Health & Safety Specialist at Urschel Laboratories, Inc. (Chesterton, IN)
Urschel Laboratories, Inc.· Chesterton, IN·
Job description
Urschel, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking a Health & Safety Specialist to join our Environmental, Health & Safety team. In this role, you'll help foster a culture where safety is a shared responsibility and every employee-owner goes home safely each day. Working alongside employees, supervisors, Engineering, Maintenance, and leadership teams, you'll serve as a trusted resource for machine safety, high-risk work activities, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement efforts. This position is onsite at our corporate headquarters in Chesterton, Indiana.
Urschel employee-owners design and manufacture industrial cutting equipment for food processing and allied industries around the world from our global headquarters located in Chesterton, Indiana, U.S.A. Consumers purchase goods manufactured on Urschel cutting equipment on a daily basis. Advanced manufacturing technologies are utilized at our climate controlled, clean, and environmentally conscious facility.
Company Benefits, Rewards and Perks:
- Quarterly performance award bonus based on overall company performance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Stock Issued Annually
- 2 Weeks’ Vacation Available Upon Hire
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Available on 1st Day of Employment
- Low Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Premiums and Deductibles
- Free Health Clinic (Available to Employees and Their Dependents)
- 401(k) with Employer Matching
- Free Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays
- Free 24/7 Access to An Onsite Workout Center with Personal Trainers
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Support for Community Involvement/Philanthropy
As our Health & Safety Specialist, you'll spend your time partnering with teams across the organization to identify risks, develop practical solutions, and strengthen our safety culture. You'll lead and support safety programs related to machine guarding, Lockout/Tagout, electrical safety, fall protection, confined spaces, powered industrial trucks, and other high-risk activities. You'll conduct audits, inspections, and hazard assessments, investigate incidents, and help ensure corrective actions are implemented and sustained. You'll also play an important role in employee training, emergency preparedness initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts that make our workplace safer every day.
We're looking for someone who combines technical safety knowledge with a collaborative, people-first approach. The ideal candidate has three or more years of experience supporting health and safety programs in a manufacturing environment, along with a strong understanding of occupational health and safety regulations and their practical application in the workplace. Experience with machine safety, equipment safety, and high-risk activities such as Lockout/Tagout, electrical safety, fall protection, or confined space programs is highly valued. The successful candidate is a proactive problem solver who can balance attention to detail with big-picture thinking, effectively manage multiple priorities, and build strong relationships across all levels of the organization. Strong communication skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, and a continuous improvement mindset are essential for helping employees and leaders identify risks, implement solutions, and strengthen our culture of safety.
If you are seeking an outstanding career opportunity, visit the Urschel careers link directly at urschel.com/careers or find us on Facebook or LinkedIn.
EEO/Veteran/Disability
Date Posted: 9/9/2026
Why work at Urschel Laboratories, Inc.
- Employee Ownership: All full‑time and qualifying part‑time employees automatically become participants in the ESOP after one year (1,000+ hours), receiving company stock contributions at no cost.
- Benefits & Perks:
- Health/dental/vision insurance – available immediately upon hire with low deductibles.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) – annual contributions of company stock.
- Vacation time available immediately, paid sick days, holidays, life insurance, long‑term care, disability coverage.
- Tuition assistance and scholarship opportunities (e.g., Vincennes University partnership).
- On‑site fitness center with personal trainers and fitness classes.
- Work Environment: 100% employee‑owned culture with a “positive work environment.” Roles are primarily on‑site at the Chesterton, IN campus; remote work is not typical for manufacturing or office roles.
- Engineering & Innovation Culture: The company retains “Laboratories” in its name to reflect its commitment to continuous R&D. Employees work on cutting‑edge food‑processing machinery in a modern, 500,000 sq ft facility.
- Recognition: Voted “Best Place to Work” three years running, indicating strong employee satisfaction and community reputation.