EHS Specialist

Sterling Engineering, Inc. is hiring an Environmental Health & Safety Specialist in Vernon Hills, IL, for a direct hire, onsite position with a salary range of $85,000 - $95,000/year. The role involves managing EHS programs for a facility of 150-200 employees, leading safety initiatives, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have a relevant degree and at least 2 years of EHS experience.
Job Title: Environmental Health & Safety Specialist
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Hire Type: Direct Hire, Onsite
Target Salary Range: $85,000 - $95,000/year

Overview:
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Job Summary:
Manage facility Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs to ensure compliance with regulations and corporate policies. Promote awareness, accountability, and sustainability while supporting a facility of 150-200 employees with moderate environmental and safety complexity.

Job Duties:
• Lead site EHS initiatives, including the Safety Committee and Machine Guarding projects.
• Address EHS audit findings and support supervisors in improving safety and liability.
• Conduct EHS inspections, incident investigations, and ensure compliance with legal requirements (e.g., Air Permits, Hazardous Waste).
• Track and report EHS metrics, providing recommendations and corrective action follow-up.
• Develop and deliver EHS training for employees, contractors, and visitors.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in EHS, OSH, Engineering, or a related field.
• CSP, CIH, or CHMM certifications are a plus.
• 2+ years of EHS experience in manufacturing or project management.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with SharePoint is a plus.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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