EHS Coordinator

Adient plc; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

Disability Life and AD&D Insurance

401k

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

Adient is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Coordinator to develop and maintain EHS programs in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will partner with plant leadership to promote safety culture and reduce workplace risks.

The role requires 1–3 years in EHS, knowledge of OSHA standards, and strong communication and organizational skills along with proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, or related field preferred.
• 1–3 years in Environmental Health & Safety or manufacturing settings.
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards and safety compliance requirements.
• Experience conducting safety inspections and incident investigations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to facilitate training and present information to all levels.
• Ability to maintain detailed records and support regulatory reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the administration and continuous improvement of EHS programs, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct routine safety inspections, audits, and hazard assessments to identify risks and ensure OSHA compliance.
• Investigate workplace incidents, injuries, near misses, and unsafe conditions; determine root causes and track corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate EHS documentation, including training records, OSHA logs, incident reports, and regulatory records.
• Support environmental compliance activities and assist with required reporting and recordkeeping.
• Coordinate employee safety training programs, orientations, and ongoing awareness initiatives.
• Monitor safety performance metrics and prepare reports for management review.
• Collaborate with supervisors and employees to promote safe work practices and address safety concerns.

Skills

OSHA compliance

Safety inspections

Incident investigations

Documentation

Training coordination

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Access

Job description

Department: Environmental Health & Safety

Salary Range: $53,000-$79,700

Reports to: EHS Manager

Position Summary

The Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator supports the development, implementation, and maintenance of environmental, health, and safety programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies. This role partners with plant leadership and employees to promote a culture of safety, reduce workplace risks, and support continuous improvement initiatives within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the administration and continuous improvement of EHS programs, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct routine safety inspections, audits, and workplace hazard assessments to identify risks and ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards.
• Investigate workplace incidents, injuries, near misses, and unsafe conditions, determine root causes, and track corrective actions through completion.
• Maintain accurate EHS documentation, including training records, OSHA logs, incident reports, and regulatory compliance records.
• Support environmental compliance activities and assist with required reporting and recordkeeping.
• Facilitate and coordinate employee safety training programs, orientations, and ongoing awareness initiatives.
• Monitor safety performance metrics and prepare reports and presentations for management review.
• Partner with supervisors and employees to promote safe work practices and proactively address safety concerns.
• Assist in emergency preparedness and response activities, including drills and incident response coordination.
• Serve as a resource for employees regarding EHS policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing workplace injuries and improving overall safety performance.

Required Qualifications

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.

1-3 years of experience in Environmental Health & Safety, manufacturing operations, or a related field.

Working knowledge of OSHA standards, regulations, and safety compliance requirements.

Experience conducting safety inspections, incident investigations, and corrective action follow-up.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to facilitate training and effectively present information to employees at all levels.

Ability to maintain detailed and accurate records and reports.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Certifications & Special Requirements

• Ability and willingness to successfully obtain and maintain certifications in: CPR First Aid Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Bloodborne Pathogens Training.
• Ability to respond appropriately to workplace medical emergencies and incidents.
• Ability to walk production areas regularly, conduct inspections, and work in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in automotive or manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of environmental compliance regulations and reporting.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 and/or ISO 45001 management systems.
• OSHA 10-Hour or OSHA 30-Hour certification preferred.

Competencies

• Safety Leadership
• Regulatory Compliance
• Attention to Detail
• Risk Assessment and Hazard Recognition
• Communication and Training
• Continuous Improvement
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Critical Thinking and Decision Making

Qualification Requirements

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

Education Required & Preferred: University Degree Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety.

Experience Required & Preferred: Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel; Familiar with Microsoft Access; Minimum of two years’ experience in Health and Safety.

Sound knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental laws.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals. Candidate has the ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtracts, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Candidate has the ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.

Reasoning Ability: Candidate has the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Other Skills and Abilities: Must be computer literate and familiar with appropriate software programs. Candidate has the ability to create visual aids for communication purposes.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Disability Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401k
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays

The job description outlined above is not intended to be a detailed list of job functions or responsibilities. It outlines the essential functions of the job. An individual may be required to perform other duties from time to time. The company reserves the right to amend, change or delete the contents of this description.

PRIMARY LOCATION

Normal Adient (NYSE: ADNT) is a global leader in automotive seating. With more than 65,000 employees in 29 countries, Adient operates ~200 manufacturing/assembly plants worldwide. We produce and deliver automotive seating for all major OEMs. From complete seating systems to individual components, our expertise spans every step of the automotive seat-making process. We take our products from research and design to engineering and manufacturing — and into millions of vehicles every year. For more information, please visit www.adient.com.