EHS Specialist (m/f/d)

DIOSNA: Quality, Design, and Innovation Since 1885

The name DIOSNA stands for expertise and reliability. With our machines for the food and pharmaceutical industries, we are a strong partner to our customers and one of the world’s leading providers. Diosna is part of the Food, Health and Nutrition (FHN) division of Coperion GmbH.

We are looking to strengthen our team in Osnabrück:

EHS Specialist (m/f/d)

Your Responsibilities:

• Act as Occupational Safety Specialist (Sifa) in accordance with ASiG and DGUV Regulation 2
• Take on the role of Fire Safety Officer
• Advise and support all topics related to occupational safety, health protection, and accident prevention
• Organize and follow up on ASA meetings, including documentation and action tracking
• Coordinate mandatory occupational medical examinations in cooperation with the company doctor
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve the EHS management system at our German sites (Osnabrück & Burg)
• Ensure legal and regulatory compliance (e.g. ArbSchG, DGUV, environmental regulations) and liaise with authorities
• Plan and conduct trainings and safety briefings to promote a strong safety culture
• Perform risk assessments, audits, workplace inspections, and incident analyses

• Coordination with the global EHS function of the company within a matrix organization to ensure that standards, policies, as well as EHS goals and initiatives, are implemented consistently across the entire company
• Work closely with internal departments, authorities, trade associations, and external partners

Your Profile:

• Degree in EHS, engineering, safety technology, or comparable technical qualification
• Certified Occupational Safety Specialist (Sifa)
• Fire safety qualification (Parts 1 & 2) or willingness to obtain
• Several years of experience in EHS / occupational safety, ideally in a manufacturing environment
• Solid knowledge of German safety regulations and standards
• Experience working with regulatory authorities
• German fluency required; basic to intermediate English is sufficient, provided there is a strong willingness to improve, as communication takes place also in English
• Independent, structured working style with strong communication skills
• Confident in using MS Office
• Willingness to travel approx. 15-25% between Osnabrück and Burg

We Offer:

• Framework conditions: 40-hour work week, performance-based compensation with 30 days of annual leave, plus special leave and educational leave, company holidays.
• Challenging role: A versatile position with a high level of responsibility, offering the opportunity to actively shape your area of responsibility.
• Excellent reputation: Our machines and systems enjoy a stellar global reputation.
• International collaboration: Work in a dynamic, international team that values collaboration and mutual support.
• Strong network: As part of the Hillenbrand Group (https://hillenbrand.com/), you benefit from a strong corporate network and global resources.
• Work-life balance: Family-friendly company, remote work options, and flexible working hours.
• Onboarding and professional development: A good start with the support of an experienced mentor, internal training opportunities (DIOSNA Academy, LinkedIn Learning), as well as external, tailor-made training measures and personal development perspectives.
• Local perks: On-site cafeteria with discounted prices and outdoor terrace, free parking with charging stations, fruit basket, and free water.
• Corporate health promotion: Hansefit, ergonomic workplaces with adjustable desks, healthy cafeteria options, company doctor.
• Company events: Welcome breakfast, anniversary breakfast, Christmas party, seasonal grill events, and various regular events such as the Family & Friends event for employees’ friends and families.

Additional benefits: Job ticket, employee discounts, anniversary payments, monetary rewards for business improvement suggestions, employee fund, wedding allowances, and bonuses through our "Employee Referral Program."

Who we are: 

Coperion (www.coperion.com) is a global industry and technology leader in compounding and extrusion systems, size reduction, washing, separating, drying, agglomeration, feeding, weighing, material handling and pneumatic conveying systems, as well as milling, mixing, thermal processing, dust collection and other services. Coperion develops, produces, and services plants, machinery, and components for the plastics and plastics recycling, chemical, battery, minerals, food and pharmaceutical industries. Coperion employs more than 5,000 people in its three divisions, Performance Materials, Food, Health & Nutrition, and Aftermarket Sales & Service - at over 50 sales and service locations worldwide. Coperion is an Operating Company of Hillenbrand. www.hillenbrand.com 

Hillenbrand is a global industrial company that provides highly-engineered, mission-critical processing equipment and solutions to customers in over 100 countries around the world. Our portfolio is composed of leading industrial brands that serve large, attractive end markets, including durable plastics, food, and recycling. Guided by our Purpose — Shape What Matters For Tomorrow™ — we pursue excellence, collaboration, and innovation to consistently shape solutions that best serve our associates, customers, communities, and other stakeholders. To learn more, visit: www.Hillenbrand.com.

Hillenbrand and its affiliates are committed to embedding diversity, equity and inclusion into their internal operations, external business activities and relationships with their numerous partners and stakeholders. That’s why, among other things, we value giving equal opportunities to applicants and employees regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity.  In addition, Hillenbrand and its affiliates are committed to being an equal employment opportunity employer that provides opportunities for all job seekers, including those with disabilities.