Manager

Hyundai Transys; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System (HTGSS) is seeking a Corporate EHS Manager to lead environmental compliance and health & safety programs across four U.S. manufacturing plants in Georgia, Alabama, Illinois, and Arizona.

Reporting to the CAO, the role includes developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive EHS programs to align with regulations and company policies. The successful candidate will minimize workplace hazards, promote safety culture, and drive environmental stewardship

Qualifications

• 5+ years of EHS leadership/management experience in manufacturing.
• Hands-on environmental compliance experience (air permitting, EPCRA/TRI, RCRA, SPCC, stormwater).
• Ability to travel approx. 20% to plants in Alabama, Illinois, and Arizona.
• Must understand OSHA and EPA compliance standards and related regulations.
• Experience with ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 management systems.

Responsibilities

• Own environmental compliance for four plants, including air permits and reporting.
• Lead OSHA/OSHA-related programs and safety initiatives.
• Develop and implement comprehensive EHS programs across sites.
• Coordinate training and guidance for employees at all levels.
• Prepare EHS reports and KPIs; manage budget and audits.
• Oversee site services (security and access control) and travel to plants.

Skills

EHS leadership

Environmental compliance

Travel willingness

Presentation skills

Regulatory knowledge

ISO 14001/45001

Education

Bachelor of Science in Safety/Environmental

Associate degree in EHS

Tools

MS Office

EHS software

Job description

Summary of Position:

Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System (HTGSS) is strengthening its corporate EHS function to support four U.S. manufacturing plants in Georgia, Alabama, Illinois, and Arizona. Reporting to the Chief Administration Officer (CAO), the Corporate EHS Manager will lead environmental compliance and health & safety programs across all sites. Environmental compliance carries equal weight with safety in this role.

Summary of Position:

Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System (HTGSS) is strengthening its corporate EHS function to support four U.S. manufacturing plants in Georgia, Alabama, Illinois, and Arizona. Reporting to the Chief Administration Officer (CAO), the Corporate EHS Manager will lead environmental compliance and health & safety programs across all sites. Environmental compliance carries equal weight with safety in this role. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive EHS programs that align with federal, state, and local regulations as well as company policies. The successful candidate will lead initiatives to minimize workplace hazards, promote a culture of safety, and reduce environmental impact through proactive risk management and continuous improvement. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to integrate EHS considerations into all business processes and to provide training and guidance to employees at all levels. Ultimately, the Corporate EHS Manager will drive the organization’s commitment to operational excellence by safeguarding employee well-being and environmental stewardship. The position also oversees site services, including security and access control, offering broad operational leadership exposure. Relocation assistance is available.

Corporate:

• Adheres to the HTGSS policies and procedures
• Learns, demonstrates and upholds HTGSS Core Values
• Complies with all HTGSS Certification standards; Quality Management System (IATF 16949), 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:

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

Environmental Compliance

• Own environmental compliance for all four plants, including air permits, EPCRA Tier II and TRI (Form R) reporting, RCRA hazardous waste, SPCC, and stormwater (NPDES/SWPPP)
• Serve as the primary contact with EPA and state environmental agencies
• Prepare, submit and document all EPA and OSHA requirements including but not limited to OSHA 300 log, CAA, CWA, RCRA, storm water/wastewater, Title V, PSM/RMP, SARA 311, 312, 313, Form R and Hazardous waste generator as well as Air Emissions annual inventory report
• Track compliance with various Federal, State, and Local environmental requirements
• Oversee chemical and hazardous waste management, including transportation
• Ensure plant hazardous waste (e.g., oil, machining fluid) is disposed of correctly
• Manage SDS data – ensure safety in material handling
• Establish an SDS-based chemical approval process and an annual regulatory reporting calendar
• 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 and OSHA

Health & Safety

• Lead OSHA compliance programs, including incident investigation, risk assessment, ergonomics, and training
• Develop, coordinate, implement, and maintain appropriate Health, Safety, Industrial and Process Safety Programs and necessary related training
• 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
• Schedule routine inspections, and implement training according to findings
• Lead Safety and Hazard assessment activities, including Process Hazard Analysis and Job Safety Analysis
• Plan and conduct new employee orientation to foster a positive attitude toward organizational safety objectives
• Administer and manage Workers’ Compensation program and drug testing program

