EHS Professional

Yanfeng; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid vacation

401(k) match

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Yanfeng is seeking an EHS Professional to enhance occupational safety and environmental compliance in our manufacturing plants in the United States. You will champion EHS risk management, support ISO processes, and drive continuous improvement across health, safety, and environmental programs.

The role requires coordinating audits, conducting safety training, and collaborating with regulators to ensure compliance with air, water, and waste permits and YFIMS requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years of general EHS experience.
• Experience with automotive manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Understanding of OSHA/EHS regulations and ISO45001.

Responsibilities

• Assess safety, fire and environmental risks and implement controls.
• Lead waste and chemical stream management.
• Coordinate EHS trainings and audits.
• Investigate incidents and determine root causes.
• Engage with regulators and contractors on compliance.

Skills

EHS knowledge

Safety training

Incident investigations

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS

Tools

EHSIS software

YF iOS / YFIMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

The EHS Professional is responsible for assisting in the implementation the YF iOS and YFIMS to eliminate the risk of occupational injury and illness, and environmental non-compliance in a manufacturing environment. Spearhead specific actions to assure the plant complies with all federal, state provincial, and local environmental regulations and rules, including those related to occupational health and safety. Champion the facility’s EHS risk management program through the corporations Quality Systems (YF iOS) and ISO processes which are designed to minimize the physical and financial exposure resulting from potential, alleged or actual on-the-job injuries/illnesses, and environmental compliance.

• Good technical skills in safety, fire and environmental matters:
• Conduct safety, fire risks/env aspects, and ergonomic assessments.
• Define controls measures to reduce risks and exposure.
• Manage and lead waste streams and chemical streams.
• Collaborates when requirements for new equipment are defined.
• Ability to work “on-call” for any emergencies that may arise.
• Enter incidents (safety & environmental) and other data such as audit results into the Corporate Health Environmental & Safety System (EHSIS).
• Maintain and track all topics from YFIMS system – EHS pillar.
• Conduct accident investigations and assist with determining root cause and resolution.
• Identifies, develops, facilitates, and conducts appropriate and required plant EHS training.
• Ensure all new equipment meets all legal and YF requirements, Active participation during acceptance process.
• Coordinate and possibly teach annual required safety and environmental compliance training.
• Evaluate EHS hazards and develop proactive strategies to address inefficiencies.
• Facilitate the daily EHS reviews of operations.
• Work with regional workers compensation claims administration team, third party administrators, and attorneys to manage open worker’s compensation claims
• Main contact for outside agencies such as fire departments, OSHA, and environmental regulators.
• Ensure contractors are trained properly and adhere to contractor safety program requirements.
• Schedule annual hearing, pulmonary function exams, and other exams as needed.
• Manage environmental and safety tasks on glide path.
• Manage Hot Work program.
• Coordinate safety action plan, ensure continuous implementation and improvement
• Conduct safety and environmental audits YFIMS; coordinate plant preparation for corporate audits YFIMS.
• Respond to environmental incidents and spills, including completing investigations to determine root-cause and closure activities.
• Support certification process according to ISO 45001
• Prepare & implement EHS&E systems & procedures.
• Initiate projects to improve EHS performance.
• Ensure plant is compliant with YF iOS and all other environmental, health and safety laws including compliance with all air, water and waste permits including specific YFIMS requirements EHS pillar
• Coordinate EHS objectives program and ensure implementation throughout the year.
• Tracks, analyses and improves EHS KPI's, Tracks & analyses near misses, incidents, injuries and ensure that corrective actions are implemented (also for all Leading indicators).
• Track and coordinate the LOTO program in plant ( LOTO-Log out Tag out).
• Assist in accident investigation, helps to assure that proper reports are completed and assists in recommending corrective action.
• Leads & update safety/ fire/ ergonomic /environmental hazards/impact assessments, defines and controls corrective measures. Active leading of EHS Risk assessment.
• Maintain the first aid facility of the plant; provides first aid treatment of on the job injuries or illness; maintains first aid treatment records.
• Quality Systems: Understand, apply and meet all function-related requirements.
• Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS): Understand, apply and meet all function-related EHS requirements.
• Product Safety: Understand, apply and meet all function-related Product Safety requirements.
• Compliance: Understand, apply and meet all function-related Compliance requirements.
• Information Security: Understand, apply and meet all function-related IT / Information Security and confidentiality of YFAI information requirements.
• Must comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Employee must have the ability to work additional hours and / or overtime as needed or assigned to complete job duties on time.
• Ability to multitask, interact politely and professionally with customers, suppliers and vendors, and work cooperatively with employees at all levels.
• Ability to maintain predictable and regular attendance, arrive to designated location on time, or be at assigned location ready to work for assignment (plant, corporate office, or remote).

