Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

Blue Signal Search; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation & benefits

Influence workplace safety practices

Lead four safety leads and mentor人才

Shape proactive safety culture

Job summary

Blue Signal Search is partnering with a manufacturing organization in Rockford, IL to find an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager. This hands-on leader will shape a proactive safety culture, mentor four safety leads, and partner with operations to embed safety into daily work.

You will oversee OSHA compliance, incident investigations, and continuous improvement of safety controls, training, and engagement across the site.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, LOTO, machine guarding.
• Proven track record in safety culture improvement.
• Experience mentoring safety personnel.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of a proactive safety culture across manufacturing operations.
• Coach and develop four safety leads, setting clear expectations and growth plans.
• Collaborate with production and facility leadership to identify risks and implement controls.
• Oversee OSHA compliance and internal safety expectations.
• Lead incident and near-miss investigations to determine root causes and corrective actions.
• Monitor safety performance with observations, audits, and leading indicators.
• Deliver engaging safety training and drive workforce involvement.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

Leadership

Incident investigation

Communication

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS / Safety / Engineering

Job description

Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

Location: Rockford, IL (On-site)

Our client, an established manufacturing organization, is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to help shape the next chapter of its workplace safety culture. This is an opportunity for a hands-on leader who wants to make a meaningful impact, strengthen employee engagement, and transform safety from a reactive function into a proactive part of everyday operations. With the opportunity to lead a team of four safety leads and partner directly with operational leadership, this individual will play an important role in building a safer, more accountable, and continuously improving manufacturing environment.

This Role Offers:

• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to influence workplace safety practices and deliver measurable improvements across manufacturing operations.
• Leadership responsibility for a team of four safety leads, with the ability to mentor and develop emerging talent.
• The opportunity to build lasting safety practices that protect employees and strengthen operational performance.

Focus:

• Lead the development of a proactive safety culture by encouraging employee participation, strengthening hazard awareness, and promoting shared accountability.
• Coach and develop four safety leads, providing practical guidance, clear expectations, and ongoing professional development.
• Partner with production teams and facility leadership to identify workplace risks and incorporate effective safety practices into daily operations.
• Oversee compliance with applicable OSHA requirements, environmental regulations, and internal safety expectations.
• Strengthen critical safety controls involving hazardous energy isolation, equipment guarding, and safe access to machinery.
• Direct incident and near-miss investigations, uncover contributing factors, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Evaluate safety performance through workplace observations, inspections, employee feedback, and leading indicators to identify improvement opportunities.
• Deliver engaging safety training and collaborate with operational leaders to improve employee involvement, communication, and consistent execution.

Skill Set:

• Approximately five or more years of environmental, health, and safety experience within manufacturing or a comparable industrial setting.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA standards, lockout/tagout procedures, machine guarding, equipment access, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated success improving safety culture and helping manufacturing teams transition from reactive responses to proactive risk prevention.
• Experience leading, mentoring, or developing safety personnel, with the ability to guide a team of four safety leads.
• Proven ability to investigate workplace incidents, evaluate near-miss trends, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective corrective measures.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and influence employees and leaders at all levels.
• A collaborative leadership style that encourages ownership and accountability through coaching, education, and positive reinforcement rather than relying primarily on disciplinary measures.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to prioritize operational risks, track safety performance, and translate findings into practical improvements.