Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Speciali
About The Position
The Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Specialist is responsible for leading environmental, health, and safety compliance across two Illinois manufacturing facilities and one Wisconsin facility. Two adhesive coating facilities operating under FESOP (Federally Enforceable State Operating Permit) and classified as a Large Quantity Generator (LQG) of hazardous waste. A converting facility focused on slitting, laminating, or packaging adhesive products. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Operations, the EH&S Specialist drives and ensures compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations (including those enforced by OSHA, U.S. EPA, WDNR and Illinois EPA), while supporting a strong safety culture and continuous improvement mindset.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Occupational Safety, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
- 5-10 years of EH&S experience in a manufacturing setting (adhesives, coatings, or chemical, preferred).
- Direct experience with FESOP permitting and LQG hazardous waste management.
- Working knowledge of federal, Wisconsin and Illinois environmental and safety regulations.
- Proficiency with EPA/IDEM reporting systems (TRI-MEweb, CDX, Tier2 Submit).
- Strong communication, organizational, and technical writing skills.
- Willingness to travel regularly between three facilities.
Nice To Haves
- Preferred certifications: OSHA 30-Hour, HAZWOPER 40-Hour, CSP, or CHMM.
Responsibilities
- Manage all FESOP compliance activities, including: Monitor emissions and usage thresholds, Maintain records for coatings, solvents, and air control devices, Prepare semiannual and annual emissions reports for the Illinois EPA, Coordinate permit renewals or modifications.
- Lead hazardous waste compliance as a Large Quantity Generator, including: Waste characterization, labeling, accumulation, and manifesting, Biennial hazardous waste reporting (RCRA), Maintain contingency plans and emergency coordination.
- Submit environmental reports such as: TRI/Form R (Toxic Release Inventory), Tier II Chemical Inventory Reports, Annual Air Emissions Reports.
- Maintain compliance with SPCC, NPDES, and SWPPP requirements.
- Manage universal and non-hazardous waste handling and recycling programs.
- Conduct periodic environmental inspections and maintain facility records.
- Support compliance with local ordinances and corporate environmental initiatives.
- Oversee safety programs and OSHA compliance for three facilities, including: Hazard Communication (HazCom/GHS), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), PPE, machine guarding, and forklift safety, Respiratory protection and confined space (as applicable).
- Conduct safety inspections, conduct incident investigations, and implement corrective actions.
- Maintain OSHA logs (300, 300A, 301) and ensure proper recordkeeping and reporting.
- Lead Safety Committees, toolbox talks, and employee engagement programs.
- Serve as company liaison with regulatory agencies (Illinois EPA, OSHA, local authorities).
- Develop and conduct EH&S training for employees, contractors, and new hires.
- Work closely with plant managers, maintenance, and production teams to integrate EH&S into daily operation.
- Ensure hazardous waste handler training (initial and annual) is completed.
- Maintain training records, SDS management system, inspection reports, and compliance files.
- Lead safety committees, toolbox talks, and employee engagement programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
