Multi-Site HSE Leader, Manufacturing Safety & Compliance

Smiths Group; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex-Tek in Melrose Park, IL is seeking a hands-on HSE Manager to lead health, safety and environmental performance across multiple manufacturing sites. You’ll partner with site leaders and HSE teams to reduce risk, strengthen compliance, and build a culture where everyone owns safety.

The role requires multi-site manufacturing experience, OSHA/EPA knowledge and a drive for continuous improvement. Certifications such as CSP, CIH, CHMM or ASP are preferred.

Qualifications

• Recognized HSE qualification or relevant degree; professional certification preferred.
• Multi-site HSE experience in manufacturing or operationally complex environments.
• Strong knowledge of occupational health, safety and environmental requirements for the US geography (OSHA/EPA).
• Practical experience with machine safety, LOTO/energy isolation, risk assessment, incident investigation, audit and corrective-action management.
• Experience with HSE management systems, ideally ISO 45001; ISO 14001 knowledge is advantageous.
• Ability to work across multiple sites and cultures with regular travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead deployment of the HSE strategy, management system, objectives and standards across sites.
• Partner with operational leaders to translate HSE requirements into site plans and actions.
• Coach and build capability at sites with or without dedicated HSE Leaders; set clear expectations.
• Build ownership in line management for HSE outcomes and risk control.
• Lead risk assessment and critical-control processes for life-critical risks.
• Coordinate internal and external HSE audits and ensure timely corrective actions.
• Oversee core HSE programmes including industrial hygiene, powered industrial trucks, respiratory protection, waste and environmental compliance.
• Ensure use of standard operating systems and data reporting; drive continuous improvement.

Skills

HSE management

OSHA knowledge

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Audit & corrective actions

Leadership

Change leadership

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Degree in HSE

Tools

Intelex

Watershed

HSE software

Job description

Flex-Tek in Melrose Park, IL is seeking a hands-on HSE Manager to lead health, safety and environmental performance across multiple manufacturing sites. You’ll partner with site leaders and HSE teams to reduce risk, strengthen compliance, and build a culture where everyone owns safety.

The role requires multi-site manufacturing experience, OSHA/EPA knowledge and a drive for continuous improvement. Certifications such as CSP, CIH, CHMM or ASP are preferred.