Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Sherwin-Williams; Homewood (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an EHS Manager to oversee Environmental Health and Safety programs at its manufacturing facility. The role involves ensuring compliance with regulations, developing training programs, and promoting a culture of safety. Candidates should have significant experience in EHS roles and a relevant degree. Benefits include health coverage and performance-based bonuses.

Benefits

Health coverage (medical, dental, vision)

Disability

Retirement

Paid time off

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in environmental, health, and safety roles.
• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of EHS-related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver safety and health training programs.
• Manage the EHS Management System.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Safety Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Six Sigma

Lean

Job description

This position is responsible for all Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) programs, activities, and control measures at the manufacturing facility. The EHS Manager develops and maintains a culture that promotes continuous improvement in safety, health, and environmental standards. The role ensures compliance with all occupational health, safety, and environmental regulations at federal, state, and local levels. It also involves coordinating safety training and activities related to regulated programs, including OSHA and the Voluntary Protection Program (VPP).

Additional Information

Shift: 7:00am - 3:30pm (flexible schedule to support 24/7 operations)

Travel: 15%

This position covers both South Holland and Homewood, IL sites.

Eligible for bonus and long-term incentive awards based on performance, according to company plans.

Benefits include health coverage (medical, dental, vision), FSAs, disability, retirement, and paid time off such as personal leave, parental leave, vacation, and holidays.

Note: Due to access to confidential information and company assets, a criminal history background check is required to ensure safety and protect company interests.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Legally authorized to work without sponsorship
• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of EHS-related work experience
• At least 3 years of experience in environmental, health, and safety roles

Preferred Qualifications:

• Formal training or 1+ year experience in continuous improvement tools (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean)
• Leadership experience supervising teams for at least 1 year
• Experience working in manufacturing or distribution facilities
• Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM)
• Bachelor’s degree in EHS, Engineering, or Business
• Experience leading or participating in OSHA VPP audits and maintaining VPP status

Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver safety and health training programs
• Coordinate site EHS training activities
• Support safety committees
• Manage the EHS Management System
• Conduct inspections, investigations, and analyses to prevent accidents and environmental incidents
• Integrate risk control measures into daily operations
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulations
• Prepare reports and audits for management
• Develop plans to achieve or maintain OSHA VPP STAR status
• Manage workers’ compensation claims and related procedures
• Serve as liaison with federal, state, and local enforcement agencies
• Coordinate with EHS divisional and corporate support teams
• Promote a positive safety culture through proactive engagement and presence on the floor