EH&S Specialist

Hitachi•Holland, MI

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Opportunity: JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and we’re always looking to get stronger across North America, Europe, and Asia. Join us as an EH&S Specialist in Holland, MI as we work together to bring innovative automation solutions to life. Location Type: This role is onsite at our headquarters in Holland, MI. How You’ll Make an Impact: Trainer/Instructor for JR Automation specializing in, but not limited to Safety and Sustainability T raining . Actively manages all aspects of JR Automation’s Safety Learning Management System . Ensures accurate and complete safety training recordkeeping of safety training is kept, as detailed as needed, and up to date. Works with internal and external stakeholders to develop, improve, and implement training as needed . Uses the latest adult learning best practices to deliver training that can be received , understood, implemented, and retained . Assess training needs for new and existing employees , including remedial. Identify internal and external training programs to address competency gaps and ensure compliance with professional standards, requirements of business , and industry and regulatory bodies. Maintain , develop and improve high hazard industry training . (Crane, Rigging, Forklift, Aerial, Fall Protection , Haz Energy, Electrical ) Positions themselves to be a strategic partner in the company. Be the subject matter expert on adult EHS learning in the workplace. Develop training aids such as manuals, hands on devices, aids, and handbooks. Facilitate learning through a variety of delivery methods including classroom instruction, virtual training , on -the-job coaching. Design , apply and report out on assessment tools to measure training effectiveness . Track and report on training outcomes , compliance and keep leading metrics up to date. Handle all logistics for in-house training activities including venues and equipment . Pursue and obtain government incentives to fund skill development . Manage and maintain in-house training facilities and equipment. Manage special projects for Facilities and EHS&S needs. Annually audit, or coordinate with a 3 rd party, inspect all Rigging equipment per Government regulations Plan, coordinate, and deliver Emergency Response Team training. Act as EHS&S partner within the Operations Group to build and sustain a positive Safety and Sustainability culture that meets and exceeds JR Automation’s goals. With an active caring posture mentor , coaches and advises team members on working safely. Collaborates across functional groups to implement new EHS&S programs. Helps maintain facility and EHS &S building needs such as signage, first aid equipment, and Emergency Response needs. Participates as a team member in Company Projects representing Health, Safety, and Environment . May include brainstorming, assessments, and interpretation of Standards. Attain EHS related certificates and education related to job functions, specifically training and program development. Coordinate as needed safety-culture-improvement efforts, including proactive safety programs, employee engagement and risk awareness. Participates and runs division level safety walks/audits. Supports divisions as a n EHS &S Specialist as needed. Able to communicate across the organizations on EHS &S needs from a corporate standpoi nt. Note : This list of responsibilities is by no means inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.

Requirements

3-5 years of experience within safety or experience teaching with a passion for safety and sustainability
Understanding of MIOSHA/OSHA and emerging s ustainability regulations and standards
Strong safety awareness
Good understanding of various teaching methodologies and tools including competency assessment and adult learning
Ability to cater to different learning needs and competing priorities
Proficient in MS Office especially PowerPoint)
Experience with an e -learning software and strong technology skills
Good time-management skills
Ability to multi-task
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Critical-thinker and problem-solver
JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.

Responsibilities

Trainer/Instructor for JR Automation specializing in, but not limited to Safety and Sustainability T raining
Actively manages all aspects of JR Automation’s Safety Learning Management System
Ensures accurate and complete safety training recordkeeping of safety training is kept, as detailed as needed, and up to date
Works with internal and external stakeholders to develop, improve, and implement training as needed
Uses the latest adult learning best practices to deliver training that can be received , understood, implemented, and retained
Assess training needs for new and existing employees , including remedial
Identify internal and external training programs to address competency gaps and ensure compliance with professional standards, requirements of business , and industry and regulatory bodies
Maintain , develop and improve high hazard industry training
Positions themselves to be a strategic partner in the company
Be the subject matter expert on adult EHS learning in the workplace
Develop training aids such as manuals, hands on devices, aids, and handbooks
Facilitate learning through a variety of delivery methods including classroom instruction, virtual training , on -the-job coaching
Design , apply and report out on assessment tools to measure training effectiveness
Track and report on training outcomes , compliance and keep leading metrics up to date
Handle all logistics for in-house training activities including venues and equipment
Pursue and obtain government incentives to fund skill development
Manage and maintain in-house training facilities and equipment
Manage special projects for Facilities and EHS&S needs
Annually audit, or coordinate with a 3 rd party, inspect all Rigging equipment per Government regulations
Plan, coordinate, and deliver Emergency Response Team training
Act as EHS&S partner within the Operations Group to build and sustain a positive Safety and Sustainability culture that meets and exceeds JR Automation’s goals
With an active caring posture mentor , coaches and advises team members on working safely
Collaborates across functional groups to implement new EHS&S programs
Helps maintain facility and EHS &S building needs such as signage, first aid equipment, and Emergency Response needs
Participates as a team member in Company Projects representing Health, Safety, and Environment
Attain EHS related certificates and education related to job functions, specifically training and program development
Coordinate as needed safety-culture-improvement efforts, including proactive safety programs, employee engagement and risk awareness
Participates and runs division level safety walks/audits
Supports divisions as a n EHS &S Specialist as needed
Able to communicate across the organizations on EHS &S needs from a corporate standpoi nt