Global Manager Enviro, Health and Safety

ABS Global, a Genus Company, has an exciting opportunity. We are looking for a Global Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Manager to join our team. The position is located just outside of Madison, Wisconsin, and offers hybrid work options. The Global EH&S Manager has primary accountability for implementing and overseeing site-specific health, safety, and environmental operations across the assigned business unit sites. This includes ensuring compliance with EH&S policies, risk management, and fostering a strong culture of safety and environmental responsibility.

• Coordinate, develop, and deploy Group EH&S policies, best practices, and ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements.
• Identify and evaluate significant health and safety risks and develop suitable control systems.
• Investigate incidents, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventative measures.
• Develop and implement initiatives to enhance health, safety, and environmental performance across the business.
• Promote EH&S activities to increase awareness and understanding across the organization.
• Uphold the Genus core values, mission and vision.
• Position may require work responsibilities outside of normal business hours.

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Occupational Safety and Health/Environment or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Five years of full-time safety and/or occupational health operations experience.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, with the ability to effectively market and communicate EH&S solutions to all company levels.
• Proven ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally (30-45% required).
• Strong knowledge of OSHA general industry and EPA regulations, along with familiarity with equivalent international standards.
• Experience in investigations and hazard mitigation for research laboratories, industrial, institutional, and facilities maintenance operations.
• Knowledge of Fire Protection, Contractor Safety, Injury/Illness Prevention, Electrical Safety, Hazardous Substances, and Ergonomics.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange.  Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing.  We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future. 

ABS Global is a Genus company and is the world-leading provider of bovine genetics, reproductive services, technologies and udder care products.  Marketing in more than 70 countries around the globe, ABS has been at the forefront of animal genetics and technology since its founding in 1941.  We are uniquely positioned as a global player with a dedicated research and development function and an international distribution network.  We breed and distribute the genes of the world’s best bulls, scientifically selecting livestock whose offspring is designed to increase the profitability of our customers who are some of the world’s biggest farmers and food producers. IntelliGen Technologies is the technology within ABS that develops sexed bovine genetics that helps customers maximize their profitability and reach their end goals in a fast and efficient manner.

Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to help nourish the world.

At Genus we offer a competitive salary. Benefits include health, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, long and short-term disability, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays and ETO (employee time off). This position will have opportunity for growth.  

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. 

Genus plc will never ask you to provide fees or payment for computer, software, or other equipment or supplies during the recruitment and/or onboarding process. If you have any questions about your individual application, please contact the Genus Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.