Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Grow boldly with Pretium and Help Build a Safer, Smarter Manufacturing Environment!

Are you enthusiastic about workplace safety and environmental responsibility? Do you enjoy working closely with operations teams to identify risks, improve processes, and create a culture where safety comes first? Join  Pretium Packaging at our facility in Aurora, Illinois  as an  on-site Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist. Seeking bilingual candidates; the ability to read, write, and speak Spanish fluently is preferred.

Who We Are:

Pretium Packaging, founded in 1992, is a leading supplier of injection-blow molded plastic containers, renowned for our commitment to superior quality, value, and customer service. With 21 manufacturing facilities across North America, we provide innovative packaging solutions that meet the diverse needs of brand owners in the United States and Canada.  

Job Overview: 

We are seeking a  hands-on Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to support safety, compliance, and environmental programs within a dynamic manufacturing environment. In this role, you will be a partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, and leadership teams to ensure safe work practices, reduce risk, and strengthen safety culture across the facility.

This is a position where you can  lead safety initiatives, influence culture, and make a real impact .

What You’ll Do:

Safety & Regulatory Compliance:

• Support and maintain the Pretium Packaging EHS program in compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments across manufacturing operations
• Investigate incidents, injuries, and near misses to determine root cause and implement corrective actions
• Maintain OSHA logs, safety documentation, and compliance records
• Report current/potential issues to the plant leadership and provide potential solutions

Environmental Programs:

• Support environmental programs including waste management, emissions, stormwater, and chemical handling
• Monitor hazardous and non-hazardous waste handling and storage
• Assist with environmental inspections and regulatory reporting

Safety Training & Culture:

• Deliver safety training including:
  • Lockout/Tagout
  • PPE and hazard communication
  • Machine guarding
  • Ergonomics and emergency response
• Engage employees in safety initiatives, committees, and continuous improvement efforts

Risk Reduction & Continuous Improvement:

• Partner with operations to identify hazards associated with:
  • Plastics processing equipment
  • Robotics and automation
  • Compressed air systems
  • Material handling and resins
• Support implementation of engineering and administrative safety controls
• Track safety metrics and support improvement initiatives

Emergency Preparedness:

• Assist with emergency response planning including:
  • Fire safety
  • Evacuation procedures
  • Spill response
  • Medical emergency coordination
• Support drills and emergency response teams

You will Be a Good Fit If You Have:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in  Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing
• Experience in  plastics, injection molding, blow molding, or industrial manufacturing is strongly preferred
• OSHA 30 Certification preferred

Certifications (Preferred):

• CHST, ASP, or other professional safety certification
• First Aid / CPR / AED

Key Skills:

• Strong knowledge of OSHA and environmental compliance
• Experience investigating incidents and performing root cause analysis
• Ability to influence employees and leadership to drive safe work practices
• Strong documentation and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Why This Role Matters:

In this role, you will help build and strengthen a  proactive safety culture where employees feel empowered to identify risks and continuously improve the workplace. Your work will directly support:

• Safer operations
• Regulatory compliance
• Environmental responsibility
• Continuous improvement across manufacturing processes