Summary of Position:

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.

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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

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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

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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.

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Reporting:*

Reports to: Human Resources Manager

Benefits:

401(k)
Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Supplemental Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid time off

Competency Requirements:

Confidentiality: Adheres to the upmost confidentiality; particularly in regard to handling employment/personal information. Works with the team to ensure that all information from within the department is kept private.
Multitasking: Must possess the ability to change from one task to another in quick manner based on company needs
Communication: Works to ensure respectful, timely, accurate and appropriate communication across all levels of the organization.
Initiative: Identifies problems and takes action to address current or future problems. Proactively engages to solve issues verses simply thinking about future actions.
Engagement: Engages team members in developing goals, executing plans and delivering results (output). Motivates team members through clear and consistent communication. Models’ adaptability. Uses collaboration and influence skills to achieve successful outcomes.
Leads by Example: Sets a good example for peers to follow.
Integrity: Performs in such a way as to inspire a high degree of trust and acceptance amongst co-workers across all departments
Customer Service Orientation: Focuses efforts on discovering and meeting the customer’s needs. Develops trust in all relationships internally and externally.
Organizational and Self Discipline: Efficiently organizes and executes assignments. Demonstrates self-discipline and reliability.
Analytical Skills / Problem Solving: Understands situations, problems, or issues by breaking them down into smaller pieces, or tracing the implications of a situation in a step-by-step way. Systematically organizes the parts of problems. Makes systematic comparisons of data or aspects, prioritizing, planning, and developing countermeasures.
Flexibility / Adaptability: Adapts and works effectively in a variety of situations and with various individuals or groups. Seeks and appreciates opposing perspectives on issues. Adapts approach as the requirements of the situation change.
Works Safely: Strives for an accident-free workplace. Keeps safety at the “heart” of everything done. Treats safety as a personal responsibility and sees oneself as being responsible for the safety of others.
Teamwork: Contributes meaningfully to work group efforts by offering new ideas for improvement. Demonstrates a cooperative manner in dealing with supervisors and other team members. Does his/her part toward group effort
Mutual Respect and Support: Works cooperatively with others. Welcomes and takes advantage of opposing ideas and opinions are always respectful to others.

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TECHNICAL COMPETENCY**
Displays knowledge & skills necessary to perform assigned duties; understands Processes, procedures, standards, methods and technologies related to assignments; demonstrates functional/technical literacy; participates in measuring outcomes of work; keeps current on new developments in field of expertise effectively uses available technology (automation, software, etc.)

Applies companywide but are specifically defined per position essential functions.

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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 made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Task

Demand

Remark

Physical Task

Demand

Remark

Stand / Walk

Frequent (34 - 66%)

Forceful Grip

Occasional (5-33%)

Sit

Frequent (34 – 66%)

Fine Manipulation

Constant (67-100%)

Computer work

Bend/Stoop/Squat

Rare (1 - 5%)

Lift

Occasional (1 – 60 reps)

25 lb. max

Forward Reach

Occasional (5-33%)

Carry

Occasional (1 – 60 reps)

25 lb. max

Overhead Reach

Rare (1 - 5%)

Push / Pull

Occasional (1 – 60 reps)

40 lb. max

The employee generally works in indoor office and warehouse environments.

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.

Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its equal opportunity, non-discrimination, anti-harassment policies in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. All employment decisions at Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Education:

Associate degree in Safety, Environmental Engineering or other relevant discipline
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) is desirable.

Position Requirements and Qualifications:

5-10 years EHS experience in a manufacturing environment
5+ years in an EHS leadership/management role is ideal
Experience at an Automotive OEM and/or Tier 1 supplier is helpful

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Technical/ Computer Skills:*

Must have experience with implementation/certification ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001.
Must 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 Emissions reporting and other federal, state and local laws.
Must have experience in risk management, ergonomics, personnel protective equipment, industrial safety, injury and incident investigation, reporting, auditing and training.
Successful track record of designing and managing employee safety, worker’s compensation and drug testing programs.
Must have the ability to implement process improvements and programming.
Understanding and working knowledge of automotive plants and processes/principles, company products, trade terminology, and manufacturing processes is a plus.
Ability to read and interpret training related documents for both office and production environments such as technical data, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Must be proficient with MS Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
Experience with SAP is preferred

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 to be in conflict or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of HTGSS team members.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $91,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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