Environmental Health Specialist

4 weeks ago


Des Plaines, Illinois, United States Siffron, Inc Full time
Job Summary

The Environmental Health Specialist will oversee the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) program at the Des Plaines facility, ensuring compliance with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, state, and federal regulations. This position will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the EHS program, including performance monitoring, training, audits, contractor oversight, and emergency response planning.

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee the daily operations of the Des Plaines facility's EHS and ISO 14001/45001 programs, ensuring compliance with company standards and external regulations.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulations. Maintain and update all safety and environmental permits and records.
  • Collect, analyze, and report EHS performance data to management, ensuring transparency and driving continuous improvement.
  • Develop and deliver local EHS training programs, conduct tool shop talks, and promote a proactive safety culture among employees.
  • Ensure contractors on-site adhere to EHS due diligence and operational controls, complying with both siffron policies and applicable state and federal regulations.
  • Lead investigations of EHS incidents, implement corrective actions, and ensure continuous improvement through root cause analysis.
  • Conduct risk assessments for changes impacting the EHS management system, ensuring appropriate control measures are in place before implementation.
  • Manage and update EHS documents within the HQMS system, working closely with the document coordinator to ensure compliance.
  • Address and resolve EHS issues identified during audits, through feedback, or from worker concerns, implementing necessary corrective and preventive actions.
  • Manage the Emergency Preparedness and Response/Crisis Management plan, conducting annual checks and simulations to ensure readiness.
  • Schedule and conduct regular EHS management reviews, ensuring follow-up on action items and continuous improvement in the facility's safety performance.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety or a related field.
  • Certification or demonstrated experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience managing EHS programs in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local EHS regulations.
  • Proven ability to lead investigations, develop corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement.
  • Excellent communication and training skills with the ability to engage employees at all levels.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP) or other relevant certifications.


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