EHS Specialist

Location: Chicago, IL
Schedule: 1st Shift | 40 hours/week
Employment Type: Temp-to-Perm
Pay: $40.00 hr
Employer: PDS Tech

Position Summary

PDS Tech is seeking an experienced EHS Specialist to provide Environmental, Health & Safety operational support for a manufacturing facility in Chicago, IL. This role is responsible for driving EHS compliance, implementing safety programs, conducting investigations, reducing risk, and supporting environmental permitting and reporting. The EHS Specialist will play a hands-on role in promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Implement and support occupational safety, health, and environmental programs, including:
- Confined Space
- Hazard Communication
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- NFPA 70E / Electrical Safety
- Ergonomics
- Industrial Hygiene
- Machine Guarding
Support site compliance related to air, waste, and water regulations
Assist with regulatory reporting and permitting, including RCRA, EPCRA, air permits, and stormwater
Prepare and submit required documentation such as RCRA permits, Tier II, TRI, and EPA reports
Conduct Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and evaluate risk mitigation controls
Develop, deliver, and document EHS training for managers and hourly employees
Lead EHS incident and near-miss investigations using root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and track to closure
Facilitate safety meetings and support site safety initiatives
Conduct facility, equipment, and safety inspections to identify and correct hazards
Promote safe work practices and environmental responsibility across the facility
Support emergency response activities and address employee safety concerns
Escort local, state, and federal inspectors during audits or inspections
Ensure inspection and readiness of fire protection and safety equipment
Track chemicals stored and used onsite
Support hazardous waste reduction initiatives
Partner with site leadership to prevent incidents related to unsafe conditions or behaviors

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibility

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field
OR
- High school diploma/GED with 7+ years of EHS experience
Minimum 3 years of experience in an EHS role
Experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment preferred
Experience in a 24-hour operation preferred
Safety certifications preferred:
- OSHA 30 / OSHA 511 / OSHA 501
- ASP / CSP
- Other EHS-related certifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong working knowledge of OSHA and environmental regulations
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Strong communication and training skills
Professional, calm, and effective under pressure
Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Reliable, dependable, and punctual

Physical Requirements

Frequent walking throughout the facility
Occasional lifting up to 30 lbs
Ability to climb, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive motion as needed
Occasional exposure to moderate to heavy noise
Ability to wear required PPE (safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.)

Pay Details: $40.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act
Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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