Environment, Health and Safety Manager

Overview AUTOKINITON provides value-driven, sustainable automotive components and assembly solutions for our customers. We offer a rewarding compensation and benefits package along with opportunities for career development within a stable environment that’s building a better foundation for every vehicle on the road. Responsibilities Manage and drive all Plant Environmental, Health and Safety(EHS) functions, compliance, activities, and management system. Maintain communications with Corporate Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) leadership. Provide direction and leadership consistent with Plant business plan goals as a member of the Plant Leadership Team while continuously integrating EHS into daily work activites. Use data analysis methods; develop and maintain annual strategic improvement plans targeted at driving safety performance and achieving leading indicator goals. Develop, lead, train, and drive EHS initiatives to assess and minimize workplace risks. Advise the Plant Manager and other functional group managers as a member of the Plant Leadership Team while driving organizational EHS performance and initiatives. Responsible for ensuring all Associates have the necessary safety and environmental training, tools and materials to perform their tasks and responsibilities safely and efficiently. Lead the ISO 14001 process and enhance the environmental management system to drive environmental stewardship initiatives through implementation of recycling and pollution prevention and implement value added environmental management projects. Systematically develop and implement strategic actions to reduce work-related injuries and illnesses (e.g. ergonomic processes, layered process auditing, behavior-based safety process) Assign clear responsibilities for safety and environmental performance to Plant staff and hold all Plant Associates accountable for enforcement. Partner with multi-disciplanary teams to implement changes in design of machinery, equipment, and work methods to drive ergonomic improvements. Lead environmental compliance activities including but not limited to assisting in preparing and submitting permit certifications and other required compliance reports, accountable for completing OSHA documentation, Plant lead interface with Federal, State, and Local environmental agencies on Plant safety and environmental issues. Lead the ISO 14001 process and enhance the environmental management system to drive environmental stewardship initiatives through implementation of recycling and pollution prevention and implement value added environmental management projects. Remain up-to-date and informed of existing and proposed changes to EHS regulations and requirements that are applicable to the Plant. This role reports to the Plant Manager and supported by the Corporate Area EHS Manager. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in a safety related field or environmental science; Master’s degree preferred. Professional Safety or Environmental certification (CSP, CHMM) preferred. Minimum of 5+ years of experience in EHS leadership role within a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. Must have metal stamping experience; welding assembly a plus. Specific knowledge in EHS processes/practices, (OSHA) Federal and State requirements, ergonomics, ISO 14001, etc. Solid background in ergonomics. Proven skills in data analysis, safety investigations, EHS training of all Associates. Ability to collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams. Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills. Strong problem resolution skills, along with data analysis and team orientation skills. Proven leadership ability and excellent interpersonal skills. Advanced proficiency with MS Office, MS SharePoint, and ERP Systems. #J-18808-Ljbffr