EHS Specialist

EHS SpecialistGreater Chicago Area (Onsite, SW Suburbs)Responsibilities:Manage the maintenance and implementation of safety programs, compliance plans, and initiatives.Participate in the investigation of incidents, near misses and property damage incidents. Ensure follow-up is done to minimize future exposure and proper records/documents are maintained.Conduct, coordinate and track various training to support company programs.Conduct routine safety observations to ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, company environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures, and practices.Maintain internal and regulatory reporting including data collection and reporting including but not limited to air, storm water and surface water discharge.Ensure the company meets all its legislative compliance obligations with OSHA, EPA, DOT, FAA, and fire codes.Serve as back-up contact for all regulatory agencies for inspections, permitting, reporting (air, water, waste).Helps maintain compliance with permits, government regulations and other industry practices.Keep abreast of any safety and environmental law or regulation changes that impact the organization.Ability to take necessary steps to ensure a safe work environment for all employees.Participate in manufacturing meetings to discuss workplace safety and regulatory concerns and opportunities.Actively role model all company environmental, health and safety standards.Establish and maintain effective relationships with Operations, Managers, Supervisors, and employees.Assist in the oversight of the Worker’s Compensation program.Special projects as required.Requirements:Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or related degree2+ years of experience in manufacturing environment with Health and SafetyAbility to be on call or work off hours as needed.Experience working with local regulatory agencies preferred.Familiar with various emission control devices to ensure compliance.Ability to perform as both a team member and an independent contributor.Superior analytical/ problem solving, written and verbal communications.Demonstrated ability to work independently with attention to detail and organizational abilities.Proficient PC skills including Microsoft Office applications.Active and formal communication, organizing and planning, problem solving and decision making, relationship building, good organizational skills.Ability to appropriately manage confidential information.