EHS Manager

Job Description

Summary of Position:

The EHS Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the health, safety, and environmental compliance of our operations across the United States. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive EHS programs that align with federal, state, and local regulations as well as company policies. The successful candidate will lead initiatives to minimize workplace hazards, promote a culture of safety, and reduce environmental impact through proactive risk management and continuous improvement. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to integrate EHS considerations into all business processes and to provide training and guidance to employees at all levels. Ultimately, the EHS Manager will drive the organization’s commitment to operational excellence by safeguarding employee well-being and environmental stewardship.

Corporate:

• Adheres to the HTGSS policies and procedures
• Learns, demonstrates and upholds HTGSS Core Values
• Complies with all HTGSS Certification standards; Management System (TS16949), Environmental ISO 14001-2015 and Health and Safety ISO 45001-2018 policies and procedures
• Treats all HTGSS team members with respect and professional courtesy
• Always strives to maintain a positive work environment
• Manages the department budget efficiently as per approved annual budget
• Performs additional assignments / duties as assigned 

EHS:

• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures
• Comply with all safety policies and 5S clean philosophy to maintain a safe, clean working environment
• Meets company safety goals 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead all EHS requirements as an example for others to follow 
• Create a culture of awareness, acceptance & adherence to EHS requirements 
• Inspects the facility to identify, safety, health, and environmental risks
• Prepare HR reports and metrics of various data / topics assigned 
• Advise site leadership on organizational policy matters as it relates to EHS matters 
• Plan and conduct new employee orientation to foster a positive attitude toward organizational safety objectives
• Schedule routine inspections, and implement training according to findings
• Develop, coordinate, implement, and maintain appropriate Health, Safety, Industrial and Process Safety Programs and necessary related training 
• Audit, analyze and collate EHS performance data and process effective improvement

• Preform facility audits, surveys, and inspections to identify environmental and occupational hazards, to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and develop recommendations that provide solutions, remedies or process improvement 
• Manage SDS data – ensure safety in material handling
• Proactively meets KPI requirements to reduce exposure and control risks
• Recommend and implement new Green Processes while working closely with regulatory and corporate compliance via established auditing processes and risk analysis – work on various items with EPA, and Osha
• Ensure plant hazardous waste -oil, machining fluid is deposed correctly lead Safey and Hazard assessments activities including Process Hazard Analysis and Job Safety Analysis
• Attend training and seminars, then deliver material to staff EHS/HSE/SHE Skills and knowledge 
• Administer and manage Workers Compensation program and drug testing program
• Track compliance with various Federal, State, and Local environmental requirements 
• Lead Safety Team and Waste Minimization Team programs to resolve EHS performance
• Prepare, submit and document all EPA and OSHA requirements up to but not limited to OSHA 300 log, CAA, CWA, RCRA, storm water /wastewater, Title V, PSM/RMP, SARA 311,312,313, Form R and Hazardous waste generator as well as Air Emissions annual inventory report 
• Develop and implement training for all personnel to ensure understanding and compliance of EHS & programs and environmental permit conditions
• Oversee chemical and hazardous waste management, including transportation 
• Support and account for the EHS budget, including timely review of EHS related invoices 

Reporting:

• Reports to Chief Administration Officer (CAO)

Benefits:

• 401(k) 
• Healthy Insurance 
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance 
• Paid time off 

Competency Requirements:

