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JOB DESCRIPTION

Title

Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Specialist

jOB #

JD-147

Date

August 2026

FLSA

Exempt

LOCATION

Lake Bluff - Primary

McHenry, IL + Janesville, WI

REPORTS TO

Vice President of Operations

POSITION SUMMARY

The Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Specialist is responsible for leading environmental, health, and safety compliance across two Illinois manufacturing facilities and one Wisconsin facility.

Two adhesive coating facilities operating under FESOP (Federally Enforceable State Operating Permit) and classified as a Large Quantity Generator (LQG) of hazardous waste

A converting facility focused on slitting, laminating, or packaging adhesive products

Reporting directly to the Vice President of Operations, the EH&S Specialist drives and ensures compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations (including these enforced by OSHA, U.S. EPA, WDNR and Illinois EPA), while supporting a strong safety culture and continuous improvement mindset.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Environmental Compliance – Adhesive Coating Facility (FESOP + LQG)

Environmental Oversight – Converting Facility

OSHA & Health/Safety Compliance – Multiple Sites

Training, Engagement & Recordkeeping

Manage all FESOP compliance activities, including:

Monitor emissions and usage thresholds

Maintain records for coatings, solvents, and air control devices

Prepare semiannual and annual emissions reports for the Illinois EPA

Coordinate permit renewals or modifications

Lead hazardous waste compliance as a Large Quantity Generator, including:

Waste characterization, labeling, accumulation, and manifesting

Biennial hazardous waste reporting (RCRA)

Maintain contingency plans and emergency coordination

Submit environmental reports such as:

TRI/Form R (Toxic Release Inventory)

Tier II Chemical Inventory Reports

Annual Air Emissions Reports

Maintain compliance with SPCC, NPDES, and SWPPP requirements.

Manage universal and non-hazardous waste handling and recycling programs.

Conduct periodic environmental inspections and maintain facility records.

Support compliance with local ordinances and corporate environmental initiatives.

Oversee safety programs and OSHA compliance for three facilities, including:

Hazard Communication (HazCom/GHS)

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

PPE, machine guarding, and forklift safety

Respiratory protection and confined space (as applicable)

Conduct safety inspections, conduct incident investigations, and implement corrective actions.

Maintain OSHA logs (300, 300A, 301) and ensure proper recordkeeping and reporting.

Lead Safety Committees, toolbox talks, and employee engagement programs

Serve as company liaison with regulatory agencies (Illinois EPA, OSHA, local authorities

Develop and conduct EH&S training for employees, contractors, and new hires.

Work closely with plant managers, maintenance, and production teams to integrate EH&S into daily operation

Ensure hazardous waste handler training (initial and annual) is completed.

Maintain training records, SDS management system, inspection reports, and compliance files.

Lead safety committees, toolbox talks, and employee engagement programs

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Occupational Safety, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline

5-10 years of EH&S experience in a manufacturing setting (adhesives, coatings, or chemical, preferred).

Direct experience with FESOP permitting and LQG hazardous waste management.

Working knowledge of federal, Wisconsin and Illinois environmental and safety regulations.

Proficiency with EPA/IDEM reporting systems (TRI-MEweb, CDX, Tier2 Submit).

Strong communication, organizational, and technical writing skills.

Willingness to travel regularly between three facilities.

Preferred certifications: OSHA 30-Hour, HAZWOPER 40-Hour, CSP, or CHMM.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Combination of offices, laboratories, and plant floor environments.

Potential exposure to chemical materials, noise, and moving equipment.

Use of PPE required; occasional emergency response duties may apply.

Potential Remote 15-20%

Travel between facilities as needed (estimated 30-40%) to ensure consistent program execution.

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