EHS & Facilities Manager

About the role

AVL North America Corporate Services is seeking an experienced EHS & Facilities Manager to lead environmental, health, safety, and facilities operations across Michigan and California locations.

Responsibilities

• EHS Leadership & Strategy
• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of EHS programs aligned with ISO 14001 and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Serve as the primary subject matter expert on environmental and occupational safety matters across assigned locations.
• Establish EHS goals, KPIs, and dashboards; monitor performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote a culture of safety, environmental stewardship, and accountability at all organizational levels.
• Regulatory Compliance & Governance
• Ensure full compliance with regulatory agencies including OSHA/MIOSHA, EPA, California EPA, and local authorities.
• Oversee environmental permitting, reporting, and compliance programs (air, water, waste, hazardous materials).
• Maintain required documentation including SARA Tier II reporting, SPCC plans, wastewater reporting, and hazardous waste management records.
• Act as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, external and internal (headquarters) auditors, and external stakeholders.
• Risk Management & Safety Programs
• Develop and implement risk assessment processes for facilities, operations, and new equipment/processes.
• Lead incident investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Oversee OSHA recordkeeping (including OSHA 300 logs) and required regulatory submissions.
• Establish, maintain, and audit safety procedures, work instructions, and emergency response plans.
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and compliance reviews across all sites.
• Training & Employee Engagement
• Design and manage EHS training programs, ensuring compliance with regulatory and company requirements.
• Partner with operational leadership to deliver specialized and role-specific safety training.
• Lead employee engagement efforts including safety committees, drills, and awareness campaigns.
• Environmental & Sustainability Programs
• Manage environmental monitoring and reporting including energy, water, and waste metrics.
• Drive sustainability and “green” initiatives aligned with corporate objectives.
• Complete sustainability questionnaires by working with other functional departments.
• Ensure effective hazardous material handling, storage, and disposal practices.
• Facilities Management & Contractor Oversight
• Manage facilities budget and related activities
• Contracted facility services (cleaning, lawn and snow removal, facility inspections, outsourced maintenance)
• In conjunction with IT Department, manage access and security for all facilities
• Keep up the appearance and safety of the facility to ensure that they meet the needs of the organization and its employees.
• Oversee contracted services impacting EHS performance (e.g., waste disposal, maintenance, inspections).
• Ensure facility operations, maintenance, and infrastructure meet safety and environmental standards.
• Manage safety requirements for contractors and employees working on customer sites, including construction safety compliance.
• Systems, Audits & Continuous Improvement
• Maintain EHS management systems aligned with corporate/global standards.
• Lead internal and external audits and ensure timely closure of findings.
• Utilize data analytics to identify trends, mitigate risks, and improve EHS performance.
• Operational & Administrative Leadership
• Manage EHS-related budgets and identify cost-effective solutions.
• Maintain emergency response readiness, including drills, equipment inspections, and plan updates.
• Oversee specialized programs such as UST compliance, industrial hygiene monitoring, and PPE programs.

Qualifications/Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Occupational Safety, Engineering, or related field (required); advanced degree preferred.
• 7–10+ years of progressive EHS experience
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, ISO 14001, and applicable state regulations (MIOSHA, California EPA).
• Professional certifications preferred (e.g., CSP, CIH, CHMM).
• Demonstrated success in building and leading EHS programs and driving cultural change.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Benefits

AVL provides a competitive compensation and benefits package to all direct hires. Specific benefit details and offer packages will be communicated during the interview and/or offer stage.

About AVL North America

AVL North America has a staff of more than 550 people and has four technical centers in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the Metro Detroit area, and Lake Forest, California.