Industrial Hygienist Jobs

Industrial hygienists help protect workers and communities by identifying, evaluating, and controlling health hazards in workplaces. Explore vetted Industrial Hygienist opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders, including positions in manufacturing, healthcare, construction, energy, consulting, and government.

What Industrial Hygienists Do

These professionals assess workplace exposures to chemical, physical, and biological hazards, such as airborne contaminants, noise, heat, and infectious agents. They conduct inspections and sampling, interpret results, recommend controls, and help organizations meet occupational health and safety requirements. Many also develop programs, train employees, investigate incidents, and advise leaders on risk reduction.

Common Industrial Hygienist Roles

Job titles may include Senior Industrial Hygienist, Corporate Industrial Hygienist, Occupational Health and Safety Manager, Exposure Assessment Specialist, and Industrial Hygiene Consultant. Responsibilities and titles vary by employer, industry, experience level, and scope of work.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek knowledge of exposure assessment, hazard recognition, sampling methods, and relevant regulations. Strong communication, analytical, report-writing, and project-management skills are valuable, along with experience translating technical findings into practical controls. Many roles require a degree in industrial hygiene, occupational health, environmental health, or a related field. Professional credentials such as Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) may be preferred or required for advanced positions.

Explore Industrial Hygienist Careers on Ladders

Find Industrial Hygienist and related occupational health roles with compensation of $100,000 or more. Browse opportunities by employer, location, and seniority to identify a role that matches your expertise and career goals.

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$78K - $120K *

Advance your career by developing and implementing corporate safety and environmental programs while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards across multiple locations. Play a key role in trainin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$81K - $113K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring a safe and compliant manufacturing environment. Lead EHS initiatives, train employees, and foster a culture of safety while collaborating across functions to e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$93K - $104K *

Develop and manage comprehensive EHS programs, ensuring compliance and safety across operations. Lead risk assessments, training initiatives, and incident investigations while fostering a culture of s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Unlock the potential of construction safety through the development and implementation of effective health programs, ensuring compliance and fostering a proactive culture to prevent incidents on diver...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $155K *

Oversee complex EHS consulting projects, driving client satisfaction and team development. Leverage deep technical expertise to enhance client relationships and deliver high-quality, integrated servic...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$72K - $89K *

Elevate project outcomes by managing field chemistry tasks, ensuring accurate data collection, and collaborating with teams to meet environmental standards across various sites in California...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $89K *

Shape the future of environmental science by supporting field and office chemistry tasks. Collaborate with project teams to ensure data integrity and compliance while managing sample collection and an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Optimize environmental, health, and safety practices at a new facility, ensuring compliance and safety during construction activities while mentoring teams and resolving EHS issues effectively...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of environmental compliance initiatives by developing water quality plans, leading fieldwork, and analyzing data to ensure regulatory adherence and support project management efforts in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$70K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing workplace safety and compliance in a fast-paced FDA regulated environment. Leverage your EHS expertise to drive initiatives, manage permits, and mentor staff...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$89K - $136K *

Elevate workplace safety by implementing and managing industrial safety programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a proactive safety culture to protect employees and the environmen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Advance workplace safety by conducting complex industrial hygiene surveys, analyzing health hazards, and implementing effective risk control strategies. Collaborate with multi-location teams to enhanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Drive the future of workplace safety by conducting advanced industrial hygiene surveys, analyzing health hazards, and implementing effective risk control strategies. Mentor staff and collaborate with...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Contribute to advanced industrial hygiene assessments, identifying workplace hazards and implementing effective control strategies. Collaborate with teams to enhance service delivery and mentor junior...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $148K *

Transform workplace safety with your expertise by managing and enhancing occupational health programs. Lead regulatory compliance, emergency preparedness, and risk management initiatives to foster a c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Transform your career by managing complex environmental projects across New England. Lead diverse teams, mentor junior staff, and cultivate client relationships while ensuring compliance and deliverin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$78K - $112K *

Manage EHS compliance for California operations, supporting environmental programs, ensuring regulatory adherence, and driving sustainability initiatives while collaborating with various departments f...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Inspire a culture of safety across diverse construction sites by leading EHS operations, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive incident prevention and foster communication b...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$60K - $111K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $110K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to conducting impactful environmental assessments and analyses. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to support transportation projects, ensuring compliance and sust...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$78K - $89K *

Champion a safe workplace by leading EHS initiatives, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture where safety is prioritized. Collaborate with leaders to implement effective programs for employee we...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion environmental compliance initiatives by providing multi-media support across various sectors. Leverage technical expertise to manage projects, conduct audits, and develop client relationships...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of environmental compliance by providing expert support across multiple sectors. Leverage your technical skills to manage air and stormwater permitting, compliance audits, and client...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of environmental compliance by providing expert support across various sectors, including industrial and transportation. Leverage your technical skills to manage projects, conduct aud...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an industrial hygienist do?question toggle

    An industrial hygienist identifies, evaluates, and helps control workplace health hazards. The work can include exposure sampling, risk assessments, recommending controls, supporting compliance, and educating employees and managers.

  • Where do industrial hygienists work?question toggle

    Industrial hygienists work across sectors such as manufacturing, construction, energy, healthcare, government, and professional consulting. Their work may take place at operational sites, in offices, or across multiple locations.

  • What qualifications are common for industrial hygienist jobs?question toggle

    Many positions seek a degree in industrial hygiene, occupational or environmental health, or a related discipline, along with experience assessing workplace hazards. Senior roles may favor professional credentials such as the CIH, depending on the employer and responsibilities.

  • How much do Industrial Hygienist jobs on Ladders pay?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compensation varies by role, employer, location, experience, and qualifications.

  • What skills help industrial hygienists succeed?question toggle

    Useful skills include exposure assessment, hazard control, regulatory knowledge, data analysis, clear technical writing, communication, and project management. The ability to explain complex findings and recommend practical solutions is especially valuable.