Joshua Wagner
About Joshua Wagner
Joshua Wagner is the Environment, Health and Safety Manager at General Mills in the United States, with over a decade of experience in health, safety, and environment management.
Current Role at General Mills
Joshua Wagner currently serves as the Environment, Health and Safety Manager at General Mills in the United States. He is responsible for overseeing and implementing health, safety, and environmental policies to ensure workplace safety and regulatory compliance. His experience in safety management allows him to effectively contribute to the company's operational success.
Previous Positions at General Mills
Prior to his current role, Joshua Wagner was the Associate Health, Safety, and Environment Manager at General Mills, where he served from 2014 to 2020 in Murfreesboro, TN. During his tenure, he focused on health and safety protocols and contributed to various safety initiatives within the company. His key accomplishment includes implementing a performance-based occupational safety and health management system that improved safety performance metrics.
Internship and Risk Control Experience
Joshua Wagner gained valuable experience in risk control during his internship at J. Smith Lanier & Co. from 2013 to 2014 for 9 months. This role provided him with foundational knowledge and practical experience in identifying and managing risks, which has been instrumental in his subsequent positions in health, safety, and environment management.
Educational Background in Occupational Health and Safety
Joshua Wagner holds a Master's of Science in Engineering Technology/Occupational Health & Safety from Middle Tennessee State University, obtained between 2012 and 2014. His advanced education provided him with the technical knowledge and skills required to excel in health and safety management roles. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from the same institution, completed in 2010.
Early Career and Transition to Safety Management
Initially, Joshua Wagner began his professional career as a Teacher at Blackman Middle School from 2011 to 2012. He later transitioned to the aerospace sector as a Material Specialist at Embraer, working there for eight months between 2012 and 2013. This diverse background, including his teaching and aerospace industry experience, has equipped him with a unique perspective and a versatile skill set for his roles in health and safety management.