Environmental Health and Safety Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION: NTN Driveshaft, a world leader in constant velocity technology for the automotive industry, is currently seeking a qualified EHS Manager for our Columbus, Indiana operations. NTN currently has over 2000 employees working in our Columbus operation and customer demand for our product is growing rapidly. NTN Driveshaft manufactures Constant Velocity Joints (CVJs) for all of the major automotive companies. These customers include Honda, Ford, Toyota, GM, Chrysler and most other automotive OEMs.

The EHS Manager will partner with the plant leadership team in order to reach the organization's most important goal of keeping employees safe. The EHS Manager will also be responsible for guiding the team to ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulatory requirements and NTN corporate EHS policies and guidelines.

The EHS Manager will establish and maintain an effective system of communication within the organization, developing effective working relationships with the safety committee, department managers, plant manager, and employees.

• The primary function of the position is to help create a culture that identifies, eliminates, and controls hazardous conditions that may lead to injury and/or property damage using safety standards, best management practices, and analytical techniques along with behavior-based safety programs.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

This position is Salary Exempt and will be responsible for monitoring and improving environmental, safety and health activities. The EHS Manager will investigate work-related injuries, near-misses and illnesses, administer first aid when required, as well as file any required workers compensation claims on behalf of the associate with appropriate vendor. The position also manages the hearing conversation program.

Must have experience building a progressive safety culture within all levels of a manufacturing environment, including promoting safety awareness, maintaining and improving policies, written programs and procedures. Strong background in Ergonomics, Lockout, and process risk assessment is a plus. Must possess a strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA and all applicable Federal, State and Local regulations, and have experience working with these agencies; as well as maintaining all compliance of environmental permits (including air, water, and waste) and committed to improving an ISO 14001 program. This position will also maintain EHS training records and related documents, as well as provide guidance and oversight of the associate safety committee. Requires strong interpersonal skills

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must have experience building a progressive safety culture within all levels of a manufacturing environment, including promoting safety awareness, maintaining and improving policies, written programs and procedures.
• Strong background in Ergonomics, Lockout, and process risk assessment is a plus. Must possess a strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA and all applicable Federal, State and Local regulations, and have experience working with these agencies - - as well as maintaining all compliance of environmental permits (including air, water, and waste) and committed to improving on ISO
• This position will also maintain EHS training records and related documents, as well as provide guidance and oversight of the associate safety committee.
• Requires strong interpersonal skills.
• Continuously improve safety and environmental programs and procedures to maintain compliance with local, state, and federal standards and regulations.
• Recommend improvements in processes, management systems, procedures and operating equipment to comply with safety and environmental requirements.
• Work with consultants to perform applicable industrial hygiene sampling as needed.
• Conduct compliance assurance reviews of environmental programs and requirements
• Lead investigations of incident and near miss reports, determine root cause, and identify corrective and preventive actions.
• Conducts job safety analysis and risk assessments on assigned tasks and jobs.

• Lead ergonomