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Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager
Req ID: 49082
Job Location (Short): Loves Park, IL, USA
Employment Type: Full Time
Segment: Danfoss Power Electronics and Drives Segment
Job Category: Quality and Environment, Health and Safety (EHS)
Work Location Type: On-site
The Impact You’ll Make
At Danfoss Drives in Loves Park, Illinois , you will play a critical role in protecting people, the environment, and our business. As our Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager , you will shape how safety and sustainability show up every day on the factory floor and beyond.
You will own and lead EHS for the site, combining strategy with hands-on leadership. Your work will directly influence how we prevent incidents, reduce environmental impact, and build a culture where everyone goes home safe.
If you are energized by ownership, visibility, and the opportunity to make lasting change in a global manufacturing environment, this role gives you the platform to do exactly that.
What You’ll Be Doing
Lead site-wide EHS strategy and execution , including ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification , ensuring full compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulations
Build a strong safety culture by delivering impactful training, leading the Safety Committee, and turning awareness into action
Drive environmental sustainability initiatives such as waste reduction, energy efficiency, and responsible resource use
Own incident management and root cause analysis , including training users, maintaining systems, and ensuring timely, accurate reporting
Partner closely with HR, operations, and leadership on workers’ compensation, audits, reporting, and continuous improvement across the site and occasional North America support
What We’re Looking For
A Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, EHS, Industrial Hygiene, Safety Engineering, or a related field, with 5-10 years of EHS experience in a multi-shift manufacturing or logistics environment
Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and environmental regulations , with experience leading audits and compliance activities
Proven ability to influence at all levels , challenge the status quo, and communicate clearly with both shop-floor teams and senior leaders
Hands-on experience with EHS systems and tools , including incident management and chemical management software
A global mindset , strong project management skills, and flexibility to support additional sites and non-standard work hours when needed
What You’ll Get from Us
We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $98,500- $134,000+ bonus + benefits . Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.Join Danfoss Drives and become part of a team making a significant impact in energy efficiency and electrification. As a global leader in power conversion solutions, we are committed to sustainability, exceptional quality, and fostering an inclusive work environment. Our technology powers industries worldwide and supports global decarbonization efforts. Engineer a better future with Danfoss, where meaningful change begins with you!
Ready to Make a Difference?
If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
Information at a Glance
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Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.
Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.
Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.
Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.
Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.
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