Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Specialist, Sr

About the Position

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Specialist, Sr

Lincolnshire, IL, United States

Bosch Rexroth, dba HydraForce, Inc. is a leading provider of high-quality hydraulic cartridge valves for mobile and industrial equipment markets. We are seeking a Senior Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Specialist to ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, implement HSE policies, and promote a culture of safety within our hydraulic manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

• Policy Development and Implementation

  • Develop and implement HSE policies, procedures, and programs specific to hydraulic manufacturing operations.
  • Conduct regular reviews of policies to ensure compliance with local, national, and international regulations.

• Risk Assessment and Management

  • Identify potential hazards associated with hydraulic manufacturing processes.
  • Conduct risk assessments and recommend appropriate controls to mitigate risks.

• Compliance and Audits

  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulations.
  • Conduct regular HSE audits and inspections of machinery, processes, and workplace conditions.

• Reporting and Documentation

  • Maintain accurate records of HSE incidents, training, audits, and inspections.
  • Prepare reports for management and regulatory agencies as required.

• Training and Awareness

  • Provide HSE training to employees, including safe handling of hydraulic equipment, chemical safety, and emergency response.
  • Promote a culture of safety through regular communication and awareness campaigns.

• Incident Investigation

  • Investigate workplace accidents, near-misses, and environmental incidents.
  • Identify root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions.

• Emergency Preparedness

  • Develop and maintain emergency response plans for scenarios such as chemical spills, fires, and machinery malfunctions.
  • Conduct regular drills to ensure readiness.

• Environmental Management

  • Monitor and handle waste disposal, emissions, and spill prevention in line with environmental regulations.
  • Promote sustainable practices in the facility.

• Equipment Safety

  • Ensure that all hydraulic equipment and machinery are maintained and operated safely.
  • Oversee the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and enforce its proper use.

• Continuous Improvement

  • Identify opportunities to improve HSE performance.
  • Implement initiatives to enhance workplace safety and environmental stewardship.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field, preferred or 8 years of commensurate experience in lieu of the degree.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a health, safety, and environmental role in manufacturing or a similar industrial setting.
• Previous experience with people management skills preferred.
• Experience with risk assessments, incident investigations, and emergency response planning.
• Certifications such as OSHA, ISO14001, ISO45001, or 9001 are highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing and industrial environment safety risks.
• Understanding of HSE laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Ability to solve problems proactively and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; Spanish proficiency a plus.
• Proactive, hands-on approach.

We Offer

• Competitive salary range between $100,000-$120,000.
• Indefinite U.S. work authorization required. Future sponsorship for work authorization is not available.

About the Company

Bosch Rexroth, dba HydraForce, Inc. is one of the world’s leading providers of Drive and Control Technologies. Our associates take on their customers’ challenges with passion and persistence until the right solution is found. This is what makes Bosch Rexroth a strong, reliable partner for Mobile Applications, Machinery Applications, and Engineering and Factory Automation. As the Drive & Control Company, we develop, produce, and distribute our components and system solutions in over 80 countries.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/Veterans.