Senior Group Manager, Regional Safety Compliance (HMGMA)

Location: Savannah, GA, US, 31308 Date: Apr 3, 2026 Senior Group Manager, Regional Safety Compliance (HMGMA) WORK MODEL #LI-OnSite WHAT YOU WILL DO The Regional Safety Compliance Senior Group Manager provides strategic leadership and oversight for Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) across Hyundai Motor North America (HMNA) manufacturing operations, including Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama, LLC (HMMA) and Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America, LLC (HMGMA). This role supports and advances the HMNA Chief Manufacturing Officer’s (CMO) safety vision by ensuring regulatory compliance, driving environmental performance, and promoting a strong culture of accountability and continuous improvement. The Senior Group Manager partners closely with manufacturing leadership, affiliates, and suppliers to align EHS programs and initiatives with the CMO’s manufacturing strategy and HMNA’s core values. HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable regulations. Lead and coordinate risk assessments, hazard identification, and emergency preparedness activities in partnership with site leadership. Manage and support EHS audits, inspections, and required regulatory reporting. Develop, implement, and maintain regional EHS policies, standards, and procedures aligned with corporate guidance. Translate the HMNA CMO’s safety vision and corporate objectives into actionable regional EHS plans and priorities. Act as a key point of coordination between HMNA manufacturing sites and global corporate safety teams. Support regional business planning, communications, and prioritization of EHS investments and resources. Promote a proactive safety culture by reinforcing leadership accountability and consistent safety practices. Lead initiatives focused on incident reduction and continuous improvement in employee health and well-being. Support environmental programs aimed at reducing impact and advancing sustainability objectives. Track, analyze, and report environmental performance metrics, including emissions, waste reduction, and energy efficiency. Oversee the deployment of EHS training programs to ensure consistent understanding and application across the organization. Support leadership capability development in safety management and regulatory compliance. Budget performance monitoring and strategy. Managing and overseeing department programs. WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE Ten or more years of experience with five or more years in automotive or manufacturing desired. Three to five years of supervisory experience desired. Knowledge of the automotive industry is required. Expertise in OSHA, EPA, ISO 14001/45001 standards and global compliance frameworks required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word). Good organizational and team leadership skills. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Ability to delegate and follow up. Familiarity with basic budget and accounting functions. Strong strategic thinking, executive communication, risk management, and cross‑functional leadership skills. Experience with global OEM manufacturing strategy or mega‑project execution. Preferred qualifications include the following: Certified Safety Professional (CSP); Safety Management Professional (SMP); Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH); ISO 14001/45001 Lead Auditor. Training or certification in program management, portfolio management, or capital project governance. WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU Compensation Range: $137,025 - $203,000 annual base salary Monthly Hyundai/Genesis vehicle lease allowance (including insurance and maintenance) Holiday Pay - the company shuts down with pay between Christmas and New Years. Vacation and sick time off Healthcare insurance (medical, dental, and vision) 401(K) company match Additional 401(K) Employer Enhanced Contribution program – eligible after 1 year of employment, in addition to the regular employer matching contribution Basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability Mental health, wellbeing, and employee assistance program Health advocate (coordinate care and services, assistance with claim and billing issues, understanding Hyundai benefits) OTHER DETAILS Moderate travel – domestic and international. Our Company adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr