Environmental, Health, Safety and Regulatory Manager

Our client, a leader in the production of aerosol products, is looking for an Environmental, Health, Safety and Regulatory Manager to join their growing team!

Pay: 110-120K

Location: Grundy County, IL

Schedule: M-Friday 8-5 core but flexible

Job Description:

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND SAFETY

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies and procedures, ensuring compliance across all locations, and foster a "Zero Injury/Zero Incident" culture.
• Lead MESH Assessments, PSM/RMP audits, accident investigations, and conduct regular risk assessments for all operations and equipment.
• Ensure all employees receive necessary EHS training and maintain compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other regulatory requirements.
• Oversee incident investigations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions using cause mapping methodology.
• Provide guidance to leadership and departments on EHS best practices, track EHS performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

REGULATORY

• Assist Vice President of Operations in coordinating efforts of third-party environmental consultants to ensure proper regulatory compliance for facilities.
• Work with the Sustainability Steering Committee and the entire team to maintain and drive improvement in the Sustainability Program.
• Manage Title V Air Permits, NDPES Permits, DOT related Permits.
• Lead waste minimization and emissions reduction programs.

MANAGEMENT

• Ensure compliance with federal regulations (DHS, DOT, EPA, FRA, OSHA) and enforce company policies.
• Supervise departmental staff and interns, providing guidance and support to plant supervisors.
• Manage departmental budget, develop budgetary plans, and provide EHS-related input to financial reports.
• Investigate and report on accidents, spills, and incidents, and act on EHS opportunities to improve safety.
• Enhance interdepartmental communication, encourage employee input, and provide regular updates to the VP of Operations on activities and progress.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and 5-10 years of experience in Environmental, Health, Safety, and Regulatory Management, with a focus on risk and sustainability.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA, EPA, hazardous materials, and environmental affairs. Experience with ISO14001, OHSAS18001, or ISO14501 is required.