Environment, Health and Safety Manager

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

HiFyve is hiring an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager!

Salary: $105,000 - $129,600 + 20% Annual Target Bonus

Shift: Full-Time | Flexible across operational shifts

Location: Cook County, IL

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Environmental, Health & Safety programs for a large manufacturing and distribution operation
• Develop and implement programs designed to reduce workplace injuries, incidents, and environmental risk
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, RCRA, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations
• Conduct facility inspections, audits, risk assessments, and gap assessments to identify potential safety and environmental concerns
• Develop and implement corrective action plans to address identified risks and compliance gaps
• Serve as the site's EHS subject matter expert and provide guidance to leadership, supervisors, and employees
• Manage environmental compliance programs including wastewater, stormwater, hazardous materials, and other applicable programs
• Support regulatory permitting, inspections, reporting, and communications with government agencies
• Partner with facility and operations teams to improve safety practices and environmental performance
• Develop and deliver EHS training and awareness programs for employees at all levels
• Establish and maintain emergency response procedures and participate in crisis management activities
• Review and support workers' compensation claims and incident investigations as needed
• Collect, analyze, and report EHS data, metrics, scorecards, and performance trends
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and share best practices across the organization
• Work cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, fleet, HR, legal, and other departments to ensure compliance and improve workplace safety
• Support ergonomic, industrial hygiene, chemical safety, and other hazard prevention initiatives

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field with 6+ years of relevant experience
• High school diploma/GED with 9+ years of directly related EHS experience will also be considered

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 6+ years of progressive EHS experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environment
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, RCRA, and other applicable EHS regulations
• Experience developing, implementing, and auditing EHS management systems
• Strong understanding of hazard identification, risk assessment, incident investigation, and corrective action processes
• Experience with environmental compliance programs such as wastewater, stormwater, hazardous materials, or air quality preferred
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex regulatory and technical information to employees and leadership
• Experience developing and delivering safety training programs
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to use EHS data to drive improvements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
• Leadership experience within an EHS or operational environment preferred
• Lean Six Sigma experience preferred
• CSP, CIH, or other professional EHS certification preferred
• Experience with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or similar EHS management systems preferred
• Food, beverage, consumer products, or high-volume manufacturing experience preferred
• Ability to successfully complete a background check and drug screening

Benefits Include

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Education/tuition reimbursement
• Health and wellness programs
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive safety-focused work environment