EHS Engineer - Days (M-F, $65,440-$83,895/yr, relo possible)

EHS ENGINEER - DAYS

East Chicago, IN (Northwest Indiana / Chicago metro) | Full-time, direct hire

Schedule: Days, Monday-Friday

Salary: $65,440-$83,895/year depending on education and experience

Relocation assistance may be available

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

A global material handling equipment manufacturer is adding an Environmental Health and Safety Engineer at its heavy-duty equipment plant in East Chicago, IN. You will lead safety programs on site and help build a strong safety culture in a hands-on, team-oriented plant.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

- Assist in monitoring and coordinating health and safety programs, including inspections, accident investigations and training

- Promote employee health and safety through procedures, metrics, campaigns and programs that prevent injuries and illnesses and grow site safety culture

- Investigate industrial accidents, injuries and occupational illnesses to find causes and preventive measures

- Make sure incidents are reported and investigated on time and corrective actions are put in place

- Evaluate machinery, equipment and their use for safety risk

- Prepare and deliver training on safety procedures, regulations, hazardous condition monitoring and safety equipment

- Inspect and audit facilities for safety concerns, including industrial hygiene, and report findings to management

- Work with cross-functional teams on continuous improvement

- Communicate emergency plans and take part in required drills

- Ensure compliance with local, state and federal occupational health and safety regulations

WHAT YOU NEED

- Bachelor's degree in a related field (Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, etc.)

- Experience in an industrial manufacturing environment

NICE TO HAVE

- Toyota Production System (TPS) and 5S experience

- Professional safety certifications (ASP, CSP, CIH)

BENEFITS

- Generous PTO and 13 paid holidays

- Affordable medical plans, no-cost dental and vision options

- 100% 401(k) match up to 6%

- Company-paid life, short-term and long-term disability

- Tuition assistance

- Employee Assistance Program

- Recognition and Kaizen (continuous improvement) reward programs

- Personal and professional development

WORK ENVIRONMENT

In-person role at the East Chicago, IN plant.