EHS Specialist

LUCAS Coatings is looking for an EHS Specialistto transform our safety efforts and our growing manufacturing facility in Alsip IL, just south of Chicago, where LUCAS produces silicone, acrylic and asphalt-based coatings, sealants and adhesives for the commercial roofing industry.

As an EHS Specialist you will have responsibility for EHS planning, administrating, and overseeing workforce safety at multi-locations in Alsip and Chicago, IL. Your primary duties are to ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Association (OHSA) guidelines to reduce work-related injuries. You will guide safety best practices at your assigned locations using training tools, conducting safety inspections, and processing/tracking worker’s compensation claims.

LUCAS is a 100yr family-owned business which was purchased in Oct 2021 by Artemis Capital (www.artemislp.com) and we are investing in talent. This is a high growth and high visibility role for someone to lead change, improve results and grow the business.

Summary: As an EHS Specialist you will have responsibility for EHS planning, administrating, and overseeing workforce safety at multi-locations in the Alsip and Wood Street locations. Your primary duties are to ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Association (OHSA) guidelines to reduce work-related injuries. You will guide safety best practices at your assigned locations using training tools, conducting safety inspections, and processing/tracking worker’s compensation claims.

The individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Participates in site compliance, review, and audits (internal and external).
• Contributes to the EHS system data maintenance, report creation and analysis.
• Responsible for the upkeep of EHS physical and online files.
• Compiles data necessary for monthly EHS activity reports, statistics and measurements.
• Delivers on time information when asked to research, investigate, and analyze information.
• Assists with assessing and diagnosing EHS problems and hazards including formatted EHS documentation and action plan.
• Recommends solutions and options to address gaps in EHS or other areas of work.
• Participates in regulatory inspections as assigned: vendor, internal, government, or other.
• Required to maintain current EHS knowledge and regulations pertaining to RM Lucas business activity. Provides notice of changes, updates, or financial impact to appropriate management.
• Partners with departments about training compliance and safety initiatives.
• Provides research on topics and best practices as required.
• Edits and designs safety procedures, technical documents, and other work products.
• Composes correspondence and postings pertaining to safety.
• Priorities conflicting needs, handling matters efficiently, proactively, and following-through on Projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely and accurate completion of work.
• Applies critical thinking, problem solving, and sense of urgency to address EHS challenges.
• Anticipates EHS urgency and able to redirect resources as well as reset priorities to accomplish updated expectations.
• Maintains record keeping so that information can be easily found.
• Participates as a productive, reliable, and overall value add to the Company.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

• Lift up to 30 lbs. on an occasional basis floor to waist.
• Carry up to 30 lbs. on an occasional basis up to 25 feet.
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Able to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Must be able to hear and understand work direction in a loud, distracting environment. :
• Must be able to judge distance, identify details, and view computer screen regularly.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of specific EHS topic experience in an industrial or manufacturing company.
• Direct tactical and administrative EHS experience Strongly Preferred.
• Able to maintain a calm and positive demeanor, particularly when faced with intense situations.
• Present strong communication skills with the ability to actively listen to others as they relay information. Practiced written skills including information presentation, and comfortability speaking to a diverse audience in both interpersonal and large group settings is a must.
• Demonstrated abilities to research various topics, find useful information, and provide solutions.
• Prior experience applying individual judgement and available resources to various situations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, particularly with a sense of urgency.
• Exceptional organizational skills and detail oriented.
• Displays efficient time-management skills by meeting deadlines while multi-tasking, stopping/starting work assignments, and redirecting attention as necessary.
• Recognizes and respects confidentiality in various formats.
• Displays confidence in providing ideas that contribute to the success of the EHS department.
• Demonstrated capability to accurately complete regulatory and facility reporting in a timely manner.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational H&S, Environmental Sciences, or equivalent mix of education and experience.
• Helpful Certifications: Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CHI), or Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM).

Computer Skills:

• Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Verifiable experience with Environmental, Health, and Safety Management Systems.

Total Compensation Package:

• Compensation up to $75k/year

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability

Retirement:

• 401k Program - Company Match up to 4%

Time Off:

• Vacation Days
• Personal/Unplanned Days
• 12 Holidays in a calendar year