Senior Environmental Safety & Health Coordinator

JTEKT Automotive, 55 Excellence Way, VONORE, Tennessee, United States of America ● Vonore, TN, USA Req #4217 Wednesday, July 24, 2024

TITLE

Senior EHS Coordinator

COMPANY

JTEKT Automotive Tennessee Vonore

DEPARTMENT

EHS

LOCATION

Vonore Tennessee

CLASSIFICATION

Salaried Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO

Supervisor, EHS

GRADE

201-203 based on exp. 

REVISION DATE

07/22/2024

REVISION LEVEL

 Original

Summary/Purpose

The Senior EHS Coordinator identifies plans, recommends, garners support for, and assists the EHS Supervisor with EHS programs, activities and projects leading to innovative applications and extensions of existing and new programs/systems having major importance to the business within the assigned area of responsibility. This position will establish and cultivate a network of in-plant support (technical, manufacturing, engineering, maintenance) to facilitate completion of programs or assignments. This position will support and possibly lead cross-functional teams. The Senior EHS Specialist will advise management regarding corrective actions, improvement opportunities, etc. and serves as mentor for site employees. This position will assist the EHS Supervisor in identifying risks and recommending risk control solutions. Duties will also include extensive admin responsibilities for both plants while supporting the day to day operations of the EHS Department.

Essential Duties and Accountabilities:

Support EHS Staff role while participating in other EHS functions listed below in support of EHS staff. Some functions could be in a leadership role. Participate in and/or lead incident investigation and/or response teams for EHS incidents Participate in and/or lead EHS audits and/or self-assessments Assist in determining recycling options that meet all applicable regulations for industrial waste streams Provide backup roles to support Supervision of Environmental Lab technicians as necessary. Monitor tracking systems of waste streams Conduct trend analyses, audits, accident investigations, and site inspections of operational procedures, facility design, equipment, and material in support of EHS initiatives. Participate in Site EHS Committee meetings and associated activities (small teams, ad-hoc teams) Assist in the pursuing and achieving safety and environmental goals and objectives Assist in coordination accident prevention and ergonomic improvement process improvements. Analyze data in compliance with current regulation and make appropriate recommendations to prevent new or recurring issues Assist in designing and implementation of transportation and packaging for waste products Develop, plan, and conduct safety and environmental training as directed by EHS Supervisor. Complete routine and non-routine internal or external EHS compliance/performance reports and associated data analysis Assist in the implementation of an on-going industrial hygiene chemical/noise exposure and assessment and monitoring program Assist in the revision and update of EHS policies Complete and/or assist in completion of regulatory permits and other government agency records Assist in preparing and submitting required reports to regulatory and governmental agencies Work daily overtime, split shift, and Saturdays and/or Sundays when directed by immediate supervisor or, as necessary, to complete essential job duties Perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned Maintain privacy of all PHI in accordance with HIPAA regulations

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has fill in supervisory responsibilities for 1-4 Technicians.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Previous team leader or other supervisory experience is preferred Demonstrated mechanical and technical aptitude. Ability to make decisions based on knowledge of applicable procedures, rules and regulations Knowledge of sampling methods, and basic statistical process control tools Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to work independently Previous experience in a manufacturing environment Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word and Excel and be able to demonstrate competency in all Microsoft Office applications and must be able to demonstrate such skills if asked. Able to handle confidential information and maintain the highest legal and ethical standards Basic knowledge of applicable quality, health, safety, and environmental management systems Self-starter, ability to work alone and make decisions based on current information until Supervision is available.

Education and Experience:

Associates Degree, preferably in Safety and/or Environmental related discipline, or 5+ years of related experience preferred Experience working with regulatory agencies such as DOT and OSHA preferred Microsoft office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and other applicable applications

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

Must be able to remain in standing and/or sitting position during entire shift schedule Must have manual dexterity for such duties as stapling, collating, sorting, filing, typing, and writing Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations. Ability to understand reports and information from computer. Maintain a minimum of 8 hours worked/day, 5 days/week

Other details

Job Family 2019 MAPPING Job Function INDIRECT Pay Type Salary JTEKT Automotive, 55 Excellence Way, VONORE, Tennessee, United States of America Vonore, TN, USA