SHE Manager: Safety, Compliance & Process Improvement

Actalent; Illinois; On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Career development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Safety, Health, and Environment Manager based in Itasca, IL. The role oversees occupational health and safety, process safety management, environmental compliance, security, emergency planning, and risk mitigation across U.S.

facilities, with travel to NC and GA locations. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in SHE, a Bachelor's degree (MSc preferred), and holds OSHA proficiency, with strong training, investigations, and change-management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MSc in Industrial/Chemical Engineering or Chemistry preferred.
• Higher Education certification in Health & Safety preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in SHE management or as a SHE advisor in chemicals, pharma, or oil & gas sectors preferred.
• Proficient in OSHA regulations and health & safety protocols.
• Strong presentation and change management skills.
• Experience with investigations and process safety management (PSM).
• Ability to develop and conduct training programs.
• Proficient in systems-based root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Promote and drive compliance with federal, state, and local regulations across U.S. facilities.
• Lead monthly SHE training sessions.
• Investigate incidents and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Develop and implement risk assessments and controls.
• Manage SHE budget and collaborate with local authorities.

Skills

OSHA compliance

Change management

Training program development

Investigation & root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

MSc in Industrial/Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Higher Education certification in Health & Safety

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Safety, Health, and Environment Manager based in Itasca, IL. The role oversees occupational health and safety, process safety management, environmental compliance, security, emergency planning, and risk mitigation across U.S.

facilities, with travel to NC and GA locations. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in SHE, a Bachelor's degree (MSc preferred), and holds OSHA proficiency, with strong training, investigations, and change-management skills.