What are the responsibilities and job description for the HSE Specialist position at GEA Group?
HSE Specialist – GEA Farm Technologies (Galesville, WI)
GEA Farm Technologies is seeking an HSE Specialist to manage day-to-day QHSE responsibilities at our Galesville, WI location. This role ensures compliance with safety, health, environmental, and quality standards while promoting a strong safety culture.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement and oversee HSE programs, including accident prevention, fire safety, and occupational health.
- Conduct safety training, facility inspections, and risk assessments.
- Ensure compliance with all U.S. legal HSE requirements, including emergency response and incident reporting.
- Lead safety drills (fire, tornado, earthquake, evacuation).
- Investigate incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
- Audit QHSE procedures and follow up on non-conformances.
- Maintain records, safety reports, and regulatory filings (OSHA, EPA, federal/state).
- Support ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications through internal audits.
- Oversee hazardous waste management and recycling initiatives.
- Provide guidance on customer safety reporting and compliance requirements.
- Ability to travel up to 5%
- Profile And Qualifications
- Profile And Qualifications
- Two-year college degree and additional two-years of experience, Or Five years of related, Health, Safety, and Environmental experience in lieu of degree
- Minimum Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, well-developed problem-solving, decision-making and negotiation skills, assertive self-starter, detail-oriented, and strong organization skills.
Physical Requirements:
- Sit for up to 8 hours per day.
- Must be able to lift/carry 25-35 lbs. occasionally.
- Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate computer keyboard.
- May occasionally be exposed to manufacturing areas that may require personal protective equipment
- Working at GEA Group has significant benefits!
- 12 Paid Holidays
- PTO - Paid Time Off
- Medical Plans
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings and Spending Accounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 401k with excellent employer match
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- GEA Group is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all clients and employees feel welcomed, accepted and valued. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
