Clark Resources · 1 day ago
Environment, Health and Safety Manager - EHS
Elmwood Park, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$105K/yr - $132K/yr
5+ years expClark Resources is a leading food manufacturing facility in the Chicago area seeking an experienced EHS Manager to oversee and drive safety, environmental, and health initiatives at the plant level. The ideal candidate will proactively identify and assess workplace hazards, develop corrective actions, and ensure compliance with regulations.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Barbara Leja
Responsibilities
Proactively identify and assess workplace hazards and develop and implement corrective actions
Analyze safety data and incident trends to create improvement plans and reduce risk
Coordinate responses to safety incidents, including investigations and corrective actions
Oversee all workers’ compensation documentation, data tracking, and cost management
Develop and maintain EHS-related databases and reporting systems
Interpret federal, state, and local regulations and industry best practices to ensure ongoing compliance
Conduct and support internal audits and participate in third-party, customer, or government inspections
Maintain accurate documentation aligned with regulatory and company standards
Provide EHS training on policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's Degree, in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field
Minimum of 5 years of EHS leadership experience in a manufacturing environment required; food industry experience preferred
Must have experience as an EHS professional - in Illinois
Must be able to work in food manufacturing environments, including areas with allergens
Ability to lift up to 50lbs occasionally and perform physical activities such as climbing ladders and stairs
Must be able to wear required PPE in compliance with facility protocols
Preferred
Food Manufacturing experience is a must to be considered
Open to Environmental Engineers with Food MFG Industry experience
Working knowledge of USDA, BRC, FDA, and HACCP regulations is a plus
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access); experience with cloud-based EHS systems preferred
Ability to occasionally travel for audits, trainings, or conferences
Company
Clark Resources
Clark Resources is a specialized Manufacturing Recruiting Firm dedicated to connecting top talent with leading companies across the nation.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase