EHS Manager

CPS Inc.; Marquette Heights (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Job summary

CPS Inc. is seeking an EHS Manager for a heavy industrial manufacturing facility in the Peoria area. This hands-on role partners with operations to drive safety improvements, enforce OSHA and environmental compliance, and strengthen the site’s safety culture.

You will lead safety training, audits, incident investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives on the plant floor, while maintaining thorough records and collaborating with leadership to protect employees and the environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience in EHS.
• Experience with OSHA compliance and incident investigations preferred.
• Hands-on experience on plant floor and safety program administration.

Responsibilities

• Support and administer facility safety programs to ensure OSHA and environmental compliance.
• Conduct routine safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments with corrective actions.
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and environmental events to determine root causes.
• Coordinate and track employee safety training, certifications, and onboarding.
• Maintain OSHA logs, safety records, SDS documentation, and training records.
• Support environmental compliance activities including waste management and spill prevention.
• Collaborate with supervisors to promote a strong safety culture and engagement.
• Monitor PPE usage and assist with safety controls and procedures.
• Participate in emergency preparedness planning and drills.
• Support workers' compensation administration and return-to-work processes.
• Track safety metrics and prepare leadership reports for continuous improvement.

Skills

Safety & Regulatory Knowledge

Communication Skills

Investigation & Problem Solving

Training & Leadership

Organization & Documentation

Technical Skills

Time Management

Teamwork

Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

EHS Manager Established and growing organization is seeking an EHS Manager to take ownership of the EHS function at their heavy industrial manufacturing facility in the Peoria area. This is a hands-on opportunity to work closely with employees and leadership to drive safety improvements, strengthen the sites safety culture, and ensure a strong focus on compliance with organizational support. The ideal candidate will be someone who wants to be visible on the plant floor, have a voice in the operation, and make a measurable impact. This role will assist with implementing EHS programs, ensuring OSHA and environmental compliance, supporting safety training initiatives, conducting audits and investigations, and driving continuous improvement in workplace safety and environmental performance. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, hands-on, and comfortable working directly with employees on the manufacturing floor.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and administer facility safety programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations.
• Conduct routine safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments throughout the facility and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist in investigating workplace incidents, near misses, injuries, and environmental events, including root cause analysis and corrective action follow-up.
• Coordinate and track employee safety training, certifications, and onboarding programs.
• Maintain OSHA logs, safety records, SDS documentation, training records, and other EHS compliance documentation.
• Assist with environmental compliance activities, including waste management, spill prevention, stormwater programs, and hazardous material handling.
• Partner with supervisors and production teams to promote a strong safety culture and employee engagement.
• Monitor PPE usage and support implementation of appropriate safety controls and procedures.
• Participate in emergency preparedness planning, drills, and response coordination.
• Support workers' compensation administration and return-to-work processes as needed.
• Track safety metrics, KPIs, and corrective action items and prepare reports for leadership.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives related to workplace safety, ergonomics, and environmental performance.
• Coordinate with outside vendors, contractors, and regulatory agencies during inspections or projects.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment.

Qualifications / Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of EHS experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Experience with OSHA compliance, incident investigations, and safety training are preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification and/or OSHA certifications are a plus.

Skills/Abilities Needed

• Safety & Regulatory Knowledge: Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, environmental compliance requirements, and general EHS best practices within a manufacturing environment.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Investigation & Problem Solving: Ability to identify hazards, investigate incidents, analyze root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Training & Leadership: Comfortable conducting safety training sessions and promoting employee engagement in safety initiatives.
• Organization & Documentation: Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate records, reports, and compliance documentation.
• Technical Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Time Management: Ability to manage priorities and respond effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Teamwork: Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, HR, and leadership teams.
• Continuous Improvement: Ability to identify opportunities to improve workplace safety, environmental practices, and operational efficiency.

Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401k

Salary $80,000 - $120,000