What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior EHS Specialist position at ZF Group?
Job description: Job Description
About the Team: ZF Chassis Components, LLC in Newton, NC, is a prominent manufacturer with over 250 employees, specializing in a range of chassis components such as cross axis joints, ball joints, suspension joints, control arms, stabilizer link connections, tie rods, and plastics. The company serves several high-profile customers, including Mercedes, BMW, Ford, and Audi. With a strong leadership team and a highly experienced workforce, ZF Chassis Components is well-regarded for its quality products and reliable service.
What you can look forward to as a Senior EHS Specialist:
- Supports the Newton facility and corporate functions for all matters relating to Environmental Health and Safety.
- Develops programs for accident prevention and awareness.
- Guides and promotes safe work performance by developing safety systems, policies and procedures; developing safety campaign, communications, and recognitions; training managers and employees.
- Enforces environmental and safety policies by conducting inspections, determining root cause and required corrective actions; reporting statistics; counseling managers and employees.
- Promotes a safe environment by serving as liaison for coordinating and cooperating with local, state and regional safety groups and agencies.
- Responsible for recording and tracking workers’ compensation injuries and OSHA reporting requirements.
- Identifies and anticipates EH&S concerns and hazards by surveying occupational conditions; rendering opinions on new equipment and procedures; investigating violations; recommending preventive programs.
- Maintains MSDS/SDS sheets; developing and maintaining management information systems which identify the location of hazardous materials in all facilities; Disseminating Right-to-Know information and ensuring compliance with program.
Your profile as a Senior EHS Specialist:
- Associate degree in a related field and 5 years of experience (Bachelors degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field is preferred).
- Proven leadership ability, strong people skills (motivation, communication, problem resolution).
- Ability to prioritize and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
- Proficient computer skills (MS office)
- May be required to work modified schedule to support customer requirements (i.e.: overtime, vacation coverage, off-shifts, 8 and/or 12-hour schedules, holidays, etc.).
- OSHA 30 Hour Course and / or ISO14001 / ISO 45001 Lead Auditor is preferred.
Why you should choose ZF in Newton, NC:
- Annual Incentive Plan
- Paid time off
- 401k Plan
- Health Care Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- A supportive collaborative team environment
- A strong diverse culture
- Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities
