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Elkay

EH&S Manager

Freeport, IL

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Seniority
Lead / management
Stated salary
$82,000 – $115,000 per year
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
17 Sept 2026

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the posting

EH&S Manager

The Company

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.

Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.

Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.

If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!

If you are a current employee, please navigate here to apply internally.

Job Description

The EHS Manager will be a leader in the development, deployment and continuous improvement of programs and systems that support environmental, health and safety excellence. Foster a culture of proactivity, accountability, engagement and sustainability through robust programs and processes with the primary goal of reducing loss and liability throughout the assigned region. This key role will lead EHS matters to ensure the Company meets or exceeds legislative, corporate and industry requirements, as well as best practice standards.

This position will be based in our Freeport, IL facility and support our Lanark, IL facility (20% travel). Relocation assistance is available.

Key Accountabilities

  • Provide support to the development, implementation, and management of safety programs (LOTO, Hazard Communication, Emergency Response, Fall Protection, Respiratory Protection, Hearing Conservation, etc.) to ensure compliance with OSHA and applicable environmental standards at multiple locations.
  • Manage workers’ compensation loss control program, which includes monitoring claim levels, reducing costs, and early return to work.
  • Investigate accidents, prepare and maintain required reports. Identify countermeasure to prevent reoccurrence.
  • Provide new hire orientation outlining the Company’s high expectations regarding safety rules and regulations.
  • Integrate and partner with the EHS team to promote a proactive safety culture focused on incident prevention and regulatory compliance.
  • Organize and participate in safety committee activities.
  • Develop specific EHS objectives and create actions plans to meet those objectives.
  • Maintain, review and report EHS performance, identifying opportunities for improvement along with implementing preventative and corrective actions as required.
  • Conduct internal EHS audits to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Work with site leadership team to ensure all key EHS operational controls are in place and EHS action items are resolved on a timely basis.
  • Develop, deliver and/or coordinate EHS training and training tools.
  • Manage and maintain site specific internal EHS systems and reporting tools.
  • Assure appropriate countermeasures are properly identified to prevent reoccurrence utilizing a robust incident investigation process including 5-Why root cause analysis.
  • Ensure timely coordination of all regulatory or Company required testing and training, including industrial hygiene testing as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in occupational safety, environmental science, or a closely related field.
  • 3 to 5 years of relevant EHS experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
  • Attention to detail and capability to analyze data and make sound conclusions.
  • Strong aptitude for organization, prioritization and managing multiple tasks at the same time.
  • Ability to actively participate in team-oriented processes influence team engagement and to drive team decision making to conclusions/solutions.
  • Must possess a theoretical and practical knowledge of all state and federal regulatory standards.
  • Knowledge of current safety and loss control practices is essential.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Capabilities and Success Factors

  • Decision Quality – Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
  • Plans & Aligns – Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
  • Communicates Effectively – Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
  • Organizational Savvy – Maneuvering comfortably through complex policy, process, and people-related organizational dynamics.
  • Instills Trust – Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

The compensation range identified below are a good faith estimate of the salary expected to be paid as performed from these locations. Actual salaries may vary based on compensable factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, education and training, and other relevant business and organizational factors. Most candidates will start in the lower half of the range.

The Salary Range: $82,000 - $115,000

Total Rewards and Benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
  • Matching 401(k) Contribution
  • Health Savings Account
  • Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation (may increase with tenure)
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Annual Bonus Eligibility
  • Educational Reimbursement
  • Matching Gift Program
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan – purchase company stock at a discount!

**THIRD PARTY AGENCY: Any unsolicited submissions received from recruitment agencies will be considered property of Zurn Elkay, and we will not be liable for any fees or obligations related to those submissions.**

E qual Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

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