IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently looking to hire a HSE SPECIALIST for our Chicago Heights, IL client.

Based in Chicago Height, IL our client is looking for a HSE Specialist who will be responsible for the day-to-day operations in the areas of health, safety, environmental, and sustainability for their assigned location(s). This role has primary responsibilities for implementation of HSE programs that ensure applicable regulatory and company requirements, eliminate HSE risks, deliver training, and support manufacturing activities at both Chicago Heights and Alsip sites.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

What will you be doing?

• Serves as a technical HSE resource for site management team.
• Support site management to further HSE goals and objectives
• Compliance recordkeeping and reporting (e.g., OSHA logs)
• Conduct and manage HSE Audit/Inspection program(s) to ensure site conditions, program effectiveness and other regulatory/company requirements.
• Conduct on-going data analysis to trend and identify known and/or emerging HSE risks and assist with the development of mitigation strategies.
• Procedure management (creating, reviewing, updating, and auditing), such as but not limited to: Permit to Work, Hazard Communication, Lockout/Tagout, Respiratory Protection, Personal Protective Equipment, Bloodborne Pathogens, Emergency Action Plans, Confined Space Program, Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER), Electrical Safety, Fire Prevention Plans, etc.
• Manage HSE training program(s), including content development, coordination with internal and external trainers, delivery, and maintenance of records.
• Direct and lead the HSE committees at the manufacturing facilities in Alsip and Chicago Heights
• Manage Incident Reporting and Investigation Program at assigned facilities. Actively lead or facilitate incident investigation of HSE incidents using industry standard methodologies, such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA), 5-Whys…etc.
• Coordinates industrial hygiene sampling and analysis for workplace exposure assessments.
• Executes prescribed tactical and strategic initiatives to eliminate hazard and reduce or eliminate risks.
• Manage HSE hazard and risk assessments; Assist where specific technical expertise is required to meet applicable regulations, policies, procedures, and programs.
• Responsible for injury/illness case management; Manage the implementation of actions and activities to minimize the worker’s compensation claims and associated costs.
• Support the implementation of management system such as OSHA Process Safety Management and ISO14001 Environmental Management System.
• Manages implementation of sustainability initiatives to achieve company sustainability goals.
• Provide inputs in annual HSE budget for assigned facilities; actively manage the monitor performance to EHS budget.
• Other duties as assigned by the HSE Director, North America

QUALIFICATIONS:

You bring 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment leading HSE compliance activities and programs. Additionally, you hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (prefer Safety Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or Chemistry); Will give consideration to an equivalent level of education, experience, and skills. The right candidate will have demonstrated experience in dealing with safety, environmental and regulatory matters.

Salary: $105,000 – $120,000 DOE

Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package to its U.S. employees, encompassing health care, retirement savings, paid time off, and additional support programs.

• Medical Insurance: Employees can choose between a Traditional PPO Plan and a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) through Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Illinois. For California-based employees, a Kaiser HMO plan is available.
• Dental Insurance: Coverage is provided via Delta Dental of Illinois, offering preventive, basic, and major services, as well as orthodontic services.
• Vision Insurance: Vision care is offered through VSP, covering regular exams, lenses, frames, and contact lenses.

Additional Health Care Plans:

• HealthiestYou: Provides 24/7 access to a network of U.S. doctors via phone, web, or email, with no deductible or co-pay unless medication is prescribed.
• Life Insurance with AD&D: Offers coverage equal to 1.5 times the employee’s base salary, up to $200,000.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability: Short-term disability provides salary continuation for up to 26 weeks, while long-term disability covers 60% of base pay up to a specified maximum.
• Employee Assistance Program: Offers 24-hour confidential counseling services, including limited face-to-face visits or referrals.

Retirement Savings Plan:

• 401(k) Plan: Employees can defer up to 60% of their salary, with a company safe harbor match of 100% on 7% of salary. Additionally, a discretionary profit-sharing contribution of 5% of base salary is provided, subject to a five-year vesting schedule.

Paid Time Off:

• Vacation: Permanent full-time and part-time, overtime-eligible employees receive between 10 and 20 vacation days annually, based on tenure. Salaried exempt employees participate in a flexible vacation plan without a set number of days, coordinating with managers to balance work and personal needs.
• Sick Days: All permanent full-time employees are eligible for five paid sick days annually, pro-rated for part-time employees.
• Holidays: A comprehensive list of paid holidays is provided.

Additional Support Programs:

• Parental Leave: Up to 10-12 weeks of paid leave for new mothers and four weeks for new fathers/partners, applicable to birth, adoption, or surrogacy.
• Elder Care Policy: Offers up to 40 hours of paid time off annually for employees to care for elderly parents or grandparents.
• Educational Assistance: Reimburses up to $10,000 annually for job-related educational expenses, including books, registration, and lab fees, contingent on grade performance and management approval.

Qualified and interested individuals are encouraged to apply to info@indemand.ca

ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED