Environmental Health Safety Specialist Job at Sterling Engineering, Vernon Hills, IL

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  • Sterling Engineering
  • Vernon Hills, IL

Job Description

Position: EHS Specialist

Location: Vernon Hills, IL 60061

I am looking for a hands-on, proactive EHS professional to join our team and lead Environmental Health & Safety efforts manufacturing and packaging facility. This role plays a critical part in maintaining a safe, compliant, and sustainable workplace for our 150–200 team members, where precision, quality, and care are part of everything we do.

What you will do:

Champion a strong safety culture by leading site EHS programs—including our Safety Committee and machine guarding initiatives—with a focus on continuous improvement.

  • Support and coach supervisors in addressing safety concerns and reducing risk, while also following up on internal and external audit findings.
  • Conduct regular safety walks, inspections, and thorough incident investigations to ensure compliance with healthcare and environmental regulations (such as air permits and hazardous waste handling).
  • Monitor, track, and report key EHS metrics—bringing forward recommendations and ensuring corrective actions are carried through.
  • Develop and facilitate impactful safety training for employees, contractors, and visitors, making EHS expectations clear, engaging, and actionable.

What You Bring:

  • A bachelor’s degree in EHS, Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Professional certifications (CSP, CIH, CHMM) are a plus, especially in regulated or cleanroom environments.
  • At least 2 years of EHS experience in manufacturing or project-based setting—experience in packaging or a clean facility is highly valued.
  • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, you’re someone who takes initiative and follows through.
  • Solid Microsoft Office skills: SharePoint experience is a bonus.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

We believe taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our products. Here’s what we offer:

  • 13 paid holidays per year to help you recharge and celebrate what matters.
  • Generous PTO – 2 weeks starting to support work-life balance.
  • 401(k) with up to 7% dollar-for-dollar company match – we invest in your future.
  • Comprehensive health insurance options, including PPO or HDHP plans.
  • Access to HSA or FSA accounts for flexible health spending.
  • Dental and Vision Insurance to support your full well-being.
  • A robust Continuing Education Program to help you grow in your career.
  • Adoption Assistance Program because we support families in all forms.

Sterling Engineering has helped build careers for thousands for professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Job Tags

Holiday work, For contractors, Flexible hours,

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