Job Description

Job Title : Environmental Health & Safety Manager
📍 Location: 21500 Gateway Dr., Matteson, IL
🕒 Schedule: Full-Time
💰 Pay: $110,000 - $130,000 per year
📄 Position Type: Full-Time | On-site

Why Join Peopleworks?

Peopleworks designs and manufactures innovative solutions in the battery and electronic sector, redefining operational standards through efficiency, precision, and innovation. We lead the market in scalable production technology, global integration, and advanced electronics manufacturing. At Peopleworks, we don't just deliver exceptional products—we foster career growth and empower our teams to excel. Join us and be part of a forward-thinking organization where your leadership drives real impact.

What We Offer:

✅ Comprehensive Insurance Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and supplemental coverage (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer Advocacy)
✅ 401(k) with Company Contribution – Plan confidently for your future
✅ Paid Time Off – Generous PTO, holidays, and support programs for work-life balance
✅ Work Environment – Dynamic, employee-focused setting with global collaboration
✅ Growth Opportunities – Clear paths for career advancement in a growing organization

Role Snapshot:

As an Environmental Health & Safety Manager , you will manage the overall operation of the Environmental Safety Management System (policies, procedures, manual development). You will also manage the overall training operations (new hires, regular training).

Role Scope Will Include:

• Respond to external agencies (OSHA audits, EPA, insurance companies, consulting). Conduct annual/quarterly EHS plan development and performance reporting; EHS budget and personnel management.
• Investigation, cause analysis, and recurrence prevention measures in the event of an accident or disaster.
• Overall management of major hazardous work (LOTO, working at heights, etc.).
• Preparation for and response to internal/external audits.
• Overall waste disposal and permit management.
• Operate worker safety training and manage records.
• Manage LOTO/PPE/Hazard Communication.
• Supervise critical tasks such as working at heights, machine inspections, and fire safety.
• Workplace inspections (daily/weekly safety checklists).
• Initial reporting and emergency response in the event of an accident.
• Safety risk assessments for new facilities.
• Operate emergency response training (fire, earthquake, leaks, etc.).
• Maintain OSHA records (300 Log, 301, 300A).
• Ensure safe working conditions within containers - Inspect and manage hazardous materials/battery storage areas.
• Waste management (general/special/hazardous waste separation and consignment management).
• Hazardous chemical storage/use/transport management (including SDS).
• Environmental measurement and recording, including air quality, noise, and effluent discharge.
• Response to discharge permit/report documents (including EPA).
• Operation of a response process in the event of an environmental accident.
• Installation and management of environmental safety signs/warning stickers.
• Maintenance and management of environmental sections in training materials/standards.
• Management of environmental contracts/inspection schedules and documentation.
• Environmental response for partner companies (cleaning/disposal/measurement companies, etc.).

Your broad responsibilities will also include:

🔹 Develop and Implement Safety Programs

• Create and enforce health and safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

🔹 Training and Education

• Conduct training sessions for employees on health and safety practices, emergency response, and hazardous material handling.

🔹 Inspections and Audits

• Perform regular workplace inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure adherence to safety standards.

🔹 Incident Reporting

• Investigate accidents and incidents, prepare reports, and recommend corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.

🔹 Regulatory Compliance

• Monitor and ensure compliance with OSHA and other relevant health and safety regulations, keeping up to date with changes in laws and advising management accordingly.
• Conduct facility safety inspections, Manage environmental and waste compliance.

🔹 Documentation

• Maintain records of safety training, incidents, and compliance audits, and generate health and safety assessment reports.

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, preferred occupational safety and health, or environmental science.
• Relevant certifications such as OSHA Safety Certificate required, and Certified Safety Professional (CSP), EHS, ISO, or similar preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of relevant experience in Environmental Health and Safety roles, understanding of U.S. safety/environmental laws.
• Knowledge of Regulations: Strong understanding of environmental health and safety regulations and standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective training and reporting.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to assess risks and develop effective safety protocols.
• Keen attention to details: A meticulous approach to identifying hazards and ensuring compliance.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).

❇ While not essential, familiarity with Korean business culture and ability to communicate in Korean will be highly regarded.

📢 Apply Today!

If you embody the above and this aligns with both your expertise and your passion, we’d be excited to connect with you!

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