QEHS Specialist

QEHS Specialist – Chicago, Atlanta & San Antonio

Location: Chicago, Illinois
• Atlanta, Georgia
• San Antonio, Texas
Industry: Environmental, Health & Safety
• Quality Management
• Operations Support

A growing manufacturing and operations company is seeking a QEHS Specialist to support the implementation and daily management of the Quality, Environmental, Health, and Safety (QEHS) system across their Chicago, Atlanta, and San Antonio facilities. This hands-on role ensures regulatory compliance, promotes a safe workplace, and drives continuous improvement initiatives.

• Conduct new hire orientation and safety/QEHS training and facilitate ongoing awareness programs.

• Lead and support plant associates and management in continuous improvement and safe work practices.

• Investigate accidents, perform facility inspections, and implement corrective actions.

• Maintain QEHS records in SharePoint and ERP systems and ensure compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations.

• Organize and maintain occupational exposure, industrial hygiene, and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) programs.

• Conduct environmental testing, stormwater sampling, and permit applications/renewals.

• Support internal and certification audits, including reporting findings and corrective/preventive actions.

• Facilitate change management activities and chair safety committee meetings.

• Minimum 1 year of EHS experience or relevant Bachelor’s degree; 2+ years preferred.

• Knowledge of ISO
  14001, ISO
  45001, ISO
  9001, or R2/RIOS standards; OSHA compliance experience; OSHA 30-hour certification a plus.

• Strong computer skills, including ERP systems, Excel, and SharePoint.

• Excellent organizational, project management, and data analysis skills.

• Ability to translate data into actionable reports and effectively communicate findings.

• Calm, professional, and able to maintain confidentiality.

• Willingness to work flexible shifts; bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.

This is a high-impact role where you can drive safety, compliance, and operational excellence across three key facilities. You’ll lead critical QEHS initiatives, support continuous improvement, and make a tangible difference in workplace culture and performance.