Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsGrowing Operation with all American made productsCompetitive compensation and benefits, additional bonusAbout Our ClientOur client is a manufacturer of heavy duty speciality vehicles for municipal and industrial uses. They are a mid-sized organization with over 300 employees on-site. They are ISO 9001 certified and place quality at the forefront of their operations as they look to improve current and implement new quality practices and procedures. With steady leadership, they have been driving positive change and modernization for future benefit.Job DescriptionMap, schedule, and conduct regular plant safety audits to ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety policiesIntegrate audit plans and corrective actions into standard operating tools such as 5S and Tier accountability programsLead root cause analysis and corrective action discussions with employees and leadershipUtilize problem-solving methods such as 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams, and 8DTrack actions on Tier boards and include effectiveness checks in audit schedulesDevelop, update, and maintain EHS programs, policies, and training, including:Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), forklift safety, hazard communication, ergonomics, PPEEmergency response, respiratory protection, confined space proceduresEnvironmental standards (e.g., ISO 14000)Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations (OSHA, EPA, NFPA, stormwater, etc.)Coordinate and deliver EHS training programs for all employeesConduct safety orientation training for new hiresReview and audit EHS programs and policies to ensure alignment with current regulatory and corporate requirementsOversee the investigation of all safety-related incidentsManage full documentation, including initial reports and final summariesLead root cause and corrective action processesEnsure follow-up audits confirm issues are fully resolvedManage Workers' Compensation cases and the Return-to-Work program in collaboration with Human ResourcesCoordinate and support internal and external EHS inspectionsWork with maintenance and other teams to ensure readiness for auditsInclude ergonomic evaluations as part of safety auditsLead and facilitate site safety committee meetingsManage safety committee activities, processes, and initiativesDrive behavioral-based safety programs to promote proactive risk preventionServe as the primary point of contact for regulatory inspections (e.g., OSHA, EPA)Maintain and update Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals used onsiteSupport Human Resources with safety incentive programs and initiativesStay current on changes to relevant safety and regulatory standards (OSHA, ACGIH, NFPA, etc.)Maintain safety communications, including postings, bulletin boards, and signage throughout the facilityPerform additional duties, special projects, and assignments as neededMPI 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 ApplicantExperience managing Safety within an industiral manufacturing settingExperience ensuring compliance with OSHA and the EPARoot Cause Analysis and CAPA experienceBachelor's degree is preferredBilingual in Spanish is a plusStrong communication skills is requiredSponsorship is not providedWhat's on OfferBase salary between $90,000-$115,000 depending on experience9% bonus incentive3 weeks PTO + personal and sick time401(k) matchingHealth / Dental / Vision insuranceContactEd LieserQuote job refJN-072026-7057981Job summarySectorEngineering & ManufacturingSub SectorHealth, Safety & EnvironmentIndustryEnergy & Natural ResourcesLocationSouth ElginContract TypePermanentConsultant nameEd LieserJob ReferenceJN-072026-7057981