EHS Coordinator

Campbell's; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Campbell's in Downers Grove, IL is seeking an EHS Coordinator to lead safety programs and regulatory compliance on a fast-paced food manufacturing site.

You will administer trainings, conduct inspections and investigations, and partner with Operations leadership to reduce risks while ensuring a safe, compliant workplace. This role requires 3+ years in safety and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in safety, environmental, manufacturing, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and applicable regulations.
• Strong communication, presentation, and employee training skills.
• Experience conducting incident investigations, audits, inspections, and root cause analysis.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, reports, and compliance documentation.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support safety programs to ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, environmental, and company requirements.
• Coordinate and deliver safety training, new hire onboarding, and ongoing safety awareness initiatives.
• Conduct facility inspections, audits, hazard assessments, and incident investigations.
• Maintain OSHA logs, safety records, training documentation, and regulatory compliance reports.
• Monitor injury, illness, and incident trends and recommend corrective actions.
• Support Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and HazCom programs.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Safety training

Communication skills

Recordkeeping

Education

Safety degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Safety management systems

Job description

Since 1869, we’ve connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover.Swanson, and V8.

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Location: Downers Grove, Illinois

Pay Rate: $31 - $36/hour

Shift: Days

Hours: To be discussed. Availability to flex between shifts as needed, with possible weekends. Good attendance and punctuality required.

Requirement: Strong attendance and punctuality are essential. Employees must remain in position for a minimum of one year and successfully complete a 90-day evaluation period.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE HISTORY HERE…

As an EHS Coordinator , you will play a critical role in creating and maintaining a safe, compliant, and engaged workplace. You will partner with site leadership and employees to strengthen safety programs, drive regulatory compliance, reduce workplace risks, and promote a culture where safety is a shared responsibility. Through training, investigations, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives, you will help ensure operational excellence while protecting our people and workplace.

WHAT YOU WILL DO…

• Administer and support safety programs to ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, environmental, and company requirements.
• Coordinate and deliver safety training, new hire onboarding, and ongoing safety awareness initiatives.
• Conduct facility inspections, audits, hazard assessments, and incident investigations.
• Maintain OSHA logs, safety records, training documentation, and regulatory compliance reports.
• Monitor injury, illness, and incident trends and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
• Support Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), Hazard Communication (HazCom), and other core safety programs.
• Collaborate with employees and leadership to identify, assess, and mitigate workplace risks.
• Assist with regulatory inspections, audits, workers’ compensation investigations, and related follow-up activities.
• Promote continuous improvement through safety initiatives, employee engagement, and best practices.
• Support site safety committees and daily Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) activities.
• Serve as backup for critical safety functions during the absence of the Operations Safety Manager.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH…

• Operations and Production Leadership
• Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Team
• Human Resources
• Maintenance and Engineering Teams
• Frontline Employees and Supervisors
• Regulatory Agencies and External Auditors, as needed
• Workers’ Compensation and Occupational Health Partners

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE… (MUST HAVE)

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in safety, environmental, manufacturing, industrial, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Strong communication, presentation, and employee training skills.
• Experience conducting incident investigations, audits, inspections, and root cause analysis.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, reports, and compliance documentation.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety management systems.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and climb stairs throughout the facility.
• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to use computers and office equipment for extended periods.
• Ability to perform inspections, audits, investigations, and training activities throughout the facility.
• Occasionally bend, kneel, and stoop.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing and office environment.
• Exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, dust, and oils typical of food manufacturing facilities.
• Minimal travel may be required.

IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE… (NICE TO HAVE)

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
• Experience in food manufacturing, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or a highly regulated production environment.
• OSHA certifications (OSHA 30, OSHA 500/501, or equivalent)
• Knowledge of workers’ compensation programs and claims management.
• Experience with environmental compliance programs and reporting requirements.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen.
• Professional certifications such as ASP, GSP, CSP, or CHST.

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.