Lead EHS Specialist / Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

General Summary : Advanced professional-level EHS specialist or engineer responsible for the development, implementation, and management systems compliance of EHS programs within one or more plants, focused in safety or the environmental areas.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

• Create and coordinate implementation of safety programs for business unit based on regulatory requirements
• Investigate incidents, determine root cause and assist in the formulation of corrective actions.
• Prepare and present reports to senior management.
• Develop Safety procedures
• Data collection and analysis
• Review and critique designs or manufacturing engineer’s work to ensure safety compliance
• Assist in preparation of design criteria (i.e. Ergonomics, Machine Safeguarding, Fire Protection)
• Interpret, communicate and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Develop EHS training materials and deliver both classroom and OJT safety training
• Manage EHS programs and projects
• Develop and approve plans for area of expertise
• Prepare Management of Change (MOC) documentation
• Utilizes engineering knowledge and technology to identify, solve, or minimize EHS problems, and leads the development of corrective actions.
• Conducts detailed investigations of existing and potential safety and health hazards and makes recommendations for remedial and corrective measures.
• Performs engineering studies of accidents to determine courses and methods of preventive action.
• Serves as the internal consultant and primary interface between departments to evaluate operations, provide technical leadership, and develop training materials, in addition to serving as a corporate auditor and the local liaison to the Regional EHS Manager.

Job Specifications : Abilities :

Ability to coordinate complex programs. Ability to manage people without direct supervisory authority.

Computer skills; Proven strong verbal and written communication skills; Strong leadership ability; In-depth knowledge of technical and specialized EHS processes, policies and procedures (incl. technical degree); Extensive experience with EPA and / or OSHA compliance; Experience with ISO or TS requirements and / or related quality systems

Education :

Requires technical Bachelor’s degree (engineering or science) or related field preferred or equivalent experience.

Experience :

Requires 6 to 8 plus advanced years’ experience in safety compliance or engineering with extensive experience in area of specialization.  Prefer experience in manufacturing and / or chemical processing.  CSP or CIH is preferred.  Experience working at a PSM covered facility and / or an extensive knowledge of fire protection systems is desired.  PSM certification strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements :

Must have hand dexterity at moderate speed with accuracy for half of each day. Requires steady, active effort and continuous walking.

Must be able to lift 15 lbs. on a regular basis.

Must be able to work in all areas of the plant

As with all positions, will have responsibility for the following :

Safety and Environmental :

Safety Meetings

Safety Inspections

Incident Investigations and Corrective Actions

Protective Equipment

Safety / Environmental Regulations and Practices

Waste and Wastewater Management

Operations and Maintenance of Equipment

Pollution Prevention

Regulatory Updates

Quality :

Promotion of product quality and attainment of customer satisfaction by supporting plant quality objectives.

Lean :

Supports and actively participates in continuous improvement activities and applies Lean principles in efforts to reduce variation in our products and our processes.

ZF Mesa Operations screening process includes a substance abuse screening test, ATF lifetime background check, and verification of eligibility for employment.

U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident Status Required.

Company Description

ZF LIFETEC is a global leader in passive safety system solutions. Learn more about our business, products and innovation culture driven by a team committed to our mission of saving lives.

Company Description

ZF LIFETEC is a global leader in passive safety system solutions. Learn more about our business, products and innovation culture driven by a team committed to our mission of saving lives.