EHS Leadership & Multi-Site Management

• Provide functional direction to site EHS staff and standardize EHS programs across all plants
• Travel to plants in Alabama, Illinois, and Arizona (approx. 20%)
• Lead all EHS requirements as an example for others to follow
• Create a culture of awareness, acceptance & adherence to EHS requirements
• Advise site leadership on organizational policy matters as they relate to EHS
• Prepare EHS reports and metrics of various data / topics assigned
• Audit, analyze and collate EHS performance data and process effective improvement
• Proactively meets KPI requirements to reduce exposure and control risks
• Lead Safety Team and Waste Minimization Team programs to resolve EHS performance
• Develop and implement training for all personnel to ensure understanding of and compliance with EHS programs and environmental permit conditions
• Attend training and seminars, then deliver material to staff to build EHS skills and knowledge
• Support and account for the EHS budget, including timely review of EHS related invoices

Site Services (approx. 10%)

• Oversee security and access control programs (badging, visitor management) across all sites; day-to-day operations are managed by an on-site specialist

Reporting:

• Reports to Chief Administration Officer (CAO)

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid time offRelocation assistance

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Task

Demand

Remark

Stand / Walk

Frequent (34–66%)

Forceful Grip

Rare (0–5%)

Sit

Frequent (34–66%)

Fine Manipulation

Constant (67–100%)

Computer Work

Bend/Stoop/Squat

Rare (0–5%)

Lift

Occasional (1–60 reps)

50 Lbs. Max

Forward Reach

Rare (0–5%)

Carry

Occasional (1–60 reps)

50 Lbs. Max

Overhead Reach

Rare (0–5%)

Push / Pull

Occasional (1–60 reps)

50 Lbs. Max

The employee generally works in office and manufacturing plant floor environments, with regular travel between plants.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of EHS leadership/management experience in manufacturing
• Hands‑on environmental compliance experience (air permitting, EPCRA/TRI, RCRA, SPCC, stormwater). Environmental experience is required, not preferred.
• Ability to travel approx. 20% to plants in Alabama, Illinois, and Arizona
• Thoroughly understand regulatory requirements including OSHA and EPA compliance standards, as well as regulations related to storm water/wastewater, RCRA, PSM/RMP, Title V, CAA, CWA, Form R, Air Emission reporting and other federal, state, and local laws
• Must have knowledge of OSHA, DOT, EPA, NFPA and HAZWOPER requirements
• Experience in risk management, ergonomics, personal protective equipment, industrial safety, injury, and incident investigations, reporting, auditing and training
• Excellent presentation, delivery and facilitation skills, ability to engage an audience
• Ability to compile concise visual reports in charts, graphs and table format
• Ability to exercise exceptional independent judgement and discretion with the ability to take initiative on assigned tasks without significant supervision, and be a successful member of a team
• Must be able to interact effectively and professionally with a variety of individuals at all levels within a multicultural environment and with outside agencies, vendors, contractors, and regulatory representatives

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience at an Automotive OEM and/or Tier 1 supplier, especially with chemical-intensive processes (e.g., polyurethane foam molding)
• Experience managing EHS across multiple manufacturing sites, or leading EHS programs across teams without direct reporting lines
• Experience working directly with EPA and state environmental agencies (e.g., GA EPD, ADEM, IEPA), including agency inspections and corrective actions
• Experience building or strengthening EHS compliance programs (e.g., chemical approval process, regulatory reporting calendar)
• Bachelor of Science degree in Safety, Environmental, or other relevant discipline, or associate degree in EHS
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), or Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
• Experience with ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 management systems
• Thorough understanding and working knowledge of automotive plant processes/principles, company products, trade terminology and manufacturing processes
• Experience overseeing security or facility services programs

Technical / Computer Skills:

• Proficient with MS Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
• Experience with EHS management or environmental reporting systems is a plus

This Position Description is intended as a summary of the job responsibilities for this position. HTGSS reserves the right to add, remove, and/or alter job responsibilities in whole or in part with or without notice. Additionally, all HTGSS team members are subject to all other HTGSS policies and procedures, including those set out in HTGSS’s Team Member Handbook.

This Position Description is not a contract. Every Team Member’s employment with HTGSS is voluntary and is subject to termination by the team member or HTGSS at will, with or without cause, and, with or without notice, at any time. Nothing in this Position Description or HTGSS policies shall be interpreted as being in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of HTGSS team members.