Senior Specialist - EHS

Hyundai Transys Georgia Seating System is a global automotive company committed to a clean, safe, and hazard-free manufacturing environment. We are seeking an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Specialist to lead our EHS initiatives at our manufacturing plant.

About the role

The Environmental Health and Safety Specialist will implement manufacturing methods and safety protocols, ensuring compliance with regulatory and corporate EHS standards. This role requires a thorough understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements, including ISO 14001-2015 and ISO 45001-2018 certifications. The ideal candidate will foster a culture of safety awareness, lead EHS programs, and drive continuous improvement in environmental and occupational safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead all EHS requirements, serving as an example for others to follow.
• Develop, coordinate, implement, and maintain Health, Safety, Environmental, Industrial, and Process Safety Programs, including necessary training.
• Track, report, and analyze key safety and environmental metrics; proactively meet KPI requirements to reduce exposure and control risk.
• Perform facility audits, surveys, and inspections to identify hazards, ensure compliance, and recommend process improvements.
• Recommend and implement new Green Processes in collaboration with regulatory and corporate compliance teams, working with agencies such as the EPA and OSHA.
• Manage MSDS data to ensure safety in material handling.
• Lead Safety and Hazard assessments, including Process Hazard Analysis and Job Safety Analysis.
• Attend training and seminars, then deliver EHS/HSE/SHE training to staff.
• Administer and manage the Workers Compensation program.
• Track compliance for Federal, State, and Local environmental requirements.
• Lead Safety Team and Waste Minimization Team programs to resolve or improve EHS performance.
• Prepare, submit, and document all EPA and OSHA requirements, including OSHA 300 logs, CAA, CWA, RCRA, stormwater/wastewater, Title V, PSM/RMP, SARA 311/312/313, Form R, and Air Emissions annual inventory reports.
• Develop and implement training for all personnel to ensure understanding and compliance with EHS programs and environmental permit conditions.
• Oversee chemical and hazardous waste management, including transportation.
• Support and account for the EHS budget, including timely review of EHS-related invoices.
• Lead emergency preparedness and response programs, including drills and plan updates.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and after-action management reviews; implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures, including the 5S clean philosophy, to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Meet company safety goals and uphold HTGSS Core Values, policies, and certification standards (TS16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).

Requirements

• 5-10 years of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 1+ years in an EHS leadership/management role (ideal).
• Experience at an Automotive OEM and/or Tier 1 supplier (helpful).
• Associate degree in Safety, Environmental Engineering, or other relevant discipline; Certified Safety Professional (CSP) is desirable.
• Experience with implementation/certification of ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001.
• Thorough understanding of regulatory requirements, including OSHA, EPA, stormwater/wastewater, RCRA, PSM/RMP, Title V, CAA, CWA, Form R, and Air Emissions reporting.
• Experience in risk management, ergonomics, personal protective equipment, industrial safety, injury/incident investigation, reporting, auditing, and training.
• Successful track record of designing and managing employee safety, worker’s compensation, and drug testing programs.
• Ability to implement process improvements and programming.
• Understanding of automotive plants, processes, and manufacturing principles (a plus).
• Proficiency with MS Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams); SAP experience preferred.

Skills

• Confidentiality: Adheres to strict confidentiality, particularly regarding employment and personal information.
• Multitasking: Ability to shift between tasks efficiently based on company needs.
• Communication: Ensures respectful, timely, and accurate communication across all levels of the organization.
• Initiative: Proactively identifies and addresses problems.
• Engagement: Motivates team members through clear communication and collaboration to achieve goals.
• Leadership: Sets a positive example for peers and demonstrates integrity in all actions.
• Customer Service Orientation: Focuses on discovering and meeting internal and external customer needs.
• Organizational Discipline: Efficiently organizes and executes assignments with reliability.
• Analytical Skills: Breaks down complex situations, systematically compares data, and develops solutions.
• Flexibility/Adaptability: Adapts to changing situations and appreciates diverse perspectives.
• Safety Focus: Prioritizes safety as a personal responsibility and strives for an accident-free workplace.
• Teamwork: Contributes meaningfully to group efforts and works cooperatively with others.
• Technical Competency: Displays functional literacy in processes, procedures, and technologies related to EHS; stays current with industry developments.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The role requires the following physical demands:

• Stand/Walk: Frequent (34-66%)
• Sit: Frequent (34-66%)
• Computer work: Constant (67-100%)
• Bend/Stoop/Squat: Rare (1-5%)
• Forward Reach: Occasional (5-33%)
• Overhead Reach: Rare (1-5%)
• Forceful Grip: Occasional (5-33%)
• Fine Manipulation: Constant (67-100%)
• Lift: Occasional (1-60 reps), up to 25 lbs.
• Carry: Occasional (1-60 reps), up to 25 lbs.
• Push/Pull: Occasional (1-60 reps), up to 40 lbs.

The employee generally works in indoor office and warehouse environments. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid time off

Paid relocation package is available.