EHS Manager

Kobe Aluminum Automotive Products Llc; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive sector is seeking an Environmental, Health & Safety Manager to oversee compliance with safety regulations and lead EHS initiatives. The role involves developing safety programs, monitoring KPIs, and ensuring a safe work environment. Ideal candidates will have a B.S. degree in a related field and significant experience in EHS management.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of environmental and/or health & safety experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily EHS activities for compliance with EPA and OSHA.
• Develop and implement safety activities and training programs.
• Investigate accidents and develop countermeasures.

Skills

Self-starter

Detail-oriented

Effective communication

Education

B.S. degree in Occupational Health & Safety

B.S. degree in Environmental Sciences

Job description

Job Title: Environmental, Health & Safety Manager

Classification: Exempt

Department: EHS

Reports to: Vice President

Shift: Monday-Friday

Purpose:

Responsible for leading environmental, health, and safety daily activities to ensure legal and regulatory compliance with EPA and OSHA. Functions as a primary contact to analyze and react to environmental or safety emergencies.

General Duties:

1. Requires constant physical activity throughout shift (except breaks and lunch) such as walking, sitting, standing, bending, squatting, reaching, handling, near/far vision, pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting objects weighing 50 lbs.
2. Develops and implements annual and monthly environmental and health & safety activities for the company.
3. Inspects and evaluates the environment, equipment, and processes in working areas to ensure compliance with government safety regulations and industry standards.
4. Recommends changes to protect workers, and educates employees on how to prevent health problems and injuries through health & safety training programs.
5. Investigates accidents and environmental impacts to identify causes and develop countermeasures.
6. Develops and monitors EHS Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for meeting targets & objectives.
7. Provides guidance and direction to EHS Department members.
8. Assists local governing agencies during required visits.
9. Monitors and reports EHS activities to corporate entities.
10. Prepares and oversees the EHS Departmental Budget and related supplies/services.
11. Determines and implements required training to reduce risks.
12. Coordinates transportation of injured workers for proper care and treatment.
13. Coordinates with outside occupational health & safety and environmental vendors for necessary services.
14. Encourages and monitors EHS continuous improvement projects.
15. Performs payroll timekeeping and scheduling for EHS Exempt and Non-Exempt employees in the Superintendent’s absence.
16. Participates in all meetings requiring environmental, health, or safety input.
17. Performs other functions as required.

Skills:

• Self-starter and detail-oriented.
• Observes all safety rules.
• Maintains a clean work area.
• Good computer skills; proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.).
• Communicates effectively with all departments and outside agencies.

Requirements:

• B.S. degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Sciences, or a related field and 5+ years of environmental and/or health & safety experience.