EHS Specialist - Watertown, WI

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Watertown, WI, USA
In-Office
3-5 Annually
Mid level
Food
The Role
The EHS Specialist oversees compliance with environmental health and safety regulations, conducts incident investigations, manages waste, and develops training programs.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities

Location:

 Watertown, WI

Shift/Work Schedule:

7:30am - 4:30pm

Pay range:

 N/A

Join the Team That Fuels Your Favorite Beverages

At Wis-Pak, we're more than just a manufacturer--we're the driving force behind some of the most recognized and loved beverage brands in the country, including Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Lipton Iced Tea, Aquafina, Vita Ice, Klarbrunn, and Bubbl'r. Chances are, you've enjoyed one of our products at your favorite restaurant or picked one up at your local store. Did you know you get a discount on your favorites if you work for us?


Why You'll Love Working Here

We believe in taking care of our people. Here's what you can expect:

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Critical Illness & Accident Coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • Short & Long-Term Disability
  • 401(K) with Profit Sharing
  • Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Holidays

About the Role

  • Maintain and oversee a compliant Process Safety Management program.
  • Monitor and uphold all EHS compliance requirements across the facility.
  • Complete Tier II, stormwater, and wastewater reporting.
  • Manage hazardous and non‑hazardous waste streams.
  • Partner with employees in a cooperative, respectful, and solutions‑focused manner.
  • Ensure accuracy and legal compliance of all EHS programs, documentation, and reporting.
  • Conduct thorough incident investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action recommendations.
  • Collaborate with leadership and engineering teams on equipment, facility, and process design to ensure safe, ergonomic work environments.
  • Serve as Chairperson of the Safety Committee and actively support its initiatives.
  • Develop and deliver EHS training programs for employees.
  • Stay current on DOT, OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain safety equipment, first aid supplies, and emergency response readiness.
  • Provide timely and accurate reports to facility leadership and executive management.

DISCLAIMER: The information listed above is not intended to be an all-inclusive job description. A full list of duties and responsibilities for this position is available upon request.


What We're Looking For

We’re seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety professional who is committed to creating a workplace where people feel safe, supported, and empowered. As our Facility Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist, you’ll help strengthen our safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement across the facility. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact—protecting our team, improving our processes, and upholding the highest environmental and safety standards. Working closely with the Director of Environmental Health, Safety, and Security, you’ll guide key EHS initiatives and serve as a trusted resource for employees at every level, helping keep our facility safe, compliant, and ready for the future.


What You'll Bring

  • At least 18 years of age.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a safety-related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
  • CPR/AED/First Aid Certified; Instructor certification preferred.
  • Three to five years of safety experience required.
  • Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, hazardous materials, and emergency preparedness.
  • Ability to coordinate with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.
  • High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  • Willingness to work off-shifts as needed.
  • Must pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. The company will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future
  • Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English at a level necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Our Commitment to You

Wis-Pak/WP Beverage is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We comply with EEOC regulations and use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility.


Ready to make a difference? Join us and be part of a team that's refreshing the world--one bottle at a time.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in safety-related field
  • Three to five years of safety experience
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations
  • CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
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The Company
HQ: Watertown, WI
206 Employees
Year Founded: 1969

What We Do

Wis-Pak was founded in 1969 to provide a centralized supply of canned soft drink products to its owners. A building was constructed in Watertown, Wisconsin, and equipped with a can line. Production began in 1970. Wis-Pak has since become one of the largest and most successful cooperative companies in the soft drink industry. Wis-Pak is owned by 37 Shareholders, representing 65 Pepsi-Cola franchises. Their franchises cover parts of Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin. The wholly-owned subsidiaries include eight filling plants, a transportation company, a bottled water company, and a company for centralized administration. In 2004, Wis-Pak formed a majority-owned subsidiary, WP Beverages, LLC, to purchase the Pepsi-Cola franchise operations of Madison, Wisconsin and Rockford, Illinois. Additional franchises acquired by WP Beverages include Iron Mountain, MI (2006), Mitchell, SD (2008), Park Falls, WI (2017), Rock Island, IL (2018), and Green Bay, WI (2019).

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