Environmental Specialist

Carus Group; LaSalle (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Work-from-home Fridays

11 paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision and 401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer & STEM education programs

Job summary

Carus is seeking an Environmental Specialist to support environmental compliance and day-to-day operations across manufacturing and landfill sites, ensuring permits and regulations are met while enhancing a safety-driven culture.

Reporting to the EHSS Manager, you will lead investigations, drive continuous improvement, manage regulatory reporting with agencies like EPA and OSHA, and partner across functions to strengthen EHSS programs across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental, engineering, health & safety, or another technical field.
• 2-5 years of relevant experience in a regulated chemical manufacturing or chemical-using facility.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to management multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proven critical thinking skills and high ethical standards.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to obtain an Industrial Class K Wastewater license and Certified Landfill Operator license.
• Experience with environmental permitting, compliance audits, root cause analysis, and interaction with regulatory agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and positively influence others without direct authority.
• Working knowledge of EPA FESOP and Title V, NPDES/POTW, RCRA, and solid waste landfill operations.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental compliance and day-to-day environmental operations across multiple sites.
• Partner cross-functionally to assess environmental risk and implement compliance programs.
• Coordinate inspections, investigations, and corrective actions for EHSS incidents.
• Manage regulatory reporting, recordkeeping, and audits (EPA, DOT, OSHA).
• Assist with landfill oversight and coordination with engineering on landfill cell construction.
• Promote environmental awareness and a strong safety culture through training and communication.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Leadership without authority

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering/health & safety or related field

Job description

Do you want to be the go-to environmental partner who keeps operations compliant and audit-ready? Are you energized by driving smarter, safer ways of working? If so, then come join a passionate team supporting environmental operations across the organization, where you’ll collaborate to implement environmental programs, strengthen compliance culture, and ensure the business is continually improving.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security (EHSS) Manager, the Environmental Specialist will:

• Support environmental compliance and day-to-day environmental operations across multiple manufacturing and landfill sites, ensuring adherence to applicable regulations and permits.
• Partner cross‑functionally to assess environmental risk, implement compliance programs, and drive continuous improvement aligned with business and customer objectives.
• Coordinate inspections, investigations, and corrective actions related to environmental and EHSS incidents, including root cause analysis and follow‑through.
• Manage regulatory reporting, recordkeeping, and audits for agencies such as EPA, DOT, OSHA, and other governing bodies.
• Assist with landfill oversight, including compliance, usage tracking, and coordination with engineering on landfill cell construction.
• Promote environmental awareness and a strong safety and compliance culture through collaboration, training, and effective communication

THE QUALIFICATIONS

The right candidate will be a self‑motivated, detail‑oriented environmental professional who thrives in a regulated manufacturing environment. They will bring strong ethical judgment, critical thinking, and confidence to lead investigations, influence others, and partner cross‑functionally. In addition, they will be organized, proactive, and passionate about continuous improvement, environmental compliance, and building strong EHSS culture across the organization. Your credentials ideally include:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental, engineering, health & safety, or another technical field
• 2-5 years of relevant experience in a regulated chemical manufacturing or chemical-using facility
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to management multiple priorities and deadlines
• Proven critical thinking skills and high ethical standards
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to obtain an Industrial Class K Wastewater license and Certified Landfill Operator license
• Experience with environmental permitting, compliance audits, root cause analysis, and interaction with regulatory agencies
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and positively influence others without direct authority
• Working knowledge of EPA FESOP and Title V, NPDES/POTW, RCRA, and solid waste landfill operations

THE COMPANY

Carus is a highly respected, family‑owned company with deep roots in Illinois’ Starved Rock Country. We develop and manufacture products that clean the air, water and soil, and we are always exploring new opportunities and initiatives to expand our reach.

For over 100 years, Carus has been the employer of choice in the greater LaSalle‑Peru area. Through several local outreach initiatives, we actively support our local community and STEM education.

It’s an exciting time to join the Carus team.

• The LaSalle manufacturing facility has an exciting new project that will enhance our capabilities.
• The Belmont location has just expanded to include a dedicated on‑site logistics group.
• The Peru business headquarters recently completed a full office renovation.
• We have a new strategy to accelerate growth and are executing at a high level.
• We are rooted in history but focused on the future!

THE PERKS

Employees enjoy incredible work life balance and exceptional benefits.

• Flexible hours and work‑from‑home Fridays.
• Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision and 401(k) plans as well as company‑paid basic life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement program for employees and their dependents.
• Employee engagement, company‑sponsored volunteer opportunities and STEM education initiatives.

Want to learn more about Carus? Visit www.carusllc.com or check us out on Facebook @carusllc.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability/Vets

Company: Carus