Environmental Specialist

Carus LLC • La Salle, IL • 20h ago

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13452314

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security (EHSS) Manager, the Environmental Specialist will:

Support environmental compliance and day-to-day environmental

operations across multiple manufacturing and landfill sites, ensuring adherence to applicable regulations and permits.

Partner cross-functionally to assess environmental risk, implement

compliance programs, and drive continuous improvement aligned with business and customer objectives.

Coordinate inspections, investigations, and corrective actions

related to environmental and EHSS incidents, including root cause analysis and follow-through.

Manage regulatory reporting, recordkeeping, and audits for agencies

such as EPA, DOT, OSHA, and other governing bodies.

Assist with landfill oversight, including compliance, usage

tracking, and coordination with engineering on landfill cell construction.

Promote environmental awareness and a strong safety and compliance

culture through collaboration, training, and effective communication

THE QUALIFICATIONS

The right candidate will be a self-motivated, detail-oriented environmental professional who thrives in a regulated manufacturing environment. They will bring strong ethical judgment, critical thinking, and confidence to lead investigations, influence others, and partner cross-functionally. In addition, they will be organized, proactive, and passionate about continuous improvement, environmental compliance, and building strong EHSS culture across the organization. Your credentials ideally include:

Bachelors degree in environmental, engineering, health & safety, or

another technical field

2-5 years of relevant experience in a regulated chemical

manufacturing or chemical-using facility

Strong organizational skills with the ability to management multiple

priorities and deadlines

Proven critical thinking skills and high ethical standards

Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to work

collaboratively in a team environment

Ability to obtain an Industrial Class K Wastewater license and

Certified Landfill Operator license

Experience with environmental permitting, compliance audits, root

cause analysis, and interaction with regulatory agencies

Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and positively influence

others without direct authority

Working knowledge of EPA FESOP and Title V, NPDES/POTW, RCRA, and

solid waste landfill operations

THE COMPANY

Carus is a highly respected, family-owned company with deep roots in Illinois Starved Rock Country. We develop and manufacture products that clean the air, water and soil, and we are always exploring new opportunities and initiatives to expand our reach.

For over 100 years, Carus has been the employer of choice in the greater LaSalle-Peru area. Through several local outreach initiatives, we actively support our local community and STEM education.

Its an exciting time to join the Carus team.

The LaSalle manufacturing facility has an exciting new project that

will enhance our capabilities.

The Belmont location has just expanded to include a dedicated

on-site logistics group.

The Peru business headquarters recently completed a full office

renovation.

We have a new strategy to accelerate growth and are executing at a

high level.

We are rooted in history but focused on the future!

THE PERKS

Employees enjoy incredible work life balance and exceptional benefits.

Flexible hours and work-from-home Fridays.

Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays.

Medical, dental, vision and 401(k) plans as well as company-paid

basic life insurance.

Tuition reimbursement program for employees and their dependents.

Employee engagement, company-sponsored volunteer opportunities and

STEM education initiatives.

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