Environmental Health Safety Coordinator

Headquartered in Aurora, Illinois, McNish LLC is a leading manufacturer of primary and secondary process equipment for the municipal wastewater treatment industry. The business operates three distinct divisions, collectively representing some of the longest-tenured brands in the country, with significant market share across their core product lines. McNish has a strong track record of profitable growth and is well-positioned to capitalize on the critical need for continued wastewater infrastructure investment nationwide.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator to support the development, implementation, and maintenance of environmental, health, and safety programs within our manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, promoting a culture of safety throughout the organization, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.

The EHS Coordinator serves as the primary resource for safety training, incident investigation, regulatory compliance, workers' compensation coordination, environmental management, and safety program administration.

• Develop, implement, and maintain workplace health and safety programs.
• Conduct routine safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Identify workplace hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
• Lead safety committee meetings and track action items.

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain OSHA injury and illness logs (300, 300A, and 301 forms).
• Coordinate regulatory inspections and audits.
• Maintain required permits, records, and compliance documentation.
• Monitor regulatory changes and communicate impacts to management.

• Conduct new employee safety orientation.
• Deliver ongoing safety and compliance training programs.
• Develop and present toolbox talks and safety communications.
• Coordinate forklift, lockout/tagout, PPE, hazard communication, and other required training.
• Promote employee engagement in safety initiatives.

• Investigate workplace injuries, near misses, property damage incidents, and safety concerns.
• Conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate workers' compensation claims with employees, supervisors, insurance carriers, and medical providers.
• Track incident trends and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain required incident documentation and reporting.
• Maintain Safety Data Sheet (SDS) program and chemical inventory.
• Coordinate hazardous waste management and disposal activities.
• Support environmental permitting, reporting, and compliance efforts.
• Assist with spill prevention and emergency response planning.
• Promote recycling and sustainability initiatives.

• Coordinate contractor safety orientation and compliance requirements.
• Monitor contractor activities to ensure adherence to Company safety policies.
• Maintain contractor insurance certificates and safety documentation.
• Support visitor safety programs and facility safety expectations.
• Coordinate facility emergency response plans and evacuation procedures.
• Conduct periodic emergency drills and training exercises.
• Serve as a member of the emergency response team.

• Develop and track safety metrics and key performance indicators.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual EHS reports.
• Recommend and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support company goals related to safety, quality, productivity, and employee engagement.

• Associate's Degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Business, or a related field required.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.

• Minimum of 3 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety programs.
• Experience administering workers' compensation claims preferred.
• Experience conducting safety training and incident investigations.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing safety practices.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to lead initiatives and influence employees at all levels of the organization.
• Effective…