EHS Director (Manufacturing)

Hankook Tire•Clarksville, TN

About The Position

We are looking for a Director who will lead, coordinate and actively participate in all matters related to Environmental, Health & Safety as the subject matter expert for the Tennessee plant complex. To effectively direct the activities of a staff of EHS professionals to ensure technical and behavioral compliance with all related regulations and drive activities for a safe and environmentally sound workplace. To stay abreast of EHS related laws and regulations, communicate timely with the management team and modify company documents and/or practices to ensure ongoing compliance with federal, state and local laws.

Requirements

(Required) bachelor's degree
(Required) 3+ years of Occupational Health & Safety experience in a manufacturing intensive industry
(Required) good command of written and spoken English
Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
Personnel and Human Resources - Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems
Law and Government - Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process
Psychology - Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders
Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
Must be able to frequently move about the manufacturing plant campus, general office environments, production areas, and occasionally ascend/descend stairs
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
Must be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery
Must be able to position self to file documents including the top and bottom drawers of file cabinets
Must be able to occasionally move office equipment and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds

Nice To Haves

(Preferred) occupational safety and health major or advanced degree in a related field

Responsibilities

Function as the company’s lead advocate for its “Safety Always” culture and vision throughout the organization
Drive positive employee perception of the company’s personal concern for their well-being through a visible commitment to safety
Establish and execute company objectives and strategies related to EHS to ensure full compliance
Develop and monitor key KPI’s for the business, develop strategies to exceed expectations and hold the leadership accountable for compliance
Develop EHS policies and practices and implement compliance tracking programs and record keeping systems fully consistent with federal, state, local and corporate requirements
Manage regulatory submittals, permit applications, citation rebuttals & other related correspondence
Advise management of all significant audit findings and adverse events; Provide interim and long-term solutions and avoidance
Establish and maintain emergency response procedures in accordance with applicable laws to identify the potential for and respond to accidents and emergency situations including reporting and investigation
Lead continuous improvement activities related to accident and incident rates throughout the TP campus through development of proactive programs and effective implementation to reduce the level of work-related accidents and/or occupational hazards
Understand the product and its composition, and develop procedures for detection, prevention, and elimination of physical, chemical or other related product hazards
Engage leadership in training related to their roles in the maintenance of optimal EHS standards
Build an effective, collaborative approach with operations and maintenance leadership
Fully support the facility’s ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification and/or recertification efforts
Drive the effective management of waste materials and products, to appropriately dispose of them, and to ensure a reduction in the production and discharge of waste
Deploy a strong Environmental Management System to achieve Hankook’s sustainability targets
Establish and maintain policies for CCTV systems installed inside and outside the plant, ensuring continuous operation and optimal condition
Perform other duties as assigned by management