EHS Site Representative

Advanced Drainage Systems; Mendota (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Drainage Systems is seeking an EHS Site Representative in Mendota, IL. The role focuses on delivering safety training and ensuring compliance within the facility. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree, along with 3+ years of safety experience.

The ideal candidate will be skilled in safety program administration and promoting a strong safety culture. This full-time position offers a meaningful opportunity to impact workplace safety across the organization.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressively responsible safety and health experience.
• Experience in designing, managing, and administering safety and health programs.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Federal and State safety regulations.
• Expertise promoting a strong safety culture.
• Proficiency with lockout/tagout procedures.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and deliver safety training and materials.
• Monitor safety-related computer-based training.
• Assemble and distribute safety metrics/reports.
• Conduct safety audits and behavioral assessments.
• Track and manage corrective actions from safety audits.
• Serve as the primary contact for EHS compliance issues.

Skills

Excellent communication and leadership skills

Strong technical, project, and time management skills

Ability to build strong relationships and foster team morale

Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills

Knowledge of safety program systems and tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Advanced Drainage Systems

EEO Statement: Advanced Drainage Systems is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

EHS Site Representative

Location: US-IL-Mendota

Job ID: 2026-21072

Type: Regular Full-Time

# of Openings: 1

Category: Safety

Overview

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

Responsibilities

We are looking for an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Representative to join our team! In this role, you will lead facility cultural transformation in partnership with the Plant Manager and other site leaders. If you are passionate about safety and health within supply chain logistics, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, develop, and deliver safety training and materials.
• Monitor safety-related computer-based training.
• Assemble and distribute safety metrics/reports.
• Conduct safety audits and behavioral assessments.
• Track and manage corrective actions from safety audits.
• Ensure all safety and environmental compliance issues are current.
• Serve as the primary contact for EHS compliance issues.
• Assist in incident investigation and follow-up.
• Mentor plant safety committees and chairperson.
• Promote ADS safety culture with plant leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 3+ years of progressively responsible safety and health experience.
• Experience in designing, managing, and administering safety and health programs.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Federal and State safety regulations.
• Related licenses, certifications, and professional memberships preferred.
• Experience with trend analysis, risk reduction, continuous improvement and/or LEAN principles.
• Expertise promoting a strong safety culture.
• Experience conducting site facility inspections.
• Proficiency with lockout/tagout procedures.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Strong technical, project, and time management skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships and foster team morale.
• Knowledge of safety program systems and tools.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Superior organizational and project management skills.