What are the responsibilities and job description for the EHS Specialist position at GKN Automotive?
About Us GKN Automotive is the market leader in conventional, all-wheel and electrified drive systems and solutions. With a comprehensive global footprint, we design, develop, manufacture and integrate an extensive range of driveline technologies for over 90% of the world’s car manufacturers.
Role Purpose
Maintain and promote a safe and healthy work environment for all associates. Ensure compliance to legal and established system requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Maintaining accurate daily, weekly, and monthly metrics to report to onsite management teams and corporate based reporting systems.
Maintain various HSE information systems on the company intranet and network.
Facilitate organization and leadership development efforts to address root cause of EHS related issues.
Coach management and employees at all levels to ensure compliance with all EHS program expectations
and applicable federal and state laws.
Maintain compliance with ISO 141001 and ISO 45001 standards and implement improvements within
facility. Conduct internal management system audits as needed.
Conduct internal safety/environmental risk assessments and audits to identify potential hazards and risks
for equipment and processes and implementing effective mitigation strategies.
Responding to and investigating events including workplace incidents, injuries and near-miss events.
Drive closure of effective corrective/preventive actions, as assigned, and ensure lessons learned are
communicated and integrated into future practices.
Coordinate HSE training and education as needed, for all plant personnel (new and existing) to ensure
compliance with legal, system and interested parties’ requirements.
Perform safety orientation for all facility contractors.
Conduct drills and simulations to test the effectiveness of emergency procedures.
Responding to emergency situations when they arise.
Complete and submit reports to both Corporate and legal entities as required, and conduct required legal
reviews.
Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, training sessions and incidents as required by legal and
company directives.
Monitor and enforce the use of personal protection equipment (PPE).
Lead safety committee meetings and initiatives.
Coordinate medical treatment of worker’s compensation injuries through approved providers.
Prepare annual HSE Department budget preparation.
Maintain communications with medical providers as necessary to assist with cost containment under workers compensation program, while maintaining confidential.
Review and dispose of all materials of all materials / chemicals submitted for use within the facility according to internal procedures and legal requirements.
Coordinate and manage recycling program according to ISO 14001 management system requirements.
Perform other duties as asigned.
Qualification and Skills
- Associates degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar HSE role preferred.
- Certification in Occupational Health and Safety (e.g. CSP, CIH) is highly desirable.
- OSHA 40-hour certification
- Certified internal auditor in ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 management systems
Specific Functional Capabilities, Knowledge and Skills Required
Essential
Proven track record of successful implementation and maintaining health/safety and environmental
management systems that resulted in measurable improvements.
In-depth understanding of local, state, and federal HSE regulations.
Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies and incident investigation techniques.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in conducting safety training sessions.
Ability to think critically and develop effective solutions to complex HSE challenges.
Willing to work off-shifts when necessary or take off-shift calls / meetings.
Familiar working with various office equipment, computers and MS Office including Word, Outlook,
Powerpoint, Excel and cloud-based systems.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.
