EHS Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Environmental Engineer / Environmental Compliance Specialist

Location: Danville, IL (Onsite)
Salary: $60,000–$70,000
Bonus: 5% Annual Performance Bonus
Relocation Assistance Available

Join a Global Manufacturing Leader

A well-established global manufacturer is seeking an Environmental Engineer / Environmental Compliance Specialist to support environmental compliance initiatives at its flagship U.S. manufacturing facility. This position is ideal for an environmental professional who enjoys balancing office responsibilities with hands-on field work while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.

If you're passionate about environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and working in a dynamic manufacturing environment, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact while continuing to grow your career.

What You'll Do

• Ensure compliance with all applicable EPA, state, and local environmental regulations

• Manage environmental programs including wastewater, hazardous waste, solid waste, universal waste, and stormwater

• Conduct environmental inspections, audits, and facility assessments

• Prepare and submit regulatory reports and maintain environmental documentation

• Collect, analyze, and interpret environmental data

• Assist with permitting activities and environmental compliance initiatives

• Investigate environmental incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions

• Partner with regulatory agencies during inspections and compliance reviews

• Support pollution prevention and waste reduction initiatives

• Spend time both in the office and throughout the manufacturing facility conducting inspections and monitoring environmental systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Engineering, or a related field

• 4+ years of environmental compliance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment

• Strong knowledge of EPA regulations governing air, water, waste, hazardous materials, and environmental permitting

• Experience conducting environmental audits, inspections, and regulatory reporting

• Experience with environmental investigations and corrective actions

• Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams

• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in an active manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

• Experience with wastewater treatment or industrial water systems

• Knowledge of DOT and hazardous materials regulations

• Experience working directly with regulatory agencies

• Environmental permitting experience

• Experience with chemical manufacturing or industrial processes

Why This Opportunity?

• Stable, growing global manufacturing organization

• Opportunity to make a visible impact on environmental compliance and sustainability

• Diverse responsibilities combining office work and field work

• Exposure to plant leadership and cross-functional teams

• Annual performance bonus of up to 5%

• Annual salary reviews

• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k)

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Gym reimbursement

  • Paid time off and holidays

Work Environment

This is a fully onsite position supporting a 24/7 manufacturing operation. Standard hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; however, flexibility is required to respond to environmental emergencies during evenings or weekends when necessary.

This role combines office work with regular field responsibilities throughout the manufacturing facility, including environmental inspections, wastewater systems, and outdoor compliance activities.

If you're looking for an opportunity where you can apply your environmental expertise in a highly visible role while supporting a world-class manufacturing operation, we'd love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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