Environmental Health Safety Specialist

Hyundai Transys Seating System; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyundai Transys Georgia Powertrain is looking for an Environmental Health and Safety Specialist to implement and oversee safety protocols in the manufacturing plant in Mesa, Arizona. The role involves developing and maintaining health, safety, and environmental programs, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate will possess a thorough understanding of EHS regulations, lead safety training, and manage the Workers Compensation program. A commitment to a clean, safe, and hazard-free work environment is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of EHS regulations and compliance standards.
• Ability to implement Health, Safety, Environmental programs effectively.
• Experience conducting facility audits and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Lead EHS requirements as an example for others.
• Develop and implement Health, Safety, Environmental programs.
• Audit and analyze EHS performance data to improve safety compliance.

Skills

EHS HSE understanding

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Manufacturing techniques familiarity

Safety policies adherence

Job description

The principal role of the Environmental Health and Safety Specialist is to implement Manufacturing Methods and Safety at the manufacturing plant. The right individual will have a thorough understanding of EHS HSE – Health, Safety and Environmental requirements including regulatory and compliance. This is a role in a Manufacturing Plant. The HSE EHS Specialist will need to be familiar with today’s current manufacturing techniques. As a global automotive company, we believe in a clean environment. We embrace a safe, clean and hazard free manufacturing work environment.

Corporate

• Adheres to the HTGSS policies and procedures
• Learns, demonstrates and upholds HTGSS Core Values
• Complies with all HTGSS Certification standards; Management System (TS16949), Environmental ISO 14001-2015 and Health and Safety ISO 45001-2018 policies and procedures
• Treats all HTGSS team members with respect and professional courtesy
• Always strives to maintain a positive work environment
• Manages the department budget efficiently as per approved annual budget
• Performs additional assignments / duties as assigned

EHS

• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures
• Complies with all safety policies and 5S clean philosophy to maintain a safe, clean working environment
• Meets company safety goals

Duties and Responsibilities

• Leads all EHS requirements as an example for others to follow.
• Create a culture of awareness, acceptance & adherence to the EHS requirements.
• Develop, coordinate, implement, and maintain appropriate Health, Safety, Environmental, Industrial and Process Safety Programs and necessary related training.
• Track, report, and analyze key safety and environmental metrics; proactively meets KPI requirements in order to reduce exposure and control risk.
• Audit, analyze and collate EHS performance data and proposes effective improvements
• Perform facility audits, surveys and inspections to identify environmental and occupational hazards, to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and develop recommendations that provide solutions, remedies or process improvement.
• Recommend and implement new Green Processes while working closely with regulatory and corporate compliance via established auditing processes and risk analysis - work on various items with EPA, OSHA
• Manage MSDS data - ensure safety in material handling.
• Lead Safety and Hazard assessments activities including Process Hazard Analysis, Job Safety Analysis.
• Attend training and seminars - then deliver training to staff in EHS/HSE/SHE skills and knowledge.
• Administer and manage the Workers Compensation program.
• Track compliance for the various Federal, State and Local environmental requirements
• Lead Safety Team and Waste Minimization Team programs to resolve or improve EHS performance.
• Prepare, submit and document all EPA and OSHA requirements up to but not limited to OSHA 300 log, CAA, CWA, RCRA, storm water / waste water, Title V, PSM/RMP, SARA 311, 312, 313, Form R and Hazardous waste generator as well as Air Emissions annual inventory report.
• Develop and implement training for all personnel to assure understanding and compliance of EHS programs and environmental permit conditions.
• Oversee all chemical and hazardous waste management, including transportation.
• Support and account for the EHS budget, including timely review of EHS related invoices.
• Lead emergency preparedness and response programs, including drills and plan updates.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and after-action management reviews; implement corrective and preventive actions.