Sr. EHS Specialist
Company Name Challenge Manufacturing
Posting Date : 28 Dec 2024
Are you passionate about creating a culture of safety and environmental stewardship? We’re searching for a dedicated Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Specialist to join Company dynamic team at our Walker, Michigan plant. Reporting directly to the EHS Director, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving safety initiatives, fostering a strong safety culture, and ensuring regulatory compliance. If you’re a proactive leader with expertise in OSHA and EPA regulations, particularly in stamping and welding operations, this opportunity is tailor-made for you!
Key Responsibilities
- Champion Safety Culture: Foster and promote a robust safety culture across the plant.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to company EHS policies, OSHA and state-run OSHA programs, EPA, DEQ regulations, and customer-specific EHS standards.
- Lead and Collaborate: Head the plant’s Safety Committee and work closely with operators, team leads, and management to achieve EHS goals.
- EHS Program Management: Develop, implement, and drive EHS programs and initiatives tailored to the plant’s needs.
- Hazard Mitigation: Proactively identify and address hazards through collaboration and education.
- Environmental Permits: Manage environmental permits and prepare required reports, including TIER II submissions.
- Incident Management: Investigate and manage incidents and near misses with a focus on root cause analysis and prevention.
- Team Contribution: Actively participate as a key member of the larger EHS team spanning 12 plants, contributing to the development of innovative programs and solutions.
Qualifications
- Experience: 3–5 years of EHS experience; automotive or heavy manufacturing experience is highly preferred.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Sciences, or a related field (preferred).
- Certifications: OSHA 30-hour certification, GSP, ACSP, CSP, or similar certifications are a strong plus.
- Skills:
- Strong communication and conflict resolution abilities.
- Ability to work independently with remote support.
- A collaborative mindset and solution-focused approach.
- Initiative for proactive risk reduction.
- Transparency, honesty, and integrity in all work.
- Thrives in hands-on environments.
What Company Offer
We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions; Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
- Financial Security: 401(k) with employer match, ESOP shares, Short-Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance, Voluntary Life and LTD options.
- Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, tuition reimbursement, referral bonus program, and Challenge Incentive Program.
Position Details
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.
- Location: Walker, Michigan plant.
