EHS Specialist

Chicago, IL

Posted: 08/25/2026 Industry: Environmental, Health & Safety Job Number: 40.26JW Pay Rate: 75,000 - 90,000 Remote Friendly: On-Site Experience:

Job Description

EHS Specialist

Our well-established client is looking for an EHS Specialist in their manufacturing facility.  This leadership role will collaborate with all levels of the facility to drive the EHS programs, continuous improvement initiatives and champion a proactive safety culture.  The ideal candidate would have 3 plus years of EHS leadership in a manufacturing environment.  If you’re a leader with strong communication skills and someone who enjoys a boots on the ground approach while making an impact on the facilities overall EHS performance, then let’s connect!

The position will also provide EHS support to other company facilities as business needs arise, with occasional travel approximately 10%.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the development and implementation of health and safety policies, procedures, and programs specific to operations, in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Foster a culture of proactive safety by promoting continuous improvement, identifying areas for enhancement, and implementing proactive measures to prevent incidents.
  • Conduct regular inspections and audits of facilities, equipment, and work areas to identify potential hazards related to manufacturing processes, machinery, and materials.
  • Provide guidance and support to employees and management on health and safety-related matters, addressing specific hazards and risks.
  • Participate in incident investigations and collaborate with relevant stakeholders to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
  • Assist in the development and delivery of health and safety training programs for employees, focusing on hazards and safe practices.
  • Drive the behavior-based safety program, promoting a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating safety risks through employee engagement and observation.
  • Stay informed about industry best practices and advancements in safety technologies to enhance the proactive safety efforts.
  • Maintain knowledge of Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) and utilize relevant principles and strategies to enhance the safety program.

Salary

$75,000 - $90,000

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k

Personal Qualifications:

  • 0-3 years of experience working in the Environmental, Health and Safety field with a degree preferred.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Safety or Health Sciences, or related discipline preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and standards applicable to manufacturing operations.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with employees and management.
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Bilingual in Spanish, enabling effective communication with Spanish speaking employees and stakeholders preferred.
  • Familiarity with EHS software programs such as Alchemy, VelocityEHS, SDS Online, etc.
  • Familiarity with behavior-based safety programs, such as SafeStart, and experience in driving such programs is preferred.
  • Knowledge of Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) and experience in implementing VPP principles is an asset.

**If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Jennifer Wojcik at jwojcik@cps4jobs.com.

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Meet Your Recruiter

Jennifer Wojcik
Environmental Health and Safety Recruiter

My team recruits for all levels of EHS/Regulatory roles from specialists/engineers to directors/vice presidents. We place EHS professionals in single site, regional, and corporate positions. Examples of the specialty roles we recruit for include, but are not limited to:

• Environmental
• Environmental, Health, and Safety
• Industrial Hygiene
• Management of Change
• Occupational Nurse
• Process Safety Management
• Product Stewardship
• Regulatory
• Risk Management
• Safety
• Security

Industries we serve include, but are not limited to:

• Chemicals
• Construction
• Consumer Products
• Food & Beverage
• General Manufacturing
• Inks and Adhesives
• Medical Devices
• Packaging
• Paints & Coatings
• Petrochemical
• Pharmaceutical
• Plastics
• Polymers
• Refining


If you have interest in finding an opportunity that aligns with your career goals, or if you are a hiring manager looking for talent that can add value to your organization, I would love to hear from you! JWojcik@cps4jobs.com  

708-852-3090

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