Health and Safety Lead - Manufacturing

Joliet, Illinois Permanent USD70,000 - USD95,000 per year View Job Description
As a Health And Safety Lead, you will manage and continuously improve EHS programs, policies, audits, and compliance. This is a great opportunity to join a stable, yet growing organization in collaborative and innovative environment.
  • State of The Art facility, adding several new production lines
  • Opportunities for growth/development/promotion

About Our Client

Our client, with operations in the SW Suburbs of Chicago, is an industry leader within the electronic and cable manufacturing space, specifically for automotive/heavy-trucking sector. As they continue to grow and develop their operations, they are looking to add am EHS Lead to their site to keep up with their demand while maintaining quality, safety, and operational excellence.

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.

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 preferred - other degree with extensive experience acceptable
  • 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

Interested? Apply today.

Contact
Ed Lieser
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7134838

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Health, Safety & Environment
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Joliet
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ed Lieser
Job Reference
JN-102026-7134838
 

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