EHS Specialist- (Environmental Health & Safety)

Hyundai Mobis•West Point, GA

About The Position

The EHS Specialist supports day-to-day Environmental, Health, and Safety operations at the Hyundai MOBIS Georgia Plant and reports to the EHS Manager. The role carries out tactical objectives in support of company and department goals, follows company policies and procedures, and supports safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale initiatives. The specialist promotes ethical practices, legal compliance, and a union-free environment, and participates in training and development opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of experience is preferred; equivalent education/experience may be met with 5 or more years of EHS experience.
Advanced communication skills.
Intermediate mathematical skills.
ISO certification.
OSHA certification.
First Aid/CPR certification.
PC literacy, including Microsoft Office products.
Ability to lead personnel with varying backgrounds, skill sets, and abilities, and handle high-stress situations calmly and professionally.
CPR and First Aid instructor qualification, with advanced first-aid and trauma training.
Basic knowledge and understanding of workers’ compensation.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Must possess or be able to obtain a U.S. passport.
Able to work in an environment that is 30% office and 70% production floor, including traversing the production floor.
May need to remain at work until an emergency issue is resolved.

Nice To Haves

Associate of Arts/Associate of Science or bachelor’s degree.
Degree in Industrial Safety or a related field.

Responsibilities

Maintain the plant’s day-to-day Environmental, Health, and Safety operations.
Perform PPE analyses, recommend PPE, and order PPE and safety supplies.
Track injuries, review findings, and recommend safety improvements.
Maintain knowledge of current federal, state, and company EHS regulations and policies.
Perform job hazard analyses, system audits, and ergonomic task analyses.
Assist with implementation of injury-reduction efforts.
Track and report operational safety and environmental performance.
Conduct safety training programs for all levels of operations, including initial safety orientations.
Participate in special taskforce assignments and projects.
Create safety training presentations and recommend EHS policy and program improvements.
Track safety items, including PPE, inventory, injuries, first-aid cases, and inspections, to analyze trends, identify improvement opportunities, and report findings.
Complete daily, weekly, and monthly audits and inspections, and submit documentation to management promptly as directed.
Maintain paper and digital records of inspections, audits, accidents, near misses, incidents, and illness reports in accordance with EHS procedures.
Lead and train new Safety Committee members and respond to committee concerns and findings.
Perform other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance through BCBS of Alabama.
Family coverage for less than $185 per month and single coverage for less than $75 per month.
Company-paid employee life insurance and short- and long-term disability.
15 paid company holidays.
401(k) with matching.
Tuition reimbursement.
Team wear, safety shoes, and prescription safety glasses provided.
Eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus.
Years of Service Awards.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee appreciation events.