EHS Specialist-Wood Protection Remote/Hybrid

About the role

Arxada is a global leader in innovative solutions that protect our world. Our groundbreaking technologies, in-depth regulatory know-how, manufacturing and process development help our customers to safeguard nutrition, health and infrastructure efficiently through chemistry and biotechnology that enhance sustainability. We offer a broad portfolio of ingredients and services for multiple end-markets that include Human Health & Nutrition, Home & Personal Care, Professional Hygiene, Paints & Coatings and Wood Protection.

With customers in more than 100 countries, the company achieved sales of CHF 2 billion in 2024. Headquartered in Basel (Switzerland), Arxada employs 3,200 associates across 24 production sites and 14 R&D centers, all committed to our customers' success.

About the Role

As a EHS Specialist-Wood Protection- you will play a critical role in supporting Arxada's North America Wood Business Unit and its national customer base. You will provide expert environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulatory guidance, own and manage hazard communication documentation, and partner closely with Commercial, Product Safety, and Regulatory Affairs teams. This role is ideal for a collaborative, solutions-oriented professional who thrives i n a customer-facing environment and is motivated to go beyond compliance to deliver meaningful value to customers and the business.

The ideal candidate can be located in the Southeast (preferred) or the Northeast. There will be travel to customer sites close to our existing offices.

Essential Job Functions

• EXCELLENT communication skills to interact with clients, employees and stakeholders with confidence as a SME required.
• Author, manage, and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and GHS/OSHA-compliant labels for the Wood Business Unit using SAP, representing a core responsibility of the role
• Provide timely, practical EHS and hazardous materials regulatory guidance to customers and internal commercial partners (e.g., OSHA, HazCom/GHS, DOT, RCRA, NPDES)
• Support customer technical inquiries, complaints, and compliance escalations by coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders and documenting consistent responses
• Conduct customer facility assessments and audits, delivering clear findings, recommendations, and follow-up actions
• Support customer EHS program development, including written programs, SOPs, training materials, and corrective action plans
• Prepare and review regulatory forms, reports, and permit documentation, ensuring accuracy and timely submission
• Develop and deliver EHS and product stewardship training for customers and internal teams as needed

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Chemistry, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
• 5 years of advanced experience in EHS, product safety, or related regulatory roles
• Working knowledge of U.S. federal and state regulations, including OSHA, RCRA, DOT, and NPDES
• Experience with SDS authoring and maintenance systems (SAP EH&S or equivalent required)
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex regulatory topics clearly
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across functions
• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, or CHMM are preferred

Pay and benefits

The expected salary range for this role is 90-100k annually but specific employee compensation may vary depending on factors including experience, education, training, licensure, certification, location and other job-related, non-discriminatory factors permitted by law.

This role is also eligible to earn a short-term incentive bonus and the following benefits: 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off, paid holidays and paid sick leave.

Arxada has world class offering in two distinct areas

Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) focuses on threats posed by microorganisms to people and planet through five distinct business lines including Professional Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Wood Protection, Paints & Coatings and Material Protection.

Nutrition, Care & Environmental (NCE), meanwhile, provides materials used to manufacture composites for electronics, aerospace and other markets, as well as vitamins and nutritional ingredients, chemicals and performance intermediates, and raw materials for a wide range of high-performance applications.

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