EHS Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

401(k) matching

Personal reimbursement account

Job summary

Regal Rexnord Aerospace seeks an EHS Specialist to monitor and adapt Safety procedures across the Downers Grove facility, ensuring a safe, compliant environment and coordinating with plant leadership.

The role covers audits, permits, training, and environmental health initiatives aligned with corporate standards, with a typical 7am–3pm schedule. This onsite position offers competitive hourly pay and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of EHS specialist experience required.
• Acting in supervisory/leadership role preferred.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• 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 in accordance with ISO 9001 requirements.
• Obtain and update required permits and EH&S reports to regulatory authorities.
• Conduct safety meetings, audits, and inspections to ensure compliance and drive performance.
• Lead accident investigations and evaluate risk management to mitigate hazards and loss.
• Manage workers' compensation and claims, including return-to-work coordination.
• Partner with EHS Manager and leadership to foster safety culture and compliance calendar.
• Provide subject matter expertise and drive continuous improvement in EHS function.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Well organized

Self-motivated

Work ethics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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

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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.

The EHS Specialist reports directly to the EHS Manager at the facility and is responsible for continuously monitoring and adapting safety procedures and operations to ensure a safe and fully compliance work environment for all associates at Regal Rexnord.

$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 required
• 3-5 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