What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Health and Safety Specialist position at Sterling Engineering?
Job Title: Environmental Health & Safety Specialist
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Hire Type: Direct Hire, Onsite
Target Salary Range: $85,000 - $95,000/year
Benefits: PTO, Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Overview:
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Job Summary:
Manage facility Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs to ensure compliance with regulations and corporate policies. Promote awareness, accountability, and sustainability while supporting a facility of 150-200 employees with moderate environmental and safety complexity.
Job Duties:
- Lead site EHS initiatives, including the Safety Committee and Machine Guarding projects.
- Address EHS audit findings and support supervisors in improving safety and liability.
- Conduct EHS inspections, incident investigations, and ensure compliance with legal requirements (e.g., Air Permits, Hazardous Waste).
- Track and report EHS metrics, providing recommendations and corrective action follow-up.
- Develop and deliver EHS training for employees, contractors, and visitors.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in EHS, OSH, Engineering, or a related field.
- CSP, CIH, or CHMM certifications are a plus.
- 2 years of EHS experience in manufacturing or project management.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with SharePoint is a plus.
Salary : $85,000 - $95,000
