Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist

Environmental Health and Safety EHS Specialist•Romeoville, IL

20d

About The Position

Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist Reporting to the Sr Environmental, Health, & Safety Manager, this position will support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Environmental, Health, and Safety programs across manufacturing, warehousing, and office operations. This role works closely with employees, supervisors, and managers to ensure compliance with local, state, federal, and corporate EHS requirements. As an Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist you will: Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs, policies, and compliance plans. Conduct regular safety inspections, observations, and risk assessments to ensure adherence to OSHA, EPA, DOT, FAA, fire codes, and internal standards. Lead or participate in the investigation of incidents, near misses, and property damage, ensuring timely corrective actions, documentation, and prevention of recurrence. Coordinate and deliver EHS-related training to employees and contractors, ensuring appropriate documentation and regulatory compliance. Monitor and maintain internal and external reporting, including regulatory submissions related to air, stormwater, surface water, hazardous waste, and other environmental discharges. Serve as a secondary point of contact for regulatory agency inspections, permitting, and compliance reporting. Stay current on changes in safety and environmental regulations and recommend updates to company policies and practices as needed. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Operations and Maintenance, to identify and resolve EHS risks and drive continuous improvement. Actively participate in manufacturing and safety meetings to address regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and improvement opportunities. Promote a proactive safety culture by modeling safe behaviors, engaging with employees, and reinforcing company EHS values and expectations. Assist with the administration and oversight of the workers compensation program, including claims follow-up and return-to-work efforts. Build and maintain strong working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization to support EHS initiatives and foster engagement. Support special projects and company initiatives related to safety, health, environmental compliance, and sustainability.

Requirements

Holds a Bachelor of Science in Safety Management, Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Health and Safety, or equivalent
Has a minimum of 3 years of EHS experience in manufacturing or industrial settings
Possesses working knowledge of OSHA regulations and environmental compliance programs
Has strong communication, training, and interpersonal skills
Is proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with EHS management systems a plus
Has the ability to be on call or work off hours as needed
Has demonstrated ability to work independently with attention to detail and organizational abilities
Exercises sound judgment in handling sensitive and sometimes confidential information with professionalism and integrity
Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of EHS principles, tools, and practices applicable to industrial environments
Effectively prioritizes tasks, manages time, and coordinates multiple initiatives to meet deadlines and operational goals
Uses data and critical thinking to identify issues, evaluate solutions, and make informed, timely decisions
Builds productive relationships across all levels of the organization; effectively communicates and influences to drive safety and compliance culture
Maintains attention to detail in documentation, reporting, and system data entry to ensure integrity and compliance

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30-Hour (General Industry)
First Aid/CPR/AED
Safety Trained Supervisor (STS), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), and Certified Safety Professional (CSP) a plus

Responsibilities

Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) programs, policies, and compliance plans.
Conduct regular safety inspections, observations, and risk assessments to ensure adherence to OSHA, EPA, DOT, FAA, fire codes, and internal standards.
Lead or participate in the investigation of incidents, near misses, and property damage, ensuring timely corrective actions, documentation, and prevention of recurrence.
Coordinate and deliver EHS-related training to employees and contractors, ensuring appropriate documentation and regulatory compliance.
Monitor and maintain internal and external reporting, including regulatory submissions related to air, stormwater, surface water, hazardous waste, and other environmental discharges.
Serve as a secondary point of contact for regulatory agency inspections, permitting, and compliance reporting.
Stay current on changes in safety and environmental regulations and recommend updates to company policies and practices as needed.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Operations and Maintenance, to identify and resolve EHS risks and drive continuous improvement.
Actively participate in manufacturing and safety meetings to address regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and improvement opportunities.
Promote a proactive safety culture by modeling safe behaviors, engaging with employees, and reinforcing company EHS values and expectations.
Assist with the administration and oversight of the workers compensation program, including claims follow-up and return-to-work efforts.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization to support EHS initiatives and foster engagement.
Support special projects and company initiatives related to safety, health, environmental compliance, and sustainability.