Environmental Health & Safety Manager (47817)

Motion & Control Enterprises•Bolingbrook, IL

1d•$100,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a results-driven Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager with strong experience in repair depots and distribution centers. This role will lead environmental, health, and safety strategy across multiple repair and warehouse facilities, ensuring regulatory compliance, minimizing operational risk, and fostering a culture of safety excellence. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience supporting complex, fast-paced repair and logistics environments, automated systems, material handling equipment, and warehouse operations.

Requirements

5–8+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing and/or distribution environments.
Minimum 3 years supporting multiple facilities or regional operations.
Strong working knowledge of industrial repair and warehouse operations
Expertise in machine safety and material handling risk mitigation
Multi-site program implementation and standardization
Regulatory compliance and audit management
Incident investigation and root cause analysis
Leadership presence with ability to influence plant and warehouse teams
Strong analytical and reporting skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in high-volume production, automation, warehousing, or supply chain operations strongly preferred.
CSP (Certified Safety Professional)
CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist)
CHMM (Certified Hazardous Materials Manager)
OSHA 30-Hour (General Industry)
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field very desirable.

Responsibilities

Develop and standardize EHS programs across repair depots and distribution centers.
Conduct routine site audits, risk assessments, and safety inspections.
Partner with Operations Managers and Distribution Center Leaders to ensure consistent policy execution.
Travel regularly to facilities (25–50%) to provide on-site leadership and support.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and DOT requirements.
Manage reporting for recordable incidents, hazardous materials, and environmental permits.
Serve as the primary point of contact during regulatory inspections and audits.
Lead incident investigations using root cause analysis methodologies and implement corrective actions.
Oversee and continuously improve programs related to: Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) – delete Machine guarding and robotics safety Powered industrial trucks (forklifts, pallet jacks) Confined space entry Fall protection Hazard communication and chemical safety Ergonomics and repetitive motion prevention Contractor safety management Emergency preparedness and fire prevention Environmental compliance and restrictions
Oversee hazardous waste handling, storage, and disposal.
Ensure compliance with air permits, wastewater discharge requirements.
Lead spill prevention and response initiatives.
Drive sustainability efforts related to waste reduction and energy efficiency within operations.
Working with our HR Team, develop and deliver site-specific safety training programs for production and warehouse employees.
Coach supervisors and frontline leaders on safety accountability and hazard identification.
Facilitate safety committees and promote employee engagement in near-miss reporting.
Track and analyze safety KPIs including TRIR, DART, lost-time incidents, and near-miss trends.
Use data analytics to identify risk trends in production lines and distribution workflows.
Present performance updates and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
Support lean manufacturing and operational excellence initiatives with integrated safety planning.