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EHS Specialist – Job Description
Company: Aisin Automotive Casting Tennessee Inc. Location: Clinton, TN Department: Health & Safety Reports To: No direct supervisory responsibilities
Position Summary
The EHS Specialist is responsible for coordinating health, safety, and environmental programs to ensure a safe workplace and full compliance with company policies and OSHA regulations. This role serves as a key liaison for medical services, workers' compensation, and environmental permitting to maintain a high-standard, compliant manufacturing environment.
Core Responsibilities
1. Health & Safety Management
- Develops and enforces safety policies, systems, and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal OSHA regulations.
- Coordinates facility inspections and tours to detect and mitigate accident, fire, and health hazards.
- Leads investigations into accidents and injuries, preparing detailed reports for insurance carriers and legal proceedings.
- Directs Team Member training programs focused on accident prevention, fire protection, and general safety awareness.
- Provides expert advice on the selection and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
2. Environmental Compliance
- Maintains the facility’s ISO 14001 certification and supports the rollout of ISO 45001.
- Manages RCRA and Hazardous Waste Management programs.
- Oversees environmental permitting and monitoring, including Air permits, Storm water checks, and Waste water analysis.
- Operates and maintains equipment used to monitor air, land, and water quality.
3. Medical & Workers’ Compensation
- Supervises company medical services and oversees injury prevention and vocational rehabilitation programs.
- Manages workers’ compensation claims, including contract negotiation and performance monitoring with insurance carriers.
- Provides disability management training and education to Team Members and leadership.
Qualifications & Skills
- Education: Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from a four-year college or university; or 4–6 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Preferred Education: A degree in safety science, engineering, or industrial hygiene is preferred.
- Certification: CSP (Certified Safety Professional) certification is highly preferred.
- Technical Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of OSHA, TDEC, NEPA, and ANSI regulations.
- Interpersonal Skills: Ability to coach staff through complex or emotional issues and enlist cooperation for regulatory requirements.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Physical Demands: Regularly required to talk or hear; frequently required to walk and sit.
- Lifting: Must regularly lift up to 10 lbs, frequently lift up to 50 lbs, and occasionally lift up to 100 lbs.
- Environment: Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts in a loud environment. Occasional exposure to extreme heat, fumes, and toxic chemicals.
- Schedule: Regular attendance is required, including availability for weekends and holidays as needed
Pay: $50,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $80,000