EHS-Specialist I

Responsible for the day to day Environmental, Health, Safety (EHS) activities for their respective facility. Responsible for communicating expectations, building relationships with facility personnel, building accountability and delivering EHS results through the implementation of the EHS MS.

• Responsible for the ongoing and effective communication, education and implementation of the EHS MS at their respective/assigned facility.
• Advocates for change and supports continuous improvement for EHS processes and program. Effectively communicate program/policy recommendations, both verbally and in writing to a broad spectrum of audiences.
• Escalates and occasionally manages EHS risks through a prioritization process with a goal of establishing a low or no risk work environment.
• Responds to emergencies (Company-wide as needed) involving hazardous material releases, facility destruction, inclement weather and property damage incidents; prepare reports of findings and may submit recommendations. Reports, communicates and thoroughly investigates accidents and incidents to determine Root Cause and follows corrective actions through to completion.
• EHS responsibilities may include but are not limited to coaching and/or ownership of PSM, RMP, Multisite locations, M & A, Wastewater and Environmental.

In addition to the responsibilities listed above, other duties may be assigned by your supervisor, as dictated by business necessity. 

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental, Health and Safety, Business, Industrial Technology, Industrial Hygiene or related disciplines; or the equivalent in education and work experience. 
• 1-year experience in safety and health field or prior experience in manufacturing leadership position with safety related responsibilities. 
• Experience in environmental, health and safety field and the ability to develop and understand environmental health and safety systems. 
• Strong oral, written and presentation skills, strong interpersonal abilities, and effective organizational skills. 
• Ability to coach and mentor facility personnel.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to a diverse workforce. 
• Ability to exercise initiative and judgment in interpreting policies and procedures, in delegating responsibilities and in analyzing and evaluating EHS activities. 
• Reports to - Sr Mgr EHS Operations 
• Direct Reports - N/A
• Indirect Reports - Facility Personnel 

Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis

Wells Enterprises, Inc. is the largest privately held ice cream manufacturer in the United States. Founded in 1913 by Fred H. Wells and run by the Wells family for generations, the company is an independent operating company of the Ferrero Group, one of the global leaders in sweet, packaged foods. 

Wells produces more than 200 million gallons of ice cream per year and distributes products in all 50 states. Wells manufactures its signature brand Blue Bunny®, lower-calorie Halo Top®, the iconic Bomb Pop®, and Blue Ribbon Classics®.

Wells employs nearly 4,000 ice cream aficionados across the country. The company is headquartered in Le Mars, Iowa, where Wells has made Le Mars the “Ice Cream Capital of the World” as the largest manufacturer of ice cream in one location.  Wells operates two manufacturing plants in Le Mars, Iowa, a manufacturing plant in Dunkirk, New York, and a manufacturing facility in Henderson, Nevada. Learn more at www.wellsenterprisesinc.com.

What We Offer

At Wells, we’re proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual incentive bonus based on Company performance.  Learn more about our benefits here.