Senior EHS Specialist

Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System, LLC•West Point, GA

About The Position

The principal role of Senior EHS Specialist is responsible for leading, developing, and implementing comprehensive EHS programs that ensure regulatory compliance, reduce organizational risk, and promote a proactive safety culture. This role provides advanced technical expertise in safety, environmental compliance, ergonomics, incident investigations, training, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Senior EHS Specialist partners with leadership and front-line employees to drive operational excellence and ensure a safe, healthy, and compliant workplace across all operations with the right requirements including regulatory and compliance.

Requirements

1-3 years EHS experience in a manufacturing environment
1-3 years in an EHS leadership/management role is ideal
Must have knowledge of OSHA, DOT, EPA, NFPA, and Hazwoper requirements
Experience in rick management, ergonomics, personal protective equipment, industrial safety, injury and incident investigations, reporting and auditing and training
Successful track record of designing and managing employees’ safety, worker’s compensation and drug screening programs
Knowledge and ability to implement process improvements and programs
Ability to read and interpret training related documents for both office and production environments such as technical data, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals
Ability to exercise exceptional independent judgment and discretion with the ability to take initiative on assigned tasks without significant supervision, and be successful member of a team
Systematic thinking ability and strong liaison and management skills
Proficient in Microsoft, Power point, Excel, Outlook
Proficient in SAP
Bachelor of Science in Safety, Environmental or associate degree in EHS or equivalent experience
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or equivalent certifications

Nice To Haves

Experience at an Automotive OEM and/or Tier 1 supplier is helpful
Knowledge of automotive plants and processes/principles, company products, trade terminology and manufacturing
Experience in a corporate and/or multi-site manufacturing setting experience

Responsibilities

Lead all EHS requirements as an example for others to follow
Create a culture of awareness, acceptance & adherence to the EHS requirements
Inspects the facility to identify safety, health, and environmental risks
Schedule routine inspections, and implement training according to findings
Develop, coordinate, implement, and maintain appropriate Health, Safety, Environmental, Industrial and Process Safety Programs
Audit, analyze and collate EHS performance data and propose effective improvements
Perform facility audits, surveys and inspections to identify environmental and occupational hazards, to ensure compliance with applicable regulation process improvement
Manage SDS data-ensure safety in material handling
Track compliance and managing workers compensation and drug screening programs
Proactively meets KPI requirements to reduce exposure and control risks
Ensure any hazardous waste-oil hydraulic fluid is disposed of correctly. Lead Safety and Hazard assessment activities including Process Hazard Analysis, Job Safety Analysis
Attend training and seminars
Track compliance with various Federal, State, and Local environmental requirements
Lead Safety Teams and Waste Minimization Team programs to resolve or improve EHS performance
Prepare, submit, and document all EPA and Osha requirements up to but not limited to OSHA 300 log, CAA, CWA, RCRA, storm water/wastewater generator as well as Air Emission annual inventory report
Oversee all chemical and hazardous waste management, including transportation
Support and account for EHS budget, including timely review of EHS related invoices