Job Title: Corporate EHS Manager
Location: Elgin, IL w/ 50% travel
Job Summary:
The Corporate EHS (Environmental, Health & Safety) Manager is part of the Corporate HR TEAM responsible for maintaining, enhancing, and overseeing company-wide safety programs across all US divisions to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and corporate standards for this global manufacturing company. This role primary responsibilities will be
Enterprise-wide Workers' Compensation Process Management
and
Manufacturing EHS
to minimize risk, prevent workplace injuries, and drive a culture of safety.
Key Responsibilities:Lead and manage the
Workers' Compensation program , including claim management, return-to-work programs, and collaboration with insurance carriers.Conduct thorough
accident investigations
and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.Oversee
safety training programs , ensuring employees at all levels are trained on proper workplace safety protocols.Partner with divisional HR and operations teams to monitor injury trends and develop strategies to mitigate workplace hazards.Conduct
workplace safety audits
and inspections to identify and address potential risks.Ensure compliance with hazardous material handling, PPE programs, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and machine safeguarding protocols.Collaborate with manufacturing leadership to drive continuous improvement in
ergonomics, industrial hygiene, and process safety .Serve as the primary contact for regulatory agency inspections, reporting, and compliance documentation.Track, analyze, and report safety performance metrics, providing recommendations to senior leadership.Promote a proactive
safety-first culture
across all levels of the organization.Qualifications & Skills:
Bachelor's degree
in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.Strong experience managing
workers' compensation claims
and return-to-work programs.5+ years
of experience in EHS management within a
manufacturing environment .In-depth knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations.Proven ability to
lead incident investigations
and implement corrective/preventative actions.Experience with
safety management systems
and risk assessment methodologies.Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA and DOT.OSHA training certification (strongly preferred).Experience in ergonomics program development and workers' compensation management.Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and engage at all levels.Ability to travel domestically up to 50% as required.Why Join Us?
Opportunity to drive a
world-class safety culture
within a growing organization.Work with a dynamic team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Competitive salary, benefits, and career development opportunities.
If you are a passionate safety leader with expertise in
workers' compensation and manufacturing safety , we encourage you to apply!
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