Regional EHS & Facilities Lead

JRAutomation; Liberty (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is seeking an EHS&S and Facilities Specialist to lead regional environmental health, safety and facilities programs in Greenville and Liberty, SC. This onsite role focuses on safety culture, regulatory compliance, and sustainable facility operations.

You will drive audits, training, energy and waste reduction initiatives, and partner with cross-functional teams to embed EHS best practices across the sites. A 3+ year background is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in EHS or related field.
• Minimum of three years' experience in environmental health, facilities management, safety, security, maintenance, and space management.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 5S is preferred.
• CFM, CSP, or experience in corporate sustainability preferred.
• Advanced PC and organizational skills as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional safety and sustainability initiatives across manufacturing and office environments.
• Independently manage EHS, Sustainability and Facilities initiatives while collaborating closely with regional and the Global EHS, Sustainability and Facility team.
• Implement and continuously improve safety programs that align with corporate standards and local regulatory requirements.
• Serve as the regional subject matter expert for environmental, health, and safety compliance.
• Drive employee engagement through impactful safety training and awareness campaigns.
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments and incident investigations to identify and mitigate hazards and build a positive safety culture.
• Champion the journey to carbon neutrality by 2030, identifying and executing energy efficiency and emissions reduction projects.
• Spearhead initiatives to achieve zero waste to landfill by 2030, including waste diversion, recycling, and circularity programs.
• Oversee all preventative and reactive maintenance activities to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant facility operations.
• Ensure facilities are maintained to world-class standards, creating a safe, clean, and inspiring workplace for all employees.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainability into daily operations and long-term planning.
• Monitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs) for EHS, sustainability, and facilities to drive accountability and transparency.
• Support emergency preparedness and response planning, ensuring readiness across all regional sites.
• Partner with vendors and contractors to uphold safety and sustainability standards during facility projects and services.
• Identify and implement innovative solutions to reduce environmental impact and improve operational efficiency.
• Act as a change agent, influencing behaviors and decisions that align with corporate sustainability goals.
• Leverage Microsoft tools to streamline reporting, communication, analysis, and project management across teams.
• Provide strategic input to the global team on regional challenges, successes, and opportunities for improvement.
• Represent the company's values and commitment to environmental stewardship and employee well-being in all interactions.

Skills

EHS experience

Lean manufacturing

5S

CFM/CSP

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in EHS or related field

Tools

Microsoft tools

Job description

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is seeking an EHS&S and Facilities Specialist to lead regional environmental health, safety and facilities programs in Greenville and Liberty, SC. This onsite role focuses on safety culture, regulatory compliance, and sustainable facility operations.

You will drive audits, training, energy and waste reduction initiatives, and partner with cross-functional teams to embed EHS best practices across the sites. A 3+ year background is required.