Industrial Hygienist

Sentry’s dedication to customer service is embodied by our best employees. At Sentry, our associates take care of our customers with a passion for service and delivering business results. We are seeking an experienced, self-motivated, technical and results driven individual to fill a highly skilled position in our National Accounts – Industrial Hygiene Services Division.

As an Industrial Hygienist you will work with Corporate Risk Management, Safety Management, and Plant/Facility Management contacts as well as brokerage firms to complete Industrial Hygiene Services for our casualty line of business primarily for our National Account customers.

This position can be filled as an Industrial Hygienist or Industrial Hygienist Senior based on the selected candidate’s related skills and experience.

What You'll Do

The following are some of the responsibilities of the Industrial Hygienist - National Accounts that would be located preferably in Minneapolis, MN; secondary locations include Des Moines, IA. Travel responsibilities would include the upper Midwest.

• Act as a Team Leader and conduct industrial hygiene field consultation service (noise, air quality, IAQ, etc.) for National Accounts customers. Provide industrial hygiene services for commercial lines customers, underwriting, and fee service customers at the request of IH or Safety Services management.

• Anticipate, recognize, evaluate potential health hazards, and assist customers by recommending proper controls according to ACGIH and OSHA guidelines.

• Review, assist with development and/or coordinate specific risk improvement or regulatory mandated programs. Coordinate the implementation of these programs with the customer and the safety services consultant.

• Provide technical expertise for the development of industrial hygiene-related technical bulletins or information sheets.

• Provide training for customers, safety services consultants, or Sentry Insurance employees in industrial hygiene-related areas.

• Assist sales and underwriting by providing information about prospective customers’ processes and potential exposures on conditions that may lead to occupational disease as directed by Industrial Hygiene Management.

• Assist Sentry Insurance claims department with review or evaluation of occupational disease claims that may have arisen from specific process or workplace exposures.

• Maintain and calibrate field equipment on a scheduled basis. Ensure that field work is done in a timely and professional manner.

What it Takes

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent within the Safety Sciences area (i.e., Industrial Hygiene, Analytical Chemistry, or a related science and/or engineering field).

• 2+ years of related work experience.

• M.S. Degree in industrial hygiene, or occupational and environmental health preferred.

• Certification by the American Board of Industrial Hygiene in the comprehensive practice or other specialty aspect of industrial hygiene is preferred or a willingness to achieve the CIH Designation in 3 – 5 years.

• Demonstrated competency in field consultation and familiarity with current industrial hygiene technology.

• Leadership skills, proactive attitude, proficient technical writing and communication skills.

• An acceptable motor vehicle record and ability to perform extensive travel is required (50% - 75% travel).

Based on experience and qualifications, the pay range for this position is:

• Industrial Hygienist: $74,900-$112,300 annually

• Industrial Hygienist Senior $99,700-$149,500 annually

What You'll Receive

At Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. Below are some benefits and perks that you’ll receive.

• Company car with gas card and permitted personal use

• 401(K) plan with a dollar-for-dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.

• Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our Tuition Reimbursement program

• Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as Volunteer-Time off

• Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness benefits to encourage a healthy lifestyle.

• Well-being and Employee Assistance programs

• Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving.

About Sentry

We take great pride in making Forbes’ list of America’s Best Midsize Employers. A lot of different factors go into that honor, many of which contribute to your job satisfaction.

Our bright future is built on a long track record of success. We got our start in 1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their futures ever since. Because of the trust placed in us, we’re one of the largest and financially strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States. We’re rated A+ by A.M. Best, the industry's leading rating authority.

Our headquarters is in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with offices located throughout the United States. From sales to claims, and information technology to marketing, we enjoy a rewarding and challenging work environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth.

Get ready to own your future at Sentry. Opportunities await!

Casey Van Der Geest

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Casey.VanDerGeest@sentry.com 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation.