EHS Specialist (ISO 45001)

North Chicago, IL 60064

Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Environmental Health & Safety Job Number: MC10917888 Compensation: $30.00 / hour

Job Description

Title:  Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist
Location:  North Chicago, IL
Hire Type:  Contract-to-Hire, Onsite
Target Pay Range: $40.00 - $50.00/hour (W2, with full employee benefits)

Overview:
Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.

As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.

Job Summary:
The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist will play a key role in the facility ISO certification process for multiple facilities within a global pharmaceutical manufacturing company.  This person will be responsible for conducting risk management assessments, facilitating ISO facility audits and certifications, and creating and maintaining ISO-related documentation, among other duties.
 
Job Duties:
  • Manage and maintain the company’s ISO 14001, 45001, and 50001 Management Systems to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
  • Conduct risk assessments and implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential hazards.
  • Support facility audits and ISO certification processes.
  • Review associated paperwork to ensure compliance, as well as create/maintain ISO-related documents as required.
 
Qualifications:
  • Must have a background in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS), with a focus on ISO standards.
  • A strong understanding of ISO 45001 (workplace safety) is required.
  • Additional understanding of ISO 14001 (environmental systems) and ISO 50001 (energy management) is preferred.
  • Experience with risk management is necessary.
  • Direct experience with ISO facility audits and certifications is highly preferred.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Meet Your Recruiter

Mike Schmitz
Technical Recruiter

Mike Schmitz is an esteemed Recruiting Team Leader specializing in the Life Sciences Division. With an impressive tenure of over 12 years at Sterling and a remarkable 16-year career in the recruiting arena, Mike has cemented his reputation as a trailblazer in talent acquisition.

As a Recruiting Team Leader, Mike's understanding of the intricacies within the Life Sciences Division is unparalleled. His expertise positions him as a strategic partner in bridging the gap between talented professionals and opportunities that align with their aspirations.

With a career spanning 16 years, Mike's journey in the recruitment landscape has been defined by his dedication to facilitating more fulfilling careers for skilled professionals. His ability to understand everyone’s unique strengths and match them with roles that foster growth and satisfaction marks him as a true advocate for professional development.

Mike's advice to candidates reflects his commitment to helping them excel: approach every job interview with positivity and authenticity. He firmly believes that a positive attitude and an engaging personality are pivotal in creating lasting impressions. Mike emphasizes that while technical qualifications are crucial, the ability to connect with interviewers and present oneself effectively is equally valuable to prospective employers.

As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you’ve got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now. 

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