Environmental, Health, and Safety Specialist

Northstar Aerospace; Bedford Park (IL); In loco; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Northstar Aerospace operates at its Chicago facility, seeking an EHS Specialist to drive environmental, health, and safety programs. You will lead risk mitigation, conduct safety analyses, and manage documentation to support compliance with EPA, OSHA, and state/local regulations.

The role requires 3+ years in EHS, relevant certifications, and the ability to train and coordinate across teams in a 24/7 industrial setting. This position is based on-site at the Chicago facility.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 7 years of experience in Environmental Health and Safety roles)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Environmental Health and Safety roles
• Safety certifications such as OSHA 501, OSHA-30, OSHA 511, EHS Specialist, CSP, ASP, etc. are preferred

Mansioni

• Direct the implementation of occupational safety, health, and environmental programs with expertise.
• Lead investigations, identify root causes, and ensure corrective actions are closed.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs for managers and trades personnel.
• Inspect facilities, equipment, and procedures to identify hazards and ensure compliance.
• Support air, waste, and water compliance and regulatory reporting.
• Coordinate emergency responses and liaise with inspectors/auditors.

Conoscenze

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Adaptability

Attendance/Punctuality

Dependability

Multitasking

Formazione

OSHA 501

OSHA-30

OSHA 511

CSP

ASP

Descrizione del lavoro

SUMMARY OF POSITIONThe EHS Specialist will provide Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) operational support for the Northstar Chicago facility. Responsibilities include managing compliance activities, implementing safety programs, conducting accident investigations, identifying and mitigating risks, and delivering training. The role also ensures adherence to all federal, state, and local EHS regulations, maintains accurate records and health and safety reports, and provides leadership to ensure EHS initiatives receive appropriate attention across the facility.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:Direct the implementation of occupational safety, health, and environmental programs with a high level of expertise. Standards include Confined Space, Hazard Communication, Lockout/Tagout, NFPA 70E/Electrical safety, Ergonomics, Industrial Hygiene and Machine Guarding, etc.Support air, waste, and water compliance for the siteSupport reporting and licensing/permitting efforts to ensure regulatory compliance including RCRA, EPCRA, air, and stormwaterPrepare and submit required documentation and reports, including RCRA Permit, EPCRA (Tier II and TRI), and other EPA regulationsPerform job safety analyses (JSAs) and evaluate effectiveness of defenses to mitigate employee injuryDevelop and deliver EHS training programs to a variety of audiences (managers and trades personnel) and manage documentation accordinglyLead investigations, develop true root cause, implement corrective actions, and track actions to closure for all EHS-related eventsFacilitate safety coordinator meetings, ensuring they are effective and focused on addressing safety concernsInitiate actions to prevent accidents from both conditions and acts/behaviors in partnership with EHS LeaderInvestigate EHS related accidents and near-misses, implement corrective actions, and track corrective actions to closureInspect facilities, machinery, and safety equipment to identify and correct potential hazards.Encourage and promote the use of safe work rules, equipment, materials, and supplies.Participate in and lead emergency responses and address employee concernEscort all city, state and federal inspectors/auditors throughout the site when they appear for scheduled or unscheduled visitsEnsure personal fire protection equipment is inspected within scheduled time table and that the equipment is operableTracking of all chemicals used and stored on siteReduce Hazardous Waste costs.Inspire the employees to work in a clean, safe, and environmentally friendly atmosphereSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESThis position will not direct the work of others.QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREDBachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 7 years of experience in Environmental Health and Safety roles)Minimum of 3 years of experience in Environmental Health and Safety rolesSafety certifications such as OSHA 501, OSHA-30, OSHA 511, EHS Specialist, CSP, ASP, etc. are preferredExperience in an industrial 24-hour setting is preferredKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED AND/OR PREFERREDThe knowledge, skills and abilities required and/or preferred for this position are listed below. This list is not all inclusive and may be amended by Northstar, from time to time.Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPointProfessionalism: approaches others in a tactful and respectful manner; calm under pressureAdaptability: adapts to changes in priorities and unexpected eventsAttendance/Punctuality: consistently at work per schedule and on timeDependability: follows instructions, meets commitmentsAble to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environmentPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe physical requirements of this position are listed below. This list is not all inclusive and may be amended by Northstar, from time to time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position.Frequent walkingOccasional lifting of up to 30 poundsOccasional reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, fingering, grasping, feeling, twisting, bending and repetitive motionOccasional exposure to moderate to heavy noiseThe ability to wear proper personal protective equipment, including earplugs, safety glasses, safety shoes, etc.