Job Title: Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) & Facilities Manager
Location: Elgin, IL
Job Summary:
The EHS & Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing environmental health and safety policies and programs and managing the daily operations and maintenance of the production facility. This dual-role position ensures compliance with regulatory standards, maintains a safe and sustainable work environment, and ensures that the facility's infrastructure supports efficient production processes. **Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship**
Key Responsibilities:
- Environmental Health and Safety (EHS):
- Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (OSHA, EPA, etc.).
- Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and accident investigations; implement corrective actions as needed.
- Lead training programs in safety, hazardous materials handling, emergency preparedness, and environmental compliance.
- Investigate, document and oversee all near miss and workers’ compensation cases, identify root causes and implement action steps for correction
- Monitor air, water, and waste compliance, ensuring environmental permits and reports are current.
- Manage personal protective equipment (PPE) programs, safety inspections, and emergency response plans.
- Facilities Management:
- Oversee daily maintenance, repairs, and improvements to facility infrastructure, equipment, and utilities.
- Plan and manage facility upgrades, renovations, or expansions, including cost estimates, budgets, and vendor negotiations.
- Coordinate building security, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and janitorial services to maintain a safe and functional environment.
- Develop preventive maintenance schedules for production equipment and facilities.
- Oversee contractors and service providers; ensure work is completed on time, within budget, and meets quality standards.
- Sustainability and Waste Management:
- Lead initiatives to reduce waste, energy consumption, and environmental impact in line with corporate sustainability goals.
- Implement recycling, hazardous waste disposal, and waste reduction programs.
- Track and report sustainability metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Leadership and Collaboration:
- Supervise, train, and develop EHS and facilities team members.
- Partner with production managers and other departments to ensure facility and EHS requirements are met.
- Serve as a point of contact for regulatory agencies, contractors, and external stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in EHS, facilities management, or a combination of both in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Proficient in facility planning and layout design using software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, SketchUp, or similar tools.
- Knowledge of relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations (OSHA, EPA).
- Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and initiatives.
- Certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Facilities Management Professional (FMP), or similar are a plus.
Key Competencies:
- Attention to detail
- Leadership and team-building
- Strategic planning and project management
- Regulatory knowledge and compliance expertise
- Technical and mechanical aptitude
Salary & Benefits: $100,000-$110,000 / annual. Benefits to include medical, dental, vision, 11 paid company holidays, 401(k) with a company match of 100% up to 5%, vacation pay and more.
