HIRING IMMEDIATELY: EHS SPECIALIST IN CHICAGO, IL
Accurate Personnel is hiring immediately for an EHS Specialist to join our client in Chicago, IL. This individual will be responsible for providing support to our client’s Environmental Health and Safety program to drive proactive EHS programs and risk mitigation, as well as engaging and working with employees, supervisors, and department managers, to maintain and continuously improve the company EHS program. The ideal candidate will possess a BS or BA degree in safety engineering, environmental or industrial hygiene or comparable field; or the equivalent knowledge with two plus years of safety and health experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Apply online and kick-start your career today!
Pay, Schedule, and Location
Starting at $29/hour, paid weekly
Excellent benefits package: Medical, Dental, and Vision
Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm
Located in Chicago, IL
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide support to the site’s Environmental Health and Safety program to drive proactive EHS programs and risk mitigation
Engage and work with employees, supervisors, and department managers, to maintain and continuously improve the company EHS program
Recommend measures to help protect workers from potentially at-risk conditions, processes, or materials
Lead or participate in thorough investigations for all incidents and accidents on site and ensure timely completion of corrective actions
Lead the team in developing effective root cause analysis and corrective actions
Perform Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s) and PPE Hazard Assessments
Partner with the EHS Manager to review, update, and develop written programs, policies, and procedures for safety adherence
Work on emergency preparedness planning and assist in conducting annual emergency evacuation drills
Conduct weekly Safety Assessments
Participate in incident investigations and work with team members to implement corrective and preventative actions
Assist the EHS Manager with providing training and coaching
Attend Safety Champion monthly meetings with the EHS Manager
Conduct monthly inspections of eyewash stations and first aid cabinets
Assist in the tracking of key performance indicators and deliverables to provide direction and support to the site
Support the EHS Manager with additional duties as required
Requirements and Qualifications
Preferred BS or BA degree in safety engineering, environmental or industrial hygiene or comparable field; or the equivalent knowledge
Two plus years of safety and health experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of federal and local EHS regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and CDC
Ability to recognize, evaluate, and recommend controls for workplace hazards
Excellent communication, facilitation, ownership, and leadership skills
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple projects and tasks
Demonstrated interpersonal skills and an integrated team working style
Excellent written and formal presentation skills
A self-starter with high energy and a passion for results
Demonstrated proficiency with computer applications
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(Salary range based on experience)
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