Environmental Health and Safety Lead

Environmental Health and Safety Lead ProAmpac - 3.0 Elgin, IL Job Details Full-time $26 - $32 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Qualifications Hazardous waste manifests Safety inspections for hazard identification Regulatory compliance Regulatory reporting First aid Environmental compliance Data reporting Hazard Communication Standard Mid-level Emergency management Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure Compliance management implementation Key Performance Indicators Environmental compliance audit Health and safety committees Workers' compensation Environmental regulatory compliance Safety records management Occupational safety risk assessments Manufacturing Root cause analysis Employee engagement Training Manufacturing company experience Internal audits Health and safety training programs Full Job Description Are you ready to grow your career with a company that values your hard work, safety, and success? Join ProAmpac , a global leader in flexible packaging solutions. We're more than just a place to work - we're a team that's shaping the future of packaging. About Us ProAmpac is a global leader in flexible packaging - known for our innovation, customer service, and commitment to quality. We serve a wide range of industries with creative, sustainable solutions. Our five core values drive everything we do: Integrity

• Intensity
• Innovation
• Involvement
• Impact We are looking for a full-time Site EHS Lead that implements and sustains the company's EHS programs at Elgin, partnering with the EHS Manager and Site Leadership.

This role drives day-to-day compliance, conducts training and audits, leads incident management, and supports continuous risk reduction at the site. Compensation ranges from $26 - $32 per hour. Shift is primarily on first, but flexibility required.

What You'll Do:

Site Program Execution Implement corporate HSE and Environmental policies and procedures; adapt for site specifics. Maintain OSHA-required programs and documentation (LOTO, machine guarding, PIT, confined space, hot work, hazard communication/SDS, bloodborne pathogens if applicable). Conduct routine floor walks, behavior-based observations, and risk assessments (JSA/JHA). Training & Engagement Deliver onboarding safety training and recurring refreshers; maintain training records. Lead Safety Committee meetings and toolbox talks; promote near-miss reporting and employee engagement. Incident & Corrective Action Management Lead incident response, investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective actions; ensure timely closure and lessons learned sharing. Manage Return-to-Work/Workers' Compensation case coordination with HR as needed. Compliance & Audits Maintain OSHA logs, inspection checklists, and permit-to-work controls. Support environmental compliance tasks (waste accumulation areas, universal waste, SPCC, stormwater BMPs) per site scope. Provide data for regulatory reporting (e.g., OSHA logs, Tier II/SARA Title III, hazardous waste manifests, air/water permits, stormwater/SPCC where applicable). Prepare for internal/external audits, close findings promptly. Emergency Preparedness Keep Emergency Action Plan current; conduct drills; coordinate first aid/CPR training and equipment checks. Reporting & Collaboration Report KPIs and issues to the HSE Manager and Site/Plant Manager. Support contractor safety onboarding and oversight.

What You Bring:

Some relevant experience and/or education in a similar field preferred. Manufacturing experience required. OSHA certification a plus.

What We Offer:

Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance Paid time off Career development opportunities A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported #LI-CD1