EHS Specialist; Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials

Position: EHS Specialist (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)
## EHS Specialist (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)
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Libertyville, Illinois time type:
Full time posted on:
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** Company:
** Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc.
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* Job Description:

** Are you passionate about creating safer workplaces and driving a culture of environmental and operational excellence? We are seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist to champion safety, environmental compliance, and continuous improvement at our Libertyville manufacturing  this role, you'll partner with site leadership to build and sustain a world-class safety culture, ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations, and lead initiatives that protect our employees, our communities, and the environment.

If you're a proactive problem solver who enjoys influencing change and making a measurable impact, we'd love to hear from you.## What You'll Do### Champion Safety & Environmental Excellence
* Foster a culture of safety and environmental stewardship by implementing corporate EHS programs and best practices
* Promote continuous improvement initiatives that enhance workplace safety, environmental performance, and operational excellence
* Partner with leaders to strengthen employee engagement and accountability around EHS initiatives### Ensure Regulatory Compliance
* Serve as the site subject matter expert for federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations
* Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental regulations, and corporate standards
* Build and maintain strong relationships with regulatory agencies and external partners
* Manage environmental permits and ensure ongoing compliance with permitting requirements### Lead EHS Programs & Management Systems
* Own and maintain the site's RC14001 Management System
* Develop, implement, and continuously improve EHS policies, procedures, and management systems
* Lead site EHS committees and facilitate employee participation in safety initiatives
* Conduct audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented to drive continuous improvement### Drive Incident Prevention & Training
* Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action implementation
* Coach leaders on safety accountability and behavioral-based safety practices
* Manage employee EHS training programs to ensure required certifications and compliance are maintained
* Support Management of Change (MOC) and project stage-gate reviews to ensure EHS requirements are integrated into operational changes### Support Site Operations
* Develop and monitor site safety, health, environmental, security, and sustainability objectives
* Lead industrial hygiene activities and exposure monitoring programs
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate workplace hazards
* Maintain accurate documentation, reporting, and compliance records## What We're Looking For
* Bachelor's degree in Industrial Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field
* Minimum of 3–5 years of Environmental, Health & Safety experience in a manufacturing environment
* Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, environmental compliance, and EHS management systems
* Experience leading incident investigations, audits, and corrective action programs
* Familiarity with RC14001 or similar environmental management systems preferred
* Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification is a plus
* Strong leadership, coaching, and relationship-building skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Strong project management, organization, and documentation abilities
* Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment## Why Join Us?
* Make a direct impact on employee safety and…