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ADM

Industrial Construction Manager - Decatur, IL

Decatur, IL

$70K - $131K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... EHS, Operations, and Project ControlsOversees QA/QC processes in mechanical completion turnover packagesManages change control, RFIs, and field-directed scope adjustmentsRequired Skills ...

Tate & Lyle

Stevia Plant Operator-3

Decatur, IL · On-site

Reports to Stevia Plant Manager Line Manager +1 McIntosh Plant Manager Direct Reports None Starting ... Safety accountabilities - EHS Critical Role Level 3 Protecting our people and the environment is ...

Primient

Sr. Specialist, Black Belt, CI

Decatur, IL

$67K - $86K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... directed by the Primient Operating System (POM). * Mentor and Coach Lean Six Sigma Green Belts ... Continuous Manufacturing Processes (operations, maintenance, EHS, quality) * Microsoft Applications ...

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Tate & Lyle

Stevia Plant Operator-3

Decatur, IL · On-site

Reports to Stevia Plant Manager Line Manager +1 McIntosh Plant Manager Direct Reports None Starting ... Safety accountabilities - EHS Critical Role Level 3 Protecting our people and the environment is ...

Aerotek

Safety Coordinator

Decatur, IL

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Additional Skills & Qualifications * background in health and safety, environmental health and safety (EHS), or industrial hygiene. * Experience working with safety committees and cross-functional ...

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How much do ehs director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for ehs director in Decatur, IL is $128,518.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $105,700.00 and $155,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an EHS Director do?

An EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) Director is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing programs that ensure workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and environmental stewardship. They assess risks, enforce occupational health standards, and create policies to prevent accidents and environmental hazards. EHS Directors collaborate with leadership, train employees on safety protocols, and ensure the organization complies with local, state, and federal regulations. Their role is critical in reducing workplace incidents, improving sustainability efforts, and fostering a safe work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an EHS Director?

To thrive as an EHS Director, you need deep expertise in environmental, health, and safety regulations, risk management, and organizational compliance, typically backed by a degree in environmental science, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with EHS management systems, safety auditing software, and certifications like CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist) is highly valued. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills set top candidates apart, enabling them to drive culture change and effectively manage cross-functional teams. These skills and credentials are vital to ensure organizational compliance, minimize risks, and promote a safe workplace environment.

What are some typical challenges EHS Directors face in their daily work?

EHS Directors often encounter the challenge of balancing strict regulatory compliance with the operational needs of the business. They must proactively identify and mitigate safety and environmental risks while keeping up with changing laws and industry standards. Coordinating safety initiatives across multiple departments and locations also requires strong communication and influence skills. Successfully overcoming these challenges ensures that organizations not only meet legal requirements but also foster a culture of safety and responsibility.

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Infographic showing various Ehs Director job openings in Decatur, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $128,518 per year, or $61.8 per hour.

Environmental Health and Safety Leader

Sysco

Lincoln, IL • On-site

$81K - $122K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

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7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 321 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Job Summary:
The responsibility of this role is to provide intermediate-level site EHS expertise to assigned business units, support the field safety team, and partner with EHS function to implement the global EHS management system.

The role aims to accomplish the following:
Supporting their sites in executing on various EHS processes including:
  • EHS-related training, environmental compliance, occupational health and safety, workers’ compensation, transportation safety, contractor management, and business continuity. Identifying, assessing, and controlling workplace hazards.
  • Escalating resistance/challenges to leadership and direct line manager to facilitate problem solving.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Execute injury prevention programs/initiatives to motivate and influence the creation of a world class safety culture and minimize injury risk.
  • Identify, assess, and control site-level hazards, including supporting Supervisors and direct line leaders in the investigation of incidents and completion of detailed incident investigation reports with root cause analyses.
  • Manage, deliver, and track compliance training programs as required by both regulatory agencies and Sysco policy.  Identify gaps and opportunities for training compliance and delivery based on injury trends, KPIs, and risk assessments.
  • Support the workers’ compensation claims process by completing OSHA determinations, identifying gaps in claims management, and promoting safe and early return to work as well as any other requirements related to general liability, motor vehicle, and property damage claims.
  • Partner and collaborate with all functional leaders to influence and help manage EHS resources, projects, and business decisions.
  • Provide input on the design of standardized safety systems, policies, training, campaigns and programs to reduce corporate and human capital risk, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
  • Support environmental compliance and claims programs (workers compensation, general liability, motor vehicle, property damage).

Education Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree with major course work in EHS, risk management safety/industrial/quality/ environmental engineering or a closely related field is required.

Education Preferred:
  • Master’s Degree with major course work in EHS, risk management safety/industrial/quality/ environmental engineering or a closely related field is preferred.

Experience Required:
  • 3+ years of EHS program management experience with large national or multi-national companies with multiple sites.

Experience Preferred:
  • 3-6 years of progressive EHS program management experience with large national or multi-national companies with multiple sites.

Licenses/Certification Required:
  • Associate Safety Professional (ASP) designation or ability to acquire designation within 1 year is preferred.

Licenses/Certification Preferred:
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP) designation, Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or other professionally recognized certifications in EHS (ISO 14001/ISO 45001) are highly desirable.

Technical Skills and Abilities:
  • Strong background in and knowledge of federal, state, provincial, and local EHS requirements and industry standards/best practices (i.e. acts, regulations, codes, standards and case law), or ability to quickly learn same.
  • Strong skills in thoroughly researching regulatory and company requirements, and succinctly summarizing those requirements in simple language that is understandable to those outside of the EHS function.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interact and influence effectively with all levels of management, employees, and customers and union members.
  • Understanding of culture building practices and strategy.
  • Actively drives performance and vehemently strives to solve problems and follow projects through to completion.
  • Confidence to ask for support (site/functional leadership) when faced with resistance, budgetary limitations, personal conflicts, or when the situation would otherwise benefit from it.
  • Ability to coordinate planning and collaboration with other business functions in a way that is mutually beneficial and drives continuous improvement.
  • Ability to drive a strong EHS philosophy and implement programs designed to effectively change behavior and prevent injury using data and research-driven methods.
  • Ability to analyze and independently resolve a variety of difficult situations and problems using timely decision making.
  • Actively drives performance and vehemently strives to strategically solve problems and follow projects through to completion.
  • Ability to analyze and independently resolve a variety of difficult situations and problems using timely decision making.
  • Adapts well to and initiates change in the organization.

Language Requirements:
  • English Required; Bilingual in Spanish highly valued.

Physical Demands:
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
  • The ability to sit, stand, drive, travel by air, walk and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone to talk and hear for 8 hours per day.
  • The ability to frequently sit and reach with hands and arms.
  • The ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Travel Requirements:
  • Minimal travel.

Work Environment:
  • Must be able to utilize office equipment such as desktop/notebook computers, copiers, printers, scanners, telephones, and calculators. 
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
  • Must be able to work in various indoor, outdoor, freezer and cooler climates and driving conditions for a 24 hour, 7 days a week operation.
  • Occasional work from home.

OVERVIEW:
Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.

About Us
Sysco is the global leader in selling, marketing and distributing food products to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments and other customers who prepare meals away from home. Its family of products also includes equipment and supplies for the foodservice and hospitality industries. With more than 71,000 colleagues, the company operates 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves approximately 700,000 customer locations. For fiscal year 2022 that ended July 2, 2022, the company generated sales of more than $68 billion. Information about our Sustainability program, including Sysco’s 2022 Sustainability Report and 2022 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Report, can be found at www.sysco.com.

Compensation Range:
$81,600.00 - $122,400.00

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws.  Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.  

You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:
For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

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