Environmental, Heath, & Safety (EHS) Assistant

The Kraft Heinz Company•Glenview, IL

1d•$28•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Assistant is responsible for supporting and executing assigned components of site EHS programs. Under the direction of the EHS Manager, this role assists in maintaining compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kraft Heinz policies and procedures. The EHS Technician provides day-to-day EHS support at the site level, including training coordination, inspections, documentation, and program maintenance. This role also supports broader North America (NA) and Global EHS initiatives, as applicable to the NA Research & Development footprint.

Requirements

Associate's degree in environmental health and safety (EHS), related field, or high school diploma with 2+ years of relevant manufacturing, pilot plant, or industrial experience.
Basic working knowledge of workplace safety procedures, protocols, and regulatory requirements.
Experience supporting EHS activities such as inspections, audits, training coordination, documentation, or corrective action tracking.
Ability to follow established procedures and work under the direction of EHS leadership.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to learn EHS-specific systems.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with hourly employees, supervisors, and cross-functional teams.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work safely in industrial or laboratory environments.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting OSHA, ANSI, DOT, and other applicable regulatory standards.
EHS-related training or certifications (e.g., OSHA 10/30, First Aid/CPR, HAZWOPER).
Familiarity with chemical handling, PPE programs, safety data sheets (SDS), and chemical inventory systems.
Experience working in food manufacturing, R&D, pilot plant, or GMP-regulated environments.
Basic experience with incident reporting systems, training platforms, or EHS data tracking tools.

Responsibilities

Coordinate required and recurring EHS training programs to support site compliance.
Assist with incident reporting, investigations, and corrective action tracking.
Participate in site safety committees and safety team activities.
Support site emergency response drills in coordination with the EHS Manager.
Identify safety gaps and partner with the EHS Manager to implement practical solutions in support of a zero-injury workplace.
Support environmental compliance activities, including data collection, inspections, and reporting.
Assist with environmental documentation, recordkeeping, and annual reviews.
Participate in internal environmental and sustainability initiatives, as assigned.
Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of PPE programs and chemical inventory systems.
Create, modify, and track online training modules and routine EHS communications.
Maintain EHS records, logs, and reports in site systems.
Perform annual document reviews in collaboration with the EHS Manager and site stakeholders.
Liaise with cross-functional departments to support EHS initiatives.
Coordinate with vendors and service providers, as needed.
Support EHS projects and initiatives through to completion.
Utilize problem-solving and troubleshooting skills to address EHS-related issues.
Manage multiple priorities and tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Read, understand, and follow technical documents, including SOPs, LOTO instructions, regulatory requirements, and CFRs.
Perform computer-based work and utilize EHS and business systems, as required.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Health Reimbursement Account/Health Savings Account (HSA)
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Supplemental Life Insurance
Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs.
Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Recognition, Training
Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability