Environmental, Health and Safety Compliance Officer

Challenge Manufacturing•Holland, MI

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Challenge Manufacturing’s mission is to manufacture with operational excellence by empowering our employee-owners. As a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry, we drive innovative solutions for future mobility. We believe the best ideas come from individual unique perspectives. These ideas combined with the teamwork of industry leaders allow us to accomplish any challenge. Our team members take pride in the work we do and embody our core values of safety, ownership, and teamwork every day; they are the true driving force in our operations. Challenge is proud to be one of the largest employee-owned automotive companies in North America. One of the many benefits of joining the Challenge team is the ESOP program. This program allows Challenge to give shares of the Company to all employee-owners annually. These shares are an additional retirement benefit that will continue to grow during your time at Challenge. Being part of an ESOP means our employee-owners share in Challenge’s success! Challenge is #QualityDriven and #PeoplePowered! The EHS Compliance Officer is responsible for supporting facility operations through the implementation and oversight of comprehensive Environmental, Health & Safety programs. This role ensures full compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, while also aligning with internal company EHS standards and policies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in automotive or heavy manufacturing environments and demonstrate deep knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and ISO standards. This position requires an independent, proactive, and collaborative individual who can effectively engage across multiple teams and locations.

Requirements

5-10 years of progressive EHS experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting
Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Sciences, or related field (Master’s preferred)
Experience in automotive or heavy manufacturing required
OSHA 10 & 30 (General Industry) certifications
GSP, ASP, CSP, and ISO 14001 or 45001 Lead Auditor certifications required
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and EHS data systems
Excellent communication, training, and conflict resolution skills
Ability to travel frequently based on operational demand
High degree of accountability and ownership
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Effective leadership and mentoring skills
Strong interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Integrity, transparency, and commitment to safety excellence
Must be able to wear required PPE and work in manufacturing conditions as needed
Must be able to stand, walk, climb, and carry equipment during audits and site visits

Nice To Haves

First Aid/CPR/AED instructor certification preferred
Familiarity with emerging AI technologies as applied to EHS a plus

Responsibilities

Monitor and ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and applicable state/local regulations.
Develop, implement, and maintain company EHS policies and procedures.
Conduct audits and assessments across multiple facilities to identify compliance gaps and drive continuous improvement.
Provide training and mentorship for ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 internal auditors.
Serve as a Competent Person for Fall Protection, lead hazard identification and mitigation efforts.
Collaborate with site leadership to foster a safety-first culture throughout the organization.
Audit environmental permits and ensure timely submission of compliance reports, including Tier II, Form A, and Form R.
Investigate incidents and near-misses, perform root cause analysis, and develop corrective action plans.
Support plant Safety Committees and EHS improvement initiatives.
Participate in cross-plant EHS team efforts to standardize and enhance program effectiveness.