Environmental Health & Safety Supervisor - Forest Park, IL
About The Position
The Environmental, Health and Safety Supervisor is responsible for maintaining the health and safety of the plant workforce and environment by monitoring and evaluating conditions, ensuring compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and governmental standards, and maintaining the site’s EHS programs. The role’s primary objective is to ensure a safe and incident-free work environment through initiatives, strategies, training, and continuous improvement that eliminate or control unsafe behaviors, environments, and hazards. The supervisor provides EHS leadership and oversight for the Forest Park and Maywood Drive (Bellwood) manufacturing facilities. This is an on-site manufacturing role requiring in-person attendance and flexibility to support production schedules, communication, collaboration, problem solving, and cross-functional initiatives. Core hours are 7 a.m.–5 p.m.; occasional weekend availability is required. Schedules may vary and are subject to change. The position works with employees and site leadership to promote safety, investigate incidents, improve EHS performance, support regulatory compliance, and coordinate with functions including Engineering, HR, Quality, and Operations. It also oversees workers’ compensation claims in collaboration with the insurance company, injured employees, and clinics.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, environmental sciences, or a related field, or a combination of education and experience related to the position.
- Thorough knowledge of basic industrial hygiene, occupational health hazards, and regulations.
- Understanding of fire codes, standards, and regulations.
- Awareness of applicable environmental policies, standards, guidelines, regulations, and local requirements, including spill containment and facility waste-stream and disposal requirements.
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Outlook.
- Knowledge of laws and regulations regarding OSHA, NFPA, DOT, and EPA.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Working knowledge of machinery repair techniques, welding, electrical construction, pipefitting, carpentry, and facility maintenance practices.
- Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, testing equipment, and fabrication equipment.
- Ability to read blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and maintenance documentation.
- Strong attention to detail, with a focus on safety and quality.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
- Positive, flexible approach to assigned tasks and changing priorities.
- Sound judgment and strong decision-making skills.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of experience working in a safety- and environmentally conscious manufacturing environment.
- Experience coordinating EHS sustainability activities in a manufacturing setting.
- First Aid, CPR, AED skills, or other professional EHS certifications.
Responsibilities
- Provide EHS leadership and oversight for the Forest Park and Maywood Drive (Bellwood) manufacturing facilities, ensuring compliance, employee engagement, and continuous improvement in safety performance.
- Present EHS programs and train employees in site safety practices, promoting a culture in which safety is a core value.
- Implement corporate and site EHS initiatives, strategies, programs, procedures, and responsibilities through hands-on leadership, coaching, and teamwork.
- Facilitate, train, and coach employees from onboarding through OSHA-required annual training and other safety-related topics.
- Collaborate with employees to identify and implement solutions to safety issues found during inspections and investigations, eliminating incidents and preventing recurrence.
- Review incident and injury reports and analyze data to identify trends.
- Routinely interact with employees on the plant floor to ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.
- Analyze EHS programs, conditions, and behaviors and recommend changes to improve site EHS performance.
- Lead and ensure thorough investigation of incidents in coordination with site leadership.
- Foster a culture in which employees work safely and hold coworkers accountable to prevent at-risk behaviors.
- Oversee regulatory compliance audits and inspections and associated recordkeeping in partnership with Human Resources.
- Oversee workers’ compensation claims from opening through closure, working with the insurance company, injured employees, and clinics.
- Provide EHS functional and technical expertise and coaching across areas and initiatives of the function.
- Collaborate with Engineering, HR, Quality, Operations, and other key functions on initiatives and plans.
- Understand, demonstrate, and role-model the company’s operating principles.
- Guide site-based safety teams and lead safety committees to engage site personnel.
- Apply ergonomic principles and recommend improvements using engineering or administrative controls.
- Examine tasks and determine work methods that prevent injury.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits supporting health and financial wellness.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Eligible employees may receive an annual bonus based on company performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