Job Description

The EHS Professional is responsible for assisting in the implementation the YF iOS and YFIMS to eliminate the risk of occupational injury and illness, and environmental non-compliance in a manufacturing environment. Spearhead specific actions to assure the plant complies with all federal, state provincial, and local environmental regulations and rules, including those related to occupational health and safety. Champion the facility’s EHS risk management program through the corporations Quality Systems (YF iOS) and ISO processes which are designed to minimize the physical and financial exposure resulting from potential, alleged or actual on-the-job injuries/illnesses, and environmental compliance.

• Good technical skills in safety, fire and environmental matters:
• Conduct safety, fire risks/env aspects, and ergonomic assessments.
• Define controls measures to reduce risks and exposure.
• Manage and lead waste streams and chemical streams.
• Collaborates when requirements for new equipment are defined.
• Ability to work “on-call” for any emergencies that may arise.
• Enter incidents (safety & environmental) and other data such as audit results into the Corporate Health Environmental & Safety System (EHSIS).
• Maintain and track all topics from YFIMS system – EHS pillar.
• Conduct accident investigations and assist with determining root cause and resolution.
• Identifies, develops, facilitates, and conducts appropriate and required plant EHS training.
• Ensure all new equipment meets all legal and YF requirements, Active participation during acceptance process.
• Coordinate and possibly teach annual required safety and environmental compliance training.
• Evaluate EHS hazards and develop proactive strategies to address inefficiencies.
• Facilitate the daily EHS reviews of operations.
• Work with regional workers compensation claims administration team, third party administrators, and attorneys to manage open worker’s compensation claims
• Main contact for outside agencies such as fire departments, OSHA, and environmental regulators.
• Ensure contractors are trained properly and adhere to contractor safety program requirements.
• Schedule annual hearing, pulmonary function exams, and other exams as needed.
• Manage environmental and safety tasks on glide path.
• Manage Hot Work program.
• Coordinate safety action plan, ensure continuous implementation and improvement
• Conduct safety and environmental audits YFIMS; coordinate plant preparation for corporate audits YFIMS.
• Respond to environmental incidents and spills, including completing investigations to determine root-cause and closure activities.
• Support certification process according to ISO 45001
• Prepare & implement EHS&E systems & procedures.
• Initiate projects to improve EHS performance.
• Ensure plant is compliant with YF iOS and all other environmental, health and safety laws including compliance with all air, water and waste permits including specific YFIMS requirements EHS pillar
• Coordinate EHS objectives program and ensure implementation throughout the year.
• Tracks, analyses and improves EHS KPI's, Tracks & analyses near misses, incidents, injuries and ensure that corrective actions are implemented (also for all Leading indicators).
• Track and coordinate the LOTO program in plant ( LOTO-Log out Tag out).
• Assist in accident investigation, helps to assure that proper reports are completed and assists in recommending corrective action.
• Leads & update safety/ fire/ ergonomic /environmental hazards/impact assessments, defines and controls corrective measures. Active leading of EHS Risk assessment.
• Maintain the first aid facility of the plant; provides first aid treatment of on the job injuries or illness; maintains first aid treatment records.
• Quality Systems: Understand, apply and meet all function-related requirements.
• Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS): Understand, apply and meet all function-related EHS requirements.
• Product Safety: Understand, apply and meet all function-related Product Safety requirements.
• Compliance: Understand, apply and meet all function-related Compliance requirements.
• Information Security: Understand, apply and meet all function-related IT / Information Security and confidentiality of YFAI information requirements.
• Must comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Employee must have the ability to work additional hours and / or overtime as needed or assigned to complete job duties on time.
• Ability to multitask, interact politely and professionally with customers, suppliers and vendors, and work cooperatively with employees at all levels.
• Ability to maintain predictable and regular attendance, arrive to designated location on time, or be at assigned location ready to work for assignment (plant, corporate office, or remote).

