Bilingual EHS Coordinator (English/Spanish)

Job Description

Job Description

Bilingual Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator

Weller Metalworks | Libertyville, IL

Full-time, on-site

Salary: $60,000–$65,000 annually, depending on experience

Help make our manufacturing floor a safer place to work.

Weller Metalworks is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator who is fluent in English and Spanish, both spoken and written. You’ll lead and support safety and environmental initiatives, deliver employee training, investigate incidents, and partner with supervisors and leadership to improve workplace safety.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys working directly with employees on the manufacturing floor.

What you’ll do

Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs. Conduct routine safety inspections and facility audits, identify hazards, and coordinate corrective and preventive actions. Support compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

Investigate workplace incidents, near misses, and injuries; prepare reports and corrective action plans. Maintain OSHA logs, safety records, training documentation, and compliance files. Coordinate workers’ compensation claims and return-to-work documentation.

Deliver new-hire safety orientation, ongoing training, safety meetings, and toolbox talks in English and Spanish. Partner with supervisors to strengthen safe work practices and monitor proper PPE use.

Coordinate emergency response procedures, fire drills, and evacuation plans. Assist with environmental compliance, waste management, chemical inventory, and Safety Data Sheet management. Recommend improvements that reduce workplace injuries and environmental risks.

Required qualifications

Fluency in English and Spanish, both spoken and written.

At least three years of Environmental Health & Safety experience in a manufacturing environment.

Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and experience conducting safety investigations.

Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple projects.

Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

Preferred qualifications

OSHA 30 training.

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, environmental science, industrial hygiene, or a related field.

Experience with ISO 45001 and/or ISO 14001.

First Aid/CPR certification.

Experience with workers’ compensation and return-to-work programs.

Forklift trainer certification.

Work environment and physical requirements

The role involves frequent walking throughout the manufacturing facility, standing for extended periods, and occasionally lifting up to 30 pounds. Required PPE includes safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toe footwear, and other protective equipment as needed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k); paid holidays; paid time off; and tuition reimbursement.

Why Weller?

Safety is one of our core values. You’ll help build positive relationships with employees and make continuous improvements across our manufacturing operations.

You should be proficient in:

• employee safety training
• environmental health and safety
• manufacturing safety
• OSHA compliance
• english/spanish bilingual communication

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• microsoft office