Environmental Health and Safety Facilities Manager

Job Title: Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) & Facilities Manager

Location: Elgin, IL

Job Summary

The EHS & Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing environmental health and safety policies and programs and managing the daily operations and maintenance of the production facility. This dual-role position ensures compliance with regulatory standards, maintains a safe and sustainable work environment, and ensures that the facility's infrastructure supports efficient production processes. **Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship**

Key Responsibilities

• Environmental Health and Safety (EHS):
• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (OSHA, EPA, etc.).
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and accident investigations; implement corrective actions as needed.
• Lead training programs in safety, hazardous materials handling, emergency preparedness, and environmental compliance.
• Investigate, document and oversee all near miss and workers’ compensation cases, identify root causes and implement action steps for correction
• Monitor air, water, and waste compliance, ensuring environmental permits and reports are current.
• Manage personal protective equipment (PPE) programs, safety inspections, and emergency response plans.
• Facilities Management:
• Oversee daily maintenance, repairs, and improvements to facility infrastructure, equipment, and utilities.
• Plan and manage facility upgrades, renovations, or expansions, including cost estimates, budgets, and vendor negotiations.
• Coordinate building security, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and janitorial services to maintain a safe and functional environment.
• Develop preventive maintenance schedules for production equipment and facilities.
• Oversee contractors and service providers; ensure work is completed on time, within budget, and meets quality standards.
• Sustainability and Waste Management:
• Lead initiatives to reduce waste, energy consumption, and environmental impact in line with corporate sustainability goals.
• Implement recycling, hazardous waste disposal, and waste reduction programs.
• Track and report sustainability metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Leadership and Collaboration:
• Supervise, train, and develop EHS and facilities team members.
• Partner with production managers and other departments to ensure facility and EHS requirements are met.
• Serve as a point of contact for regulatory agencies, contractors, and external stakeholders.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field.
• 3 years of experience in EHS, facilities management, or a combination of both in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Proficient in facility planning and layout design using software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, SketchUp, or similar tools.
• Knowledge of relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations (OSHA, EPA).
• Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and initiatives.
• Certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Facilities Management Professional (FMP), or similar are a plus.
  
  

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Leadership and team-building
• Strategic planning and project management
• Regulatory knowledge and compliance expertise
• Technical and mechanical aptitude
  
  

Salary & Benefits: $100,000-$110,000 / annual. Benefits to include medical, dental, vision, 11 paid company holidays, 401(k) with a company match of 100% up to 5%, vacation pay and more.