EHS Lead

Chicago, Illinois Permanent USD60,000 - USD95,000 per year View Job Description
The EHS Lead will play a key role in advancing safety and environmental initiatives within a large manufacturing operation. Partnering closely with leaders across production, engineering, warehousing, supply chain, and support functions, this highly visible role will drive EHS strategy, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead continuous improvement efforts to strengthen and sustain a world-class safety culture.
  • Clear cut path to growth/promotion opportunities!
  • Fast-growing manufacturer, adding several new production lines!

About Our Client

Our client is a growing manufacturer of electronic components and systems for the automotive market. Driven by continued business growth and increasing customer demand, they are expanding their team at their facility near Joliet, IL. This organization offers a stable environment, strong market presence, and opportunities to contribute to a rapidly growing operation.

Job Description

  • Lead and continuously improve site EHS programs and policies.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Conduct safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
  • Investigate incidents, near misses, and workplace injuries, implementing corrective actions as needed.
  • Maintain OSHA logs, safety records, and required compliance documentation.
  • Coordinate safety training programs, including emergency response and occupational health topics.
  • Manage workers' compensation claims and support return-to-work efforts.
  • Lead safety meetings and partner with leaders across the organization to drive a proactive safety culture.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of EHS experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, incident investigation, and risk assessment practices.
  • CSP or similar safety certification preferred.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish skills strongly preferred.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.



What's on Offer

  • Salary range of $60,000 to $95,000 depending on experience level
  • Annual discretionary bonus depending on company performance
  • 3 weeks PTO
  • Comprehensive health, dental, & vision benefits
  • 401k program with employer match



Contact
Ethan Norman
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7136147

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Health, Safety & Environment
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Chicago
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ethan Norman
Job Reference
JN-102026-7136147
 

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