EHS Specialist

Job Summary EHS Specialist Are you passionate about creating a safer, healthier, and more sustainable workplace while making a meaningful impact on people and the environment every day? IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

Health & Biosciences: Channeling our passion for nature and bioscience into sustainable, life-enhancing technologies that power innovative solutions across healthcare, food, consumer and industrial markets. The role is based in Migdal HaEmek, Israel (onsite role) . Be part of a proactive, dedicated, and solution-oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact.

Your potential is our inspiration. Where You'll Make a Difference Own and lead the Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) agenda for the manufacturing site, including compliance, risk management, employee engagement, and the implementation of continuous improvement programs to foster a safe and sustainable workplace.

Ensure compliance with all applicable environmental, health and safety laws, regulations, permits, and corporate standards. Lead incident and accident investigations and manage effective injury and illness case management, including return-to-work programs. Develop, implement, and facilitate environmental, health and safety training programs while maintaining all required documentation and training records.

Monitor, collect, analyze, and report environmental and safety performance data, compliance metrics, incidents, and progress against objectives. Lead and participate in employee engagement initiatives, including safety committees, ergonomic assessments, and incident investigation teams.

Review new operations, equipment, processes, and facility changes to identify and mitigate environmental, health and safety risks before implementation. Lead the management of hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal programs, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and transportation requirements.

Manage the development and execution of capital projects to improve EHS for the site Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ensure all chemical and material-related documentation remains current and compliant. What Makes You the Right Fit Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Engineering, or another related discipline.

Certified Safety Officer. 2-4 years of environmental, health and safety experience within a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment. Experience monitoring occupational exposures such as noise, airborne contaminants, and other industrial hygiene hazards. Proven experience driving continuous improvement initiatives and implementing practical environmental, health and safety solutions.

Knowledge of environmental, health and safety regulations and compliance requirements. Experience working with, supporting, or liaising with regulatory agencies and external auditors. Strong project management, training delivery, and stakeholder engagement skills. Business-level English proficiency, both written and verbal. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

How Would You Stand Out? ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 Lead Auditor certification. Health and Safety Management certification or equivalent professional qualification. Self-driven, positive mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Why Choose Us? Opportunity to make a direct impact on the safety, health, and environmental performance of a global manufacturing site.

Work with experienced regional and global environmental, health and safety professionals. Exposure to international standards, best practices, and continuous improvement projects. Professional onboarding and training opportunities. Ongoing learning and career development programs. Inclusive, collaborative, and purpose-driven work environment.

Application Note: Please submit your CV in English as part of your application. Applications submitted in English will ensure a smooth and efficient review process. We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential.

We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability. Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more