1. Confidentiality : Adheres to the upmost confidentiality; particularly regarding handling employment/personal information. Works with the team to ensure that all information from within the department is kept private. 
2. Multitasking : Must possess the ability to change from one task to another in quick manner based on company needs 
3. Communication: Works to ensure respectful, timely, accurate and appropriate communication across all levels of the organization.
4. Initiative : Identifies problems and takes action to address current or future problems. Proactively engages to solve issues verses simply thinking about future actions.
5. Engagement : Engages team members in developing goals, executing plans and delivering results (output). Motivates team members through clear and consistent communication. Models’ adaptability. Use collaboration and influence skills to achieve successful outcomes.
6. Leads by Example: Sets a good example for peers to follow.
7. Integrity : Performs in such a way as to inspire a high degree of trust and acceptance amongst co-workers across all departments
8. Customer Service Orientation: Focuses efforts on discovering and meeting the customer’s needs. Develops trust in all relationships internally and externally.
9. Organizational and Self Discipline : Efficiently organizes and executes assignments. Demonstrates self-discipline and reliability.
10. Analytic pieces or/ Problem Solving : Understands situations, problems, or issues by breaking them down into smaller pieces, or tracing the implications of a situation in a step-by-step way. Systematically organizes the parts of problems. Make systematic comparisons of data or aspects, prioritizing, planning, and developing countermeasures.
11. Flexibility / Adaptability: Adapts and works effectively in a variety of situations and with various individuals or groups. Seeks and appreciates opposing perspectives on issues. Adapts approach as the requirements of the situation change. Changes or easily accept changes in organization or job requirements.
12. Works Safely: Strives for an accident-free workplace. Keeps safety at the “heart” of everything done. Treats safety as a personal responsibility and sees oneself as being responsible for the safety of others.
13. Teamwork : Contributes meaningfully to work group efforts by offering new ideas for improvement. Demonstrates a cooperative manner in dealing with supervisors and other team members. Does his/her part toward group effort
14. Mutual Respect and Support : Works cooperatively with others. Welcome and take advantage of opposing ideas and opinions are always respectful to others.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCY*

Displays knowledge & skills necessary to perform assigned duties; understands Processes, procedures, standards, methods and technologies related to assignments; demonstrates functional/technical literacy; participates in measuring outcomes of work; keeps current on new developments in field of expertise effectively uses available technology (automation, software, etc.)

*Applies companywide but are specifically defined as essential functions.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Task

 Demand

Remark

Physical Task

 Demand

Remark 

Stand / Walk

Frequent (34 - 66%)

Forceful Grip

Rare (0-5%)

Sit

Frequent (34 – 66%)

Fine Manipulation

Constant (67-100%)

Computer Work 

Bend/Stoop/Squat

Rare (0-5%)

Lift

Occasional (1 – 60 reps)

50 Lbs. Max 

Forward Reach

Rare (0-5%)

Carry

Occasional (1 – 60 reps)

50 Lbs. Max

Overhead Reach

Rare (0-5%)

Push / Pull

Occasional (1 – 60 reps)

50 Lbs. Max

The employee generally works in indoor office and warehouse environments.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its equal opportunity, non-discrimination, anti-harassment policies in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. All employment decisions at Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. 

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree of science degree in Safety, Environmental or other relevant discipline, or associate degree in EHS preferred 
• PHR certification a plus
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) is preferred 

Position Requirements and Qualifications

• 8 years’ experience in Human Resources field
• 5+ Years in EHS leadership/management role is ideal 
• Experience at an Automotive OEM and/or Tier 1 supplier is helpful 
• Comprehensive understanding of U.S. employment laws and best practices
• Thoroughly understand regulatory requirements including OSHA and EPA compliance standards, as well as regulations related to storm water/wastewater, RCRA, PSM/RMP, Title V, CAA, CWA, Form R, Air Emission reporting and other federal, state, and local laws 
• Must have knowledge of OSHA, DOT, EPA, NIPA and HAZWOPER requirements 
• Experience in risk management, ergonomics, personal protective equipment, industrial safety, injury, and incident investigations, reporting, auditing and training 
• Thorough understanding and working knowledge of automotive plants processes/principles, company products, trade terminology and manufacturing processes is a plus 
• Excellent presentations, delivery and facilitation skills, ability to engage an audience 
• Ability to compile and concise visual reports in charts, graphs and table format
• Ability to exercise exceptional independent judgement and discretion with the ability to take initiative on assigned tasks without significant supervision, and be a successful member of a team 
• Must be able to interact effectively and professionally with a variety of individuals at all levels within a multicultural environment and with outside agencies, venders, contractors, and regulatory representatives

Technical/ Computer Skills:

• Strong understanding of HRIS Systems
• Experience in ADP and SAP
• Proficient with MS Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

This Position Description is intended as a summary of the job responsibilities for this position. HTGSS reserves the right to add, remove, and/or alter job responsibilities in whole or in part with or without notice. Additionally, all HTGSS team members are subject to all other HTGSS policies and procedures, including those set out in HTGSS’s Team Member Handbook.

This Position Description is not a contract. Every Team Member’s employment with HTGSS is voluntary and is subject to termination by the team member or HTGSS at will, with or without cause, and, with or without notice, at any time. Nothing in this Position Description or HTGSS policies shall be interpreted as being in conflict or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of HTGSS team members.