HSE & Facility Leader

GENTHERM GmbH; Del Rio (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Gentherm is seeking an experienced HSE & Facility Leader to promote a safe, compliant, high-performing workplace. You will develop programs, assess risks, and drive actions to reduce incidents across facilities.

You will lead investigations, mentor teams, and ensure environmental and safety standards meet legal and customer requirements. The role emphasizes safety culture, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration to elevate operational excellence and risk management across

Qualifications

• Technical degree or equivalent in EHS, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of EHS or workplace safety experience.
• Minimum 1 year of experience delivering or facilitating employee training.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement EHS programs, policies, procedures, and training.
• Conduct risk assessments, inspections, and hazard analyses; implement corrective actions.
• Lead accident, incident, and near-miss investigations and prevent recurrence.
• Ensure compliance with EHS regulations, policies, and customer requirements.
• Manage waste, chemical handling, labeling, SDS/HDS, and environmental programs.
• Maintain EHS performance metrics, records, and compliance documentation.
• Oversee PPE, emergency preparedness, response plans, and safety equipment.
• Supervise contractors and EHS service providers for safe operations.
• Support facility operations, including service provider management and PO oversight.
• Assist with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and TISAX audits and compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement and risk-based thinking across responsibilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen safety culture and operations.

Skills

EHS expertise

Bilingual EN/ES

Training delivery

Risk assessment

Leadership & teamwork

Education

Engineering or safety-related degree

Job description

At Gentherm, we believe the next big breakthrough begins with you. As a global leader in thermal management and pneumatic comfort technologies, we develop advanced systems that deliver meaningful solutions to enhance health, wellness, comfort, and efficiency in everyday life. Our products and innovations are created for you, by you.

Be part of our team where a human-centric mindset drives everything we do—from the technologies we build to the careers we support. With decades of expertise, we have pioneered advanced solutions that have become a standard expectation for consumers around the world.

The same thoughtful approach we take in developing our technologies guides how we support your career: purposeful, impactful, and tailored to you. Because when you thrive, innovation thrives.

HSE & Facility Leader

Impact and Opportunity

As the HSE & Facility Leader, you will play a critical role in creating a safe, compliant, and high-performing workplace where employees can do their best work. You’ll have the opportunity to influence safety culture, strengthen facility operations, and proactively identify and address risks across the organization.In this role, you will evaluate work environments, identify potential hazards, and develop programs, procedures, and training designed to prevent injuries, reduce risk, and protect both people and property. You’ll serve as a trusted safety resource for employees and leaders, providing guidance on compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies while driving continuous improvement in HSE practices.

Beyond compliance, this is an opportunity to make a visible impact by building a culture where safety is embedded in everyday operations. You’ll conduct inspections, investigate and address hazardous conditions, partner with teams to implement corrective actions, and help ensure equipment, machinery, and work practices meet established safety standards

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement EHS programs, policies, procedures, and training to promote a safe and compliant workplace.
• Conduct risk assessments, inspections, and hazard analyses; implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead accident, incident, and near-miss investigations and drive actions to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure compliance with applicable EHS regulations, company policies, and customer requirements.
• Manage waste, recycling, chemical handling, SDS/HDS, labeling, and environmental programs.
• Maintain and monitor EHS performance metrics, records, and compliance documentation.
• Oversee PPE requirements, emergency preparedness, response plans, and safety equipment.
• Supervise contractors and EHS-related service providers to ensure safe and compliant operations.
• Support facility operations, including service provider management and purchase order oversight.
• Support compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and TISAX requirements and audits.
• Drive continuous improvement, risk-based thinking, and management of change across areas of responsibility.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to strengthen safety culture, environmental performance, and operational excellence.
• Lead emergency response activities and stop work when significant health, safety, or environmental risks are identified.

Minimum Qualifications

• Technical degree, certification, or equivalent experience in EHS, Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3year of EHS or workplace safety experience.
• Minimum 1 year of experience delivering or facilitating employee training.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Working knowledge of risk assessment, hazard identification, incident investigation, and EHS compliance.
• Strong technical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, leadership, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with employees, leaders, and contractors.
• Schedule flexibility to support facility and emergency response needs.
• Ability to understand and consistently apply Gentherm policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Gentherm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building an inclusive culture through Our Network of Engagement (ONE) where we value our differences and work together to positively impact the lives of our employees, customers, and communities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Country/Region: US

Published: Sep 1, 2026

Nearest Major Market: San Antonio
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