Essential Common Requirements

• Quality Systems: Understand, apply and meet all function-related requirements.
• Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS): Understand, apply and meet all function-related EHS requirements.
• Product Safety: Understand, apply and meet all function-related Product Safety requirements.
• Compliance: Understand, apply and meet all function-related Compliance requirements.
• Information Security: Understand, apply and meet all function-related IT / Information Security and confidentiality of YFAI information requirements.
• Must comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Employee must have the ability to work additional hours and / or overtime as needed or assigned to complete job duties on time.
• Ability to multitask, interact politely and professionally with customers, suppliers and vendors, and work cooperatively with employees at all levels.
• Ability to maintain predictable and regular attendance, arrive to designated location on time, or be at assigned location ready to work for assignment (plant, corporate office, or remote).

Specific Requirements

Required Education Leve: Some College Area of Study: EHS or similar.

Required Qualifications

• 1 -3 Minimum Years of Experience with General EHS.
• 1-3 Minimum Years of Experience within the automotive industry preferred.
• Must be able and willing to travel and work at customer sites, including industrial manufacturing plants which might require climbing, lifting, or working in confined spaces.
• Understands and can apply local and YF- EHS regulations / laws.
• Understands and can apply EHS Company Culture.
• Can work well in teams, interact with regulatory authorities, and build collaborative relationships (up/down/lateral).
• Addresses issues before they occur.
• Observation and communication skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Possess strong presentation and training skills in small and large groups.
• Strong Word skills – PowerPoint, Excel, Email, etc. to perform duties of the position.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees or communicate with medical personnel.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and diving in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals and compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Familiar with employment laws and regulations (i.e., OSHA, EEOC.); must be computer literate.
• Is aware of the content of Health, Safety and Environmental Standards (ISO45001), and Health and Safety Regulations of the host country. As well as the Environmental Legislation of the host country.
• Basic knowledge of NFPA Fire Protection Standards or any other local Fire Protection standard

Physical Ability Requirements

• Stationary Position (Sitting or Standing): Occasionally
• Movement (Walking): Frequently
• Carry Weight (Lifting up to 25 lbs): Occasionally
• Communication (Seeing/Talking/Hearing): Frequently
• Use Hands/Fingers (Operate computer, printer, phone): Frequently

Our Investment in You

• Competitive Compensation Packages
• Generous Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave and Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits from day one
• Competitive 401k Match
• Rewarding Healthy Behavior Program
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Health Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Discount Program

About Us

Thank you for your interest in Yanfeng. As one of the world’s largest automotive suppliers, we are creating the future of mobility as a collaborative, global team. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, as well as a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we are a company with an established history and a bright future. In North America, Yanfeng is focused on enhancing the mobility experience through the design, development, and manufacturing of automotive interiors, seating, electronics, and passive safety systems. Founded in Shanghai in 1936, Yanfeng’s history of innovation and craftsmanship have since expanded the business globally. Currently, Yanfeng has more than 240 locations and approximately 55,000 employees worldwide. Become a part of something more. Join our team as we grow and create the future of mobility, together.

About The Team

ABOUT THE TEAM

Yanfeng is committed to developing our employees through opportunities like development programs, continuous learning, mentorship, and volunteerism. Our industry-leading team is looking to recruit highly motivated and engaged talent. Upon joining Yanfeng, new employees will get a detailed introduction through our comprehensive onboarding process. Advance your career with personal and professional growth as a part of our global team!