EHS Specialist

Rexnord Industries, LLC; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Discretionary personal reimbursement

Health, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Regal Rexnord Corporation is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist for an onsite role in Downers Grove, IL. The position focuses on developing, deploying, and improving EHS programs aligned with ISO 9001 requirements to safeguard employees and operations.

The role emphasizes incident investigations, risk management, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional collaboration with government authorities as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• U.S. Person restrictions under export control laws may apply.
• 3–5 years of EHS specialist experience within a manufacturing/site setting.
• Supervisory/leadership experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develops, improves, and deploys EH&S procedures and controls.
• Lead accident investigations and risk management to mitigate hazards.
• Coordinate workers' compensation and return-to-work activities.
• Ensure fire and emergency equipment compliance across the site.
• Report EH&S issues and statistics; communicate with stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Safety regulations knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Work Model: This is a fully onsite role, with work performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office.

Aerospace Business Unit Regal Rexnord Aerospace supplies high performance spherical and cylindrical bearings, mechanical seals, gears and electrical components to commercial air transport markets. Our products are engineered to meet stringent requirements and are specified in engine systems, flight control systems, landing gear systems, and airframe structures. Our global customer base includes major engine and airframe OEMs, tier suppliers and aircraft operators.

$31-40/hr Typical working hours: 7am-3pm

What You’ll Do:

Develops, improves, and deploys Environmental Health and Safety internal procedures and controls. Drives Environmental/ Health and Occupational Safety Management Systems, Waste Minimization, Emergency Management, Employee Engagement, communication etc. in accordance with ISO 9001 requirements. Responsible to obtain and update required permits and EH&S reports to regulatory authorities. Conduct safety meetings, audits, and inspections to ensure compliance, evaluate performance, identify corrective action, and implement follow up assessments to drive performance. Lead accident investigations and evaluate risk management to mitigate significant hazards and loss of trends. Manage workers' compensation and claims management, including coordinating return to work activities and claim resolution. Function as a liaison between government officials and Regal Rexnord on all safety and environmental related issues. Ensure all Fire and Emergency Equipment (Extinguishers, Pumps, Smoke Detectors, Sprinklers, Valves, and Fire Alarms) are complying and functional. Participate in Kaizen events and other committees. Deploy and manage ergonomic standards within the site. Report on Health and Safety issues and statistics in a timely manner. Supervises the activities of the security team for the site. Implement and facilitate environmental, health and safety education and training to support regulatory and business requirements. Be capable of aligning the local team and influencing others to achieve the desired EHS performance objectives outlined by corporate initiatives, business unit initiatives, and local/site initiatives. Develop and implement the annual Environmental Health and Safety compliance calendar. Lead Environmental Health and Safety discussion during Safety Operation Review. Partners with EHS Manager, leadership team, and plant manager to create a safety and sustainability culture through performing job risk assessments and behavior modification programs. Lead Environmental Health and Safety discussion during Safety Operation Review. Provides subject matter expertise, manages risks, and develops strategies and standardized methods to ensure continuous improvement in the EHS function. Raise awareness at all organizational levels of the impact of emerging EHS issues including ethical, social responsibility, best practices, and legislation. Tracking leadership commitments and corrective actions through verified closure of assigned corrective actions. Build strong relationships with other internal functions. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills:

Strong Interpersonal and communication skills, detailed oriented, well organized, self-motivated, and strong work ethics. Strong knowledge to coach and mentor others. In-depth knowledge of Environmental Health and Safety Regulations. Ability to work and engage with all levels of stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Restrictions imposed by federal export control laws may limit this job opportunity to candidates who are a ‘U.S. Person’, which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted asylum in the United States, and refugees in the United States, or who otherwise can qualify for a license that permits them to hold the position.
• Previous Manufacturing Experience required3-5 years of EHS specialist within a site experience required, similar levels, or areas.
• Acting in a supervisory/management/leader role preferred
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations

Travel: Up to 10% Rewards Competitive Hourly Wage Matching 401(k) contribution Discretionary Personal Reimbursement Account

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Minority/Veteran/Disabled Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA) Paid Time Off and Holidays 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Paid Leaves Tuition Assistance

About Regal Rexnord Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools. The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture. Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Aff

Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Posters Notification to Agencies: Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries (\"Regal Rexnord\") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.

At Regal Rexnord, our business purpose is to create a better tomorrow with sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. Our Values Our values frame our culture - a shared understanding of how we think and act relative to our key stakeholders. We center our behaviors, actions and decisions around the following values: Integrity Responsibility Diversity, Engagement & Inclusion Customer Success Innovation with Purpose Continuous Improvement Performance Passion to Win ….with a Sense of Urgency