EHS Manager
Optimas Solutions · Wood Dale, IL · 1 wk ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
Core Responsibilities
- Build, implement and continuously improve EHS programs, policies, and procedures across distribution centers, manufacturing locations and office facilities
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations (OSHA, EPA, state/local) and maintain audit readiness
- Lead all incident investigations, root cause analysis, corrective actions and follow-up activities
- Manage OSHA recordkeeping and reporting requirements (300/300A/301)
- Conduct site audits and risk assessments to identify and mitigate operational risks
- Partner with site leadership to strengthen accountability and drive a proactive safety culture
- Oversee environmental compliance activities, including hazardous materials, waste management, stormwater and related programs
- Develop and deliver EHS training programs across locations
- Support workers’ compensation processes and return-to-work coordination in partnership with HR
- Establish EHS metrics, dashboards and reporting for leadership visibility
- Support implementation and maintenance of EHS management systems, including ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 initiatives
- Build scalable EHS infrastructure and processes that support growth
ESG Support
- Support Company ESG and sustainability initiatives in partnership with Legal, Operations, HR, Supply Chain and commercial teams
- Coordinate customer sustainability questionnaires, ESG scorecards and reporting requests
- Maintain and support sustainability platforms and registrations, including EcoVadis and Assent
- Assist with ESG data collection, organization and reporting activities across functions
- Support development of internal ESG policies and governance structures
Key Competencies
- Strong operational EHS expertise with hands-on execution capability
- Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to influence and partner effectively across all levels of the organization
- High level of ownership, accountability, and urgency
- Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Health & Safety, Engineering, or related field preferred
- 5-10 years of EHS experience in manufacturing, distribution, logistics or industrial environments
- Demonstrated experience building or enhancing EHS programs and processes
- Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, incident investigation, risk assessments and environmental compliance requirements
- Experience supporting workers’ compensation and safety training programs preferred
- Familiarity with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 preferred
- Willingness to learn evolving ESG and customer sustainability requirements strongly preferred
- OSHA 30 certification (or equivalent) preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EHS-related systems preferred