Environmental Management System (EMS) Engineer - Alsip

Griffith Foods; Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental Benefits

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Potential for Discretionary Bonus

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer is seeking an EMS Engineer for the Alsip location. The role involves implementing Environmental Management Systems under ISO 14001 standards and ensuring compliance with both local and global regulations. Candidates should have relevant environmental engineering qualifications, strong communication skills, and familiarity with environmental regulations. Competitive benefits package included.

Qualifications

• ISO 14001 experience is desirable.
• Participation in environmental audits under ISO 14001 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental management to ensure compliance with local regulations.
• Coordinate the site’s legal review for regulatory compliance.
• Implement the site’s ISO 14001 certification process.

Skills

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office

Knowledge of local environmental regulations

Education

Degree in Environmental Engineering

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the EMS Engineer role at Griffith Foods. Location: Onsite in Alsip, IL. Shift: First Shift. The EMS Engineer is responsible for implementing Environmental Management Systems (EMS) under the ISO14001 standard at the Alsip and Lithonia manufacturing sites. If you have relevant ISO 14001 experience and a passion for environmental compliance in a manufacturing environment, this role may be a fit.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental management to ensure compliance with local regulations, the site’s environmental policy, and global requirements.
• Coordinate the site’s legal review to ensure regulatory compliance and implement the required Action Plan.
• Implement the site’s ISO 14001 certification process.
• Consolidate, track, and report environmental metrics and incidents using tools provided by the Global Team.
• Lead efforts to improve environmental metrics.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A degree in Environmental Engineering is preferred; chemical or industrial engineering is also applicable.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interface with all departments and levels of the organization.
• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of ISO 14001 is a plus; participation in environmental audits under ISO 14001 is a plus; knowledge of local environmental regulations is desired.

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience in the Food and Beverage industry.
• Prior EMS experience.

Candidates

Candidates must currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Griffith Foods believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity. Griffith Foods does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of the following actual or perceived characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding or related medical condition, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristic or information, AIDS or HIV status, order of protection status, marital status, military or veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, participation in benefit programs, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination.

Benefits

Benefits for this role include Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts, EAP, Health Advocacy, Financial Planning, Parental Leave, Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance, Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement, Safety Reimbursement, Lifestyle Spending Account, Group Life & AD&D, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short Term & Long Term Disability, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, ESOP, PTO, Holidays & Leaves, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Home & Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Long Term Care + Life Insurance & Legal Assistance. There is also potential for a discretionary bonus, based on personal & company performance, not guaranteed.