EHS & Facilities Manager in Carol Stream

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Job Description

EHS & Facilities Manager (Hands-On Role)

We’re looking for a hands-on EHS & Facilities Manager to own safety, compliance, and the day-to-day health of a production facility. This is a dual-role position for someone who enjoys being visible on the floor, improving systems, and keeping people safe while operations run smoothly.

What You’ll Do

Environmental Health & Safety

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs (OSHA, EPA, and regulatory compliance)
• Lead safety audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective actions
• Manage near-miss reporting, workers’ compensation cases, and root cause analysis
• Deliver safety training (PPE, hazardous materials, emergency response, environmental compliance)
• Maintain environmental permits, reporting, and air/water/waste compliance
• Serve as the primary contact for regulatory agencies

Facilities Management

• Oversee daily facility operations, maintenance, and repairs
• Manage HVAC, electrical, plumbing, building security, and janitorial services
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance schedules
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, and facility upgrades
• Manage facility project budgets, timelines, and quality standards

Sustainability & Waste Reduction

• Lead waste reduction, recycling, and hazardous waste programs
• Track sustainability metrics and identify environmental improvement opportunities
• Support energy efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives

Leadership & Collaboration

• Supervise and develop EHS and facilities team members
• Partner with production and leadership teams to support operational goals
• Drive a strong safety culture through visibility and engagement

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health, Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field
• 3+ years of EHS and/or facilities experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Hands-on, floor-focused mindset with strong organizational and leadership skills
• Ability to balance compliance, safety, and operational priorities

Salary & Benefits: $100,000-$120,000 / 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!!

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