2027 Environmental Health and Safety Accelerated Development Program - Matteson, IL

The EHS Specialist ADP participant is "hosted" by the Global Supply Chain Organizational Development Department and participants are matched with one of our manufacturing or distribution facilities.The employees will work out of our Matteson, Illinois location and will begin the program either January or July 2027.

Position Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting the EHS Manager with:

• Assigned daily tasks
• Working mid to large scale projects
• Participating in further developmental activities that will allow them to continue to learn about the Safety function including:
  • attending the Company & Division EHS orientation
  • reviewing the EHS matrix
  • participating in an audit
  • conducting an incident investigation
  • becoming familiar with environmental practices
  • participating in a VPP certification or re-certification
• Developing site safety plans
• Participate in appropriate on the job Safety activities for professional development
• Learn to manage site safety Observations and hazard tracking systems
• Foster a positive safety culture through professional and proactive interactions with employees

Minimum Requirements

• Must have a bachelor's degree or higher by the start of this Development Program (January or June 2027)
• Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future
• Be willing to relocate, as required, upon completion of the Accelerated Development Program
• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Must have experience with Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications

• Have a bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Health or related majors
• Previous Internship/Co-op experience within Sherwin-Williams.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations or VPP programs
• Previous Internship, Co-op or work experience in a related field
• Leadership experience as demonstrated by your involvement in extracurricular activities on campus or in the community