Environmental Health and Safety Specialist, Intermediate

Environmental Health and Safety Specialist, Intermediate; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Medical benefits

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

Lawson Products is seeking an intermediate Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to implement safety, environmental, and transportation compliance across our MRO network. The role partners with operations leaders, warehouse teams, and corporate stakeholders to reduce risk and drive continuous improvement in workplace safety and environmental performance.

Based in Chicago with a hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 remote), the position offers a comprehensive benefits package including

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Engineering, or related field with at least 3 years of EHS experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of EHS regulations.
• Experience leading incident investigations and compliance initiatives.
• Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead facility safety programs and initiatives.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Investigate incidents using root cause analysis.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Manage EHS recordkeeping and regulatory compliance activities.
• Coordinate hazardous materials transportation programs and employee training.
• Develop and deliver EHS training programs and analyze safety metrics.
• Partner with site leadership to improve safety culture.

Skills

EHS regulations knowledge

Incident investigations

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety/Environmental Science

Job description

Since 1952, Lawson Products has worked hard to make our customers' jobs easier by improving their operational efficiency, productivity and overall performance. As a leader in the MRO industry, we partner with customers to make sure they have the right maintenance and repair parts on hand when needed.

We’re looking for an intermediate-level Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist responsible for implementing safety, environmental, and transportation compliance programs across an MRO network. This role partners with operations leaders, warehouse teams, and corporate stakeholders to reduce risk, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement in workplace safety and environmental performance.

Our corporate headquarters is located in Chicago, IL. This role operates on a hybrid work model; employees spend three days working in the office and two days working remotely. We offer 401k plus vision, dental and medical benefits, as well as a paid holiday and PTO package.

Responsibilities:

Safety Leadership

• Lead facility safety programs and initiatives.
• Conduct comprehensive inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Investigate incidents using root cause analysis methodologies.
• Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Manage EHS-related recordkeeping and regulatory compliance activities.
• Facilitate safety committees and engagement programs.
• Environmental Compliance
• Manage hazardous waste handling and disposal programs.
• Coordinate environmental reporting requirements.
• Maintain permits and regulatory compliance documentation.
• Lead spill prevention and environmental response activities.

Transportation & Hazmat Compliance

• Administer hazardous materials transportation programs.
• Review and approve transportation classifications.
• Ensure compliance with shipping regulations and documentation requirements.
• Deliver hazardous materials employee training.
• Support audits involving transportation and dangerous goods compliance.

Training & Continuous Improvement

• Develop and deliver EHS training programs.
• Analyze safety metrics and trends.
• Identify and implement risk reduction strategies.
• Partner with site leadership to improve safety culture.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Engineering, or related field, with at least 3 years of environmental health and safety experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of EHS regulations.
• Experience leading incident investigations and compliance initiatives.
• Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.

Preferred

• ASP, CHMM, or equivalent certification.
• Multi-site distribution, logistics, or MRO industry experience.
• Experience managing hazardous materials transportation compliance.

Success Factors

• Ability to influence leaders and employees.
• Independent decision-making and problem solving.
• Strong regulatory knowledge.
• Ability to balance compliance with operational needs.

Our salary range for this role is $73,400 - $88,040 including a full benefits package.

Lawson Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.