EHS Specialist

The Boland Group; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Rockford is seeking an EHS Specialist to spearhead environmental, health, safety, and security initiatives. The role involves fostering a safety-driven culture, implementing policies, and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations. Ideal candidates will have a strong educational background and extensive experience in EHS management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in EHS program management.
• Professional certifications preferred: CIH, CSP, CHMM, PE.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage EHS protection for the organization.
• Implement environmental policies and practices.
• Develop safety procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in occupational safety

Master's degree

Job description

The EHS Specialist will lead and manage Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security protection for the entire organization in an effort to create and sustain a safety driven culture.

Key responsibilities include :

• Serve as a leader in creating and fostering a safety culture
• Lead the implementation of environmental policies and practices.
• Train staff at all levels in environmental issues and responsibilities
• Provides all OSHA compliance
• Develop safety procedures

Required Skills :

• Four year degree in occupational safety, industrial hygiene, environmental discipline or equivalent field of study is required; Master’s degree a plus
• 5+ years of proven experience in EHS program management and safety performance improvement required
• Professional certifications, such as CIH, CSP, CHMM, and / or PE preferred