Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Jobs in Elgin, IL

An Environmental Health and Safety Specialist is a professional who focuses on identifying and eliminating risks in the workplace. They work in a wide range of sectors, especially in industries like manufacturing, construction, and healthcare that involve substantial physical activities. They are responsible for ensuring that an organization complies with environmental policies and laws to prevent accidents and protect the health of employees and the environment. This involves conducting regular inspections and audits, implementing safety training programs, and maintaining documentation of all environmental health and safety-related activities.

Key skills required for this role include a strong understanding of environmental regulations, excellent communication and analytical skills, and the ability to handle emergency situations. They must also possess certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), depending on the specific industry requirements. Relevant Bachelor's degrees in Environmental Health, Safety Engineering, or Occupational Health are often required. Prior to becoming an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist, individuals might have roles such as Safety Coordinator, Environmental Technician, or Health and Safety Advisor.

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Lead Public Safety Officer- Armed (1st Shift)

  • Park Ridge, IL (20 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Park Ridge, IL (20 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Department: 11926 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Public Safety Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Full-Time, 40 hours FTE....

EHS Manager

  • Melrose Park, IL (20 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Melrose Park, IL (20 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 9 days ago

What You'll Need To Be Successful BS/MS in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering (with a specialization in HSE or other related HSE discipline) AND at least 5 years HSE experience...

Lead Health & Safety Specialist

  • Downers Grove, IL (17 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (17 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Use of respiratory protection may be required in certain instances. There may also be instances of potential noise exposure....

EHS Manager

  • Saint Charles, IL (6 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Saint Charles, IL (6 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 15 days ago

at Smithfield in St. Charles, Illinois, United States Job Description If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. A great...

Lead Health & Safety Specialist

  • Woodridge, IL (21 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Woodridge, IL (21 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Use of respiratory protection may be required in certain instances. There may also be instances of potential noise exposure....

Lead Public Safety Officer - Armed

  • Barrington, IL (10 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Barrington, IL (10 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Department: 11926 Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital - Public Safety Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Combination of mandatory 8hr...

Plant EHS Manager

  • St Charles, IL (6 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • St Charles, IL (6 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Overview The EHS Manager reports directly to the Plant Manager at the facility and be responsible for providing focus, definition, and technical expertise for the development of a proactive...

Facilities & EHS Coordinator

  • Mount Prospect, IL (16 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (16 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, including waste management and hazardous materials handling Requirements for Consideration Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science...

Senior Industrial Hygienist

  • Glendale Heights, IL (13 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Glendale Heights, IL (13 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science or related science field. Minimum 8-11 years' experience. Master's degree or PhD preferred....

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist -- 1st Shift - J2417228

  • Hanover Park, IL (5 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Hanover Park, IL (5 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 21 days ago

at Jabil Inc. in Hanover Park, Illinois, United States Job Description At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top...

Industrial Engineer and EHS Lead

  • Harwood Heights, IL (21 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Harwood Heights, IL (21 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 21 days ago

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS): Champion and foster a proactive EnPro Environmental Health and Safety program/culture through visible leadership, training, communication, and associate engagement...

Senior EHS Specialist I

  • Glenview, IL (21 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Glenview, IL (21 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 24 days ago

Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or a related field) 5-8 years of experience successfully managing EHS activities in a manufacturing/industrial setting OSHA 30-Hour Training Strong...

Environmental Health & Safety Specialist -- 1st Shift

  • Hanover Park, IL (5 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Hanover Park, IL (5 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 24 days ago

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply...

Site EHS Manager , 1DC Workplace Health & Safety

  • Aurora, IL (15 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Aurora, IL (15 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 26 days ago

One focus area of the Amazon Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) mission is to provide tools, resources, and environments that support safe, efficient, healthy behaviors and encourage employees to...

EHS Manager - 2025T002676

  • West Chicago, IL (8 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • West Chicago, IL (8 miles from Elgin, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

at OSI Industries LLC in West Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description As a premier global food provider, the OSI Group partners with the world's leading foodservice and retail food brands...

Demographic Data for Elgin, IL

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Salary for Environmental Health and Safety Specialist Jobs in Elgin, IL

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Highest Education Level

Environmental Health and Safety Specialists in Elgin, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.7%
Master's Degree
27.4%
Associate's Degree
6.1%
High School or GED
5.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.5%
Doctorate Degree
3.8%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Environmental Health and Safety Specialists in Elgin, IL
1-2 years
23.8%
2-4 years
19.0%
4-6 years
19.0%
Less than 1 year
19.0%
None
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%


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