EHS Specialist

Constellium; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 health insurance

3% employer retirement contribution

401k match 100% up to 6%

Hybrid work arrangement

Fitness reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment program

Adoption assistance

Paid parental leave

Company swag allowance

Job summary

Constellium Van Buren is seeking an EHS Specialist to provide expertise and support to drive EHS excellence across operations in metro-Detroit. The role coordinates EHS First programs, maintains EHS management systems, and supports new projects while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The candidate will lead safety initiatives, conduct audits, deliver training, and drive incident prevention through data analysis and proactive improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in EHS or Engineering or equivalent.
• OSHA 10-hour certification preferred/required.
• 2–4 years of hands-on EHS experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with ISO 14001/45001 and IATF 16949 preferred.
• Strong communication and training delivery skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead Safety Committee and foster employee engagement.
• Implement and improve HIRARC and assess environmental impacts.
• Support audits, EHS tours, inspections and ISO compliance.
• Provide EHS expertise, data analysis and reporting.
• Develop and deliver training on EHS topics.
• Lead Leadership Safety Tours and LST Board.
• Audit contractors for General Work Permit (GWP).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

EHS knowledge

Training delivery

Auditing

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS/Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary: The EHS Specialist is vital part of the team and is responsible for providing EHS expertise, structure and support to the Constellium organization by driving EHS excellence through various means by effectively coordinating the EHS First programs, providing technical and logistical support in the maintenance and continual improvement of the EHS management systems and in new projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Safety Committee and drive employee engagement initiatives by fostering open communication, promoting recognition programs, and organizing activities that support a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Assist with the implementation and improvement of HIRARC, leading HIRARC workshops, and the assessment of Environmental Impacts for existing operations and new projects.
• Support the internal and external audits and the various EHS tours, inspections and assessments including ISO 14001 and ISO 45001.
• Provide technical (legal, regulatory and EHS First) expertise and interpretations, sampling, and reporting requirements for ongoing operations and new projects.
• Drive and lead the EHS CA/PA/Suggestion activities to ensure timely completion of desired outcomes.
• Collect/analyze and assess trend data to identify issues and opportunities for EHS improvements.
• Develop and deliver training in EHS issues to relevant ASNA (Automotive Structures North America) employees and contractors, including initial orientations, refresher training and EHS program awareness.
• Perform Leadership Safety Tours, supervisor coaching, maintain SIF rolling 3, update LST (Leadership Safety Tour) Board and Tracker.
• Champion the EHS 8D Process and Board.
• Auditing all contactors to ensure the general work permit (GWP) is completed and audited with GWP tool.
• All other duties assigned and necessary to perform the job.

Qualifications

• Applicant should demonstrate knowledge in occupational/environmental safety and possess or be working toward a bachelor's degree, preferably EHS or Engineering-related or equivalent experience with a high school diploma or GED (General Educational Development), required.
• Must have experience in an EHS specific role and are willing to possess an OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) 10-hour certification, required.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills with the ability to deliver effective training, and interface at all levels of the organization with special consideration to shop floor personnel, required.
• 2 to 4 years of hands-on experience in EHS roles within a manufacturing environment, preferred.
• Experience with IATF 16949:2016, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 management systems, preferred.
• Proven experience working in a manufacturing setting, with specific knowledge and understanding of automated machining, six sigma and ergonomics, preferred.
• Strong knowledge of hazardous materials and SDS, preferred.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state and local legal and regulatory requirements in either OSHA and Environment with practical understanding of the implementation requirements, preferred.
• Statistical, mathematical, and chemical knowledge, preferred.
• Strong and demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office, preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.

About Constellium Van Buren

Constellium Van Buren is a state-of-the-art production facility which produces customized aluminum automotive structures and crash management systems for our OEM customers and features advanced development and prototyping capabilities. Located at the heart of the automotive industry in metro-Detroit, our employees work closely with our OEM customers and suppliers to ensure our products meet precise performance, quality and safety specifications.

Benefits

Benefits are the cherry on top of any job and what Constellium has to offer is definitely a treat! All full-time employees are eligible for Day 1 insurance benefits! Starting on the first of the month after 30 days of employment, employees are eligible to participate in our retirement plan which automatically includes a 3% employer contribution. On top of that, if the employee chooses to contribute to 401k, Constellium matches 100% of the first 6% contribution. That money adds up fast! Constellium also offers a hybrid work arrangement, where employees at times are able to work remotely from home! If you miss office parties and socializing with coworkers, Constellium has their own Constellium Cares Committee at each site where they plan activities for employee engagement and community outreach. These are great opportunities to connect with others and do good for our communities! Like free stuff? Employees are given an annual allowance to buy company swag and have the option to submit fitness reimbursements for gym memberships, new workout equipment and more! Are kids in your future? Constellium offers adoption assistance and paid parental leave! Birthing parents are eligible for 16 weeks of 100% paid leave and non-birthing parents are eligible for 4 weeks of 100% paid parental leave. Constellium will also help cover dependent care expenses with a $1,000 employer contribution. Are you seeking a new degree or paying off student loans? Constellium offers a tuition reimbursement program and a Student Loan Repayment Program where the Company will pay up to $3,000 per year to help employees tackle student debt. All in all, Constellium is a great place to work, period.

Constellium is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.