EHS Specialist

HARTING Technology Group; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

PTO 21 days

Hybrid working policy

Tuition reimbursement

Fitness reimbursement

Life insurance

AD&D coverage

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

HARTING Americas, a subsidiary of HARTING Technology Group, seeks an EHS Specialist based in Elgin, Illinois. The role drives environmental, health, and safety programs across the manufacturing facility, ensuring compliance with OSHA and EPA regulations while fostering a strong safety culture.

Responsibilities include inspections, incident investigations, training development, and environmental reporting. A CSP/CIH is preferred, with a minimum 5 years of EHS experience in industrial settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational health & safety, Environmental Health, Chemistry, or related field.
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office products.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on EHS experience in manufacturing/industrial environments.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and basic environmental compliance.
• Experience with ISO management systems (9001/14001/45001).
• CSP or CIH certification strongly preferred.
• Ability to develop and deliver training using various media formats.

Responsibilities

• Support site management to ensure compliance with EHS regulations and policies.
• Maintain and administer site EHS systems, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct facility inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify hazards.
• Lead incident investigations and corrective action development.
• Prepare and deliver employee training programs including orientation and safety topics.
• Maintain and update safety procedures, JHAs, and SOPs.
• Track safety metrics and recommend improvements.
• Support environmental programs and regulatory reporting.

Skills

MS Office

Training delivery

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

OHS/EH/Chemistry degree

Tools

ISO 9001/14001/45001

Job description

HARTING stands for strong connections – across the globe. As one of the leading international suppliers of industrial connectivity, we are connecting customers to their digital future. And as an employer? We connect around 6,000 people at our headquarter in Espelkamp and at locations worldwide. Here you’ll find great colleagues, as well as ever new opportunities and innovations revolving around IoT and artificial intelligence. In everything we do, we remain true to our roots: as a regionally connected family business that always stays firmly grounded in spite of our stellar high-tech. Here’s to your unique future with us: Yours!

HARTING stands for strong connections – across the globe. As one of the leading international suppliers of industrial connectivity, we are connecting customers to their digital future. And as an employer? We connect around 6,000 people at our headquarter in Espelkamp and at locations worldwide. Here you’ll find great colleagues, as well as ever new opportunities and innovations revolving around IoT and artificial intelligence. In everything we do, we remain true to our roots: as a regionally connected family business that always stays firmly grounded in spite of our stellar high-tech. Here’s to your unique future with us: Yours!

Join HARTING! A leader in connectivity products and custom solutions…..

We are seeking a EHS Specialist (based in Elgin, Illinois) that supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety programs within our manufacturing facility. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while driving a strong safety culture across all levels of the organization. The EHS Specialist works closely with quality, operations, maintenance, engineering, and leadership teams to reduce risk, prevent injuries, and maintain a safe and sustainable workplace.

To succeed in this role, you will be highly driven to:

• Support site management and supervision to ensure compliance with all applicable EHS regulations, corporate policies, and site procedures.
• Maintain and administer site EHS systems, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct routine facility inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify hazards and ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards.
• Lead incident investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective action development.
• Prepare, develop and deliver employee training programs, including new-hire orientation, PPE use, lockout/tagout, machine guarding, ergonomics, workplace safety, regulatory topics, and emergency response.
• Maintain and update safety procedures, job hazard analyses (JHAs), and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Track and analyze safety metrics, reporting trends and recommending improvements.
• Assist with environmental programs including waste management, air emissions, stormwater, wastewater, and chemical storage.
• Ensure compliance with EPA, state environmental agencies, and local regulations.
• Maintain environmental records, permits, and reporting requirements.
• Support sustainability initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Maintain accurate EHS documentation, training records, and compliance logs.
• Prepare reports for internal stakeholders and regulatory agencies.
• Stay current on regulatory changes and industry best practices.
• Support emergency response planning, drills, and training.
• Serve as a member of the facility’s emergency response team.
• Perform additional EHS-related duties as assigned.

Skills And Experience To Thrive In This Role

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety, Environmental Health, Chemistry, or a related scientific field
• Excellent knowledge of the MS OFFICE product family.
• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on EHS experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and basic environmental compliance requirements.
• Experience with ISO 9001/14001/45001 or similar management systems.
• CSP or CIH certification strongly preferred
• Ability to develop and deliver training using various media formats
• Strong observational, organizational, training, interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and recommend practical solutions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

HARTING Americas is a subsidiary of HARTING Technology Group, a German‑based global leader in industrial connectivity solutions. We develop, manufacture, and sell the world’s most durable and reliable products and solutions for use in Machinery & Robotics, Automation Devices, Rail & Transportation, Intralogistics & Conveyor Systems, Energy, and Datacenter market segments. As a third generation, family‑owned company, with over 75 years of history, we continue to create value and shape the future with technologies for people. You will discover that we work hard – to fulfill our personal, company, and customer goals, and in our commitment to our community with our holiday drives and our paid VTO (Voluntary Time Off). You will also discover that we like to have fun – like when we celebrate the holidays, host theme days and sweater parties, prost to Oktoberfest, and much more!

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HARTING USA offers an attractive total compensation package and employee benefits, including:

Compensation

HARTING's Total Compensation Structure includes a Base Salary and Bonus Percentage.

• Competitive base salary: $80,000 - $100,000 (commensurate with experience, subject to change dependent on physical location).
• This role is eligible for a 5% discretionary annual bonus.

Benefits

• 21 days PTO (Paid Time Off) to start – quickly earn more PTO as you stick with us (36 days max).
• Medical, dental, and vision Insurance – several Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options to choose from.
• Company-sponsored life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability – at no cost to employee.\
• Paid parental leave, tuition and fitness reimbursement, and a hybrid working policy.
• 401(k) with a 4% dollar-for-dollar match – fully vested upon eligibility!

Benefits: Be a key player (US), Competitive compensation (US), Continuing Education Tuition Reimbursement (US), Give back (US), Have fun (US), Lead a Healthy Life (US), Onsite Café (US), Take time off (US)