EHS Manager - Hands-On Plant Safety Leader

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

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.