. The position partners closely with R&D, laboratory, facilities, and operational stakeholders to promote a safe, compliant, secure, and efficient workplace. EHS Responsibilities:
• Support implementation of EHS programs focused on injury prevention, regulatory compliance, and risk reduction within R&D and laboratory operations. • Coordinate site EHS inspections, audits, corrective actions, and compliance activities. • Assist with environmental compliance programs including hazardous waste management, chemical management, wastewater, stormwater, and regulatory reporting support. • Support incident investigations, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and follow-up activities. • Maintain EHS records, permits, training documentation, and compliance tracking systems. • Coordinate employee EHS training and awareness programs. • Support industrial hygiene, ergonomics, exposure control, respiratory protection, hearing conservation, and related occupational health programs. • Participate in Management of Change (MOC) activities for facility, process, and laboratory modifications. Core EHS Program Support
• Environmental Compliance and hazardous & biological waste mgt. • Exposure Control and occupational health programs • Ergonomics assessments and risk reduction activities • Hazardous materials and chemical management • Risk assessments and corrective action tracking • Contractor safety oversight • Training development and delivery • Incident reporting and investigation • Continuous improvement and Lean/Six Sigma activities
Site Facilities:
• Serve as the primary local contact for facilities-related requests, maintenance coordination, contractor oversight, and facility improvement projects. • Partner with Corporate Facilities on capital projects, maintenance planning, space utilization, and infrastructure upgrades. • Track EHS and facilities KPIs and prepare reports for leadership review. • Support continuous improvement initiatives and standardization efforts across EHS and facilities functions. Site Physical Security
• Conduct routine physical security inspections of the site, including access control, doors, cameras, fencing, lighting, and security equipment. • Administer site access processes including badge requests, visitor management support, and coordination with Human Resources and site leadership. • Support site emergency response planning, drills, business continuity, and crisis management activities. • Coordinate with contracted security providers, local emergency responders, and corporate security resources as needed. • Investigate and document security incidents, access control concerns, and suspicious activity. • Maintain security records, procedures, and site emergency contact information. • Assist with implementation of corporate security standards and site vulnerability reduction initiatives. Behavioral Expectations
• Ownership and accountability • Bias for action • Strong attention to detail • Customer-focused support mindset • Effective communication and collaboration • Continuous improvement orientation • Highest standards of integrity and compliance Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in EHS, environmental science, safety, engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent experience. • 3-5 years of EHS, laboratory, facilities, operations, or related experience. • Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, hazardous waste, chemical safety, and laboratory safety requirements. • Experience supporting inspections, audits, training, investigations, and compliance programs. • Ability to coordinate facilities maintenance and contractor activities. • Experience with Microsoft Office applications and data tracking tools. • Ability to work onsite in Minnesota supporting R&D and laboratory operations. • Ability to travel up to 25%, or as required. • Able to safely climb ladders, stairs, lift up to 50lbs, and wear a full-face respirator as needed. • Ability and willingness to become CPR, AED & First Aid certified and provide emergency care as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
• Professional EHS certifications (ASP, CSP, CHMM, OHST, or similar). • Experience supporting physical security and access control systems. • Knowledge of industrial hygiene and ergonomic assessment tools. • Lean, Kaizen, or continuous improvement experience. • Experience within biotechnology, laboratory, pharmaceutical, food manufacturing, or related industries.
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