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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$80K - $95K *

Elevate emergency preparedness by developing strategic plans and coordinating operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure readiness and safety across NIH facilities, while leading exercises an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$69K - $108K *

Transform safety practices by collaborating with researchers and management to ensure compliance and enhance environmental health standards within the Biosciences Division, driving continuous improvem...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and safety across multiple sites. As a Regional Program Manager, you'll lead inspections, audits, and training while managing client relationships a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing the ERTS Commercial Compliance Program across a multi-state region, ensuring client satisfaction through compliance audits, training, and effective program delivery while m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

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$89K - $125K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$74K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $134K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$98K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

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

$120K - $145K *

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$90K - $110K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$86K - $138K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   11 - 15 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.