Jobs · Management · Illinois

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

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