EHS Manager

Timken Company; Illinois; On-site; USD 93,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-term incentive program

Paid time off

401(k)

Medical benefits

Dental

Vision

Job summary

Timken Company in Illinois seeks an EHS Manager to lead environmental, health, and safety programs across Diamond-Drives facilities. You will drive regulatory compliance, safety culture, and Lean-based improvements, mentoring safety teams and coordinating across operations, HR, engineering, and quality.

The role demands strong leadership, knowledge of OSHA/EPA regs, ISO 14001/45001, and a track record in manufacturing safety. Competitive salary with benefits and annual incentive.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Five or more years of EHS experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Experience with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, environmental permitting, and sustainability programs.
• Proven leadership, communication, and training capabilities with the ability to influence employees and leaders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage EHS goals and programs across the facility, ensuring alignment with regulatory compliance.
• Lead and mentor safety teams, embedding a proactive safety culture.
• Oversee investigations of significant EHS incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure facility-wide compliance with OSHA/EPA and manage documentation and reporting systems.
• Manage data collection and reporting of EHS metrics to drive program improvements.
• Develop and oversee EHS training programs and maintain training records.

Skills

OSHA & EPA compliance

ISO 14001 / 45001

Leadership & training

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety or related

Professional certification such as CSP, ASP, CIH, or CHMM

Job description

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Position Summary: The EHS Manager is responsible for strategic oversight and direction of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) systems across the Diamond-Drives facilities, driving compliance, safety culture, and operational efficiency through Lean methodologies. As a key leadership role, the EHS Section Manager will manage the EHS department, collaborate cross-functionally, and ensure the alignment of EHS initiatives with business goals. This position holds accountability for regulatory compliance, safety training, risk management, and process improvement to achieve sustained operational excellence and a safe working environment.

• EHS Strategy and Leadership:
  • Develop, implement, and manage EHS goals and programs across the facility, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and regulatory compliance.
  • Lead and mentor safety teams, including the First Aid Team, PBS Steering Committee, Ergonomics Team, and Safety Steering Committee, to embed a proactive safety culture.
  • Oversee the development and communication of strategic EHS objectives, coordinating with site leadership to support business operations and promote a continuous improvement mindset.
• Incident Management and Continuous Improvement:
  • Oversee the investigation of all significant EHS incidents, leading advanced root-cause analysis and corrective action planning, and ensuring sustained improvements.
  • Drive continuous improvement in EHS processes by applying Lean principles, collaborating with functional leaders to implement preventative solutions and reduce workplace risks.
• Regulatory Compliance and Documentation Management:
  • Ensure facility-wide compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory requirements, managing all related documentation and reporting systems to support permit obligations for air, stormwater, and surface water discharges.
  • Oversee the Precaution-Based Safety (PBS) program, analyzing safety observations, identifying trends, and implementing corrective actions to improve workplace safety.
• Data-Driven Analysis and Reporting:
  • M anage the collection, analysis, and reporting of EHS data, including sustainability metrics, injury logs, near-miss incidents, and ergonomic assessments, ensuring data is used to drive decision-making and program improvement.
  • Utilize operational metrics to support strategic EHS initiatives and optimize training programs, reducing workplace incidents and fostering a safety-first culture.
• Training and Development Oversight:
  • Develop, oversee, and enhance EHS training programs, including onboarding safety training, role-specific training, and ongoing safety education for all associates to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Ensure accurate tracking and documentation of all training records through corporate and plant systems, supporting audit readiness and continuous improvement.
• Lean Integration and Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Champion Lean integration within EHS practices, coordinating with Operations, HR, Engineering, and Quality teams to optimize safety and efficiency in all production activities.
  • Lead cross-functional Lean-based projects focused on EHS performance enhancement, risk mitigation, and process optimization, establishing best practices and supporting organizational learning.
• Security and Risk Management:
  • Manage site security and personnel safety protocols, working closely with IT and facility management to implement security measures, minimize risks, and ensure a secure work environment.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Five or more years of EHS experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Experience with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, environmental permitting, and sustainability programs.
• Proven leadership, communication, and training capabilities with the ability to influence employees and leaders at all levels.

Preferred

• Professional certification such as CSP, ASP, CIH, or CHMM.
• Experience developing and leading EHS programs, audits, incident investigations, and corrective action initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority and drive results through cross-functional partnerships.
• Experience working with and leading cross-functional safety teams in a manufacturing environment.

The yearly compensation for this role is$92,735 - $133,140,is commensurate on experience and education, and couldpaymore or less than the posted range. This full-time position is eligible to participate in the company’s short-term incentive program, paid time off plan, 401k, and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025.
We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® 15x by Ethisphere.

Why Choose Timken?

• Over a century of knowledge and innovation
  
• A culture of top performance
  
• Products that contribute to a sustainable world
  
• A conviction to improve communities around us
  
• Competitive salary and benefits
  

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