EHS Manager | Streamwood, IL

Our client, a prominent manufacturer of specialty vehicles, is seeking an EHS Site Lead to oversee and advance their environmental, health, and safety programs. In this role, you will ensure compliance with OSHA and EPA regulations while leveraging safety data to drive the site toward a more proactive approach to safety management.

Client Details

Our client is a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles serving both municipal and industrial markets. They are a mid-sized organization with more than 300 employees at the site and hold ISO 9001 certification. The company places a strong emphasis on quality as it works to enhance existing processes and introduce new quality standards and procedures. To support this transformation, they have recently added several new executives focused on modernizing the organization.

Description

• Map, schedule, and conduct regular plant safety audits to ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety policies
• Integrate audit plans and corrective actions into standard operating tools such as 5S and Tier accountability programs
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action discussions with employees and leadership
• Utilize problem-solving methods such as 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams, and 8D
• Track actions on Tier boards and include effectiveness checks in audit schedules
• Develop, update, and maintain EHS programs, policies, and training, including:
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), forklift safety, hazard communication, ergonomics, PPE
• Emergency response, respiratory protection, confined space procedures
• Environmental standards (e.g., ISO 14000)
• Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations (OSHA, EPA, NFPA, stormwater, etc.)
• Coordinate and deliver EHS training programs for all employees
• Conduct safety orientation training for new hires
• Review and audit EHS programs and policies to ensure alignment with current regulatory and corporate requirements
• Oversee the investigation of all safety-related incidents
• Manage full documentation, including initial reports and final summaries
• Lead root cause and corrective action processes
• Ensure follow-up audits confirm issues are fully resolved
• Manage Workers' Compensation cases and the Return-to-Work program in collaboration with Human Resources
• Coordinate and support internal and external EHS inspections
• Work with maintenance and other teams to ensure readiness for audits
• Include ergonomic evaluations as part of safety audits
• Lead and facilitate site safety committee meetings
• Manage safety committee activities, processes, and initiatives
• Drive behavioral-based safety programs to promote proactive risk prevention
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory inspections (e.g., OSHA, EPA)
• Maintain and update Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals used onsite
• Support Human Resources with safety incentive programs and initiatives
• Stay current on changes to relevant safety and regulatory standards (OSHA, ACGIH, NFPA, etc.)
• Maintain safety communications, including postings, bulletin boards, and signage throughout the facility

Profile

• 5+ years' experience in a similar role within a manufacturing environment
• Experience ensuring compliance with OSHA and the EPA
• Root Cause Analysis and CAPA experience
• Bachelor's degree is preferred
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
• Strong communication skills is required

Job Offer

• Base salary between $90,000-$120,000 depending on experience
• 9% bonus incentive
• 3 weeks PTO + personal and sick time
• 401(k) matching
• Health / Dental / Vision insurance
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement

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