EHS Specialist (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials) in , United States

Libertyville, Illinois

Full time

JR_0000858

Company:

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc.

Job Description:

Are you passionate about creating safer workplaces and driving a culture of environmental and operational excellence? We are seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to champion safety, environmental compliance, and continuous improvement at our Libertyville manufacturing facility.

In this role, you'll partner with site leadership to build and sustain a world-class safety culture, ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations, and lead initiatives that protect our employees, our communities, and the environment. If you're a proactive problem solver who enjoys influencing change and making a measurable impact, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Champion Safety & Environmental Excellence

Foster a culture of safety and environmental stewardship by implementing corporate EHS programs and best practices

Promote continuous improvement initiatives that enhance workplace safety, environmental performance, and operational excellence

Partner with leaders to strengthen employee engagement and accountability around EHS initiatives

Ensure Regulatory Compliance

Serve as the site subject matter expert for federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations

Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental regulations, and corporate standards

Build and maintain strong relationships with regulatory agencies and external partners

Manage environmental permits and ensure ongoing compliance with permitting requirements

Lead EHS Programs & Management Systems

Own and maintain the site's RC14001 Management System

Develop, implement, and continuously improve EHS policies, procedures, and management systems

Lead site EHS committees and facilitate employee participation in safety initiatives

Conduct audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented to drive continuous improvement

Drive Incident Prevention & Training

Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action implementation

Coach leaders on safety accountability and behavioral-based safety practices

Manage employee EHS training programs to ensure required certifications and compliance are maintained

Support Management of Change (MOC) and project stage-gate reviews to ensure EHS requirements are integrated into operational changes

Support Site Operations

Develop and monitor site safety, health, environmental, security, and sustainability objectives

Lead industrial hygiene activities and exposure monitoring programs

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate workplace hazards

Maintain accurate documentation, reporting, and compliance records

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field

Minimum of 3-5 years of Environmental, Health & Safety experience in a manufacturing environment

Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, environmental compliance, and EHS management systems

Experience leading incident investigations, audits, and corrective action programs

Familiarity with RC14001 or similar environmental management systems

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification is a plus

Strong leadership, coaching, and relationship-building skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong project management, organization, and documentation abilities

Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Why Join Us?

Make a direct impact on employee safety and environmental stewardship

Lead meaningful initiatives that strengthen safety culture and regulatory compliance

Collaborate with experienced operations and leadership teams in a dynamic manufacturing environment

Grow your career with a global leader committed to innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

The salary range for this position is $64,896 - $81,120 USD Annual. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , veteran status, or other legally protected status

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email MCA-MBX_accomodations@m-chem.com. (MCA-MBX_accomodations@m-chem.com.W) We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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Thank you for your interest in working on our team!

At the MCC Group, our Purpose is to lead with innovative solutions to achieve KAITEKI, the well-being of people and the planet. Based on integrity and respect for others, we continuously engage in diverse co-creation and bold challenges, building trust with stakeholders while addressing social issues.

Shall we explore new possibilities with us by promoting value creation on a global scale and connecting a better future to the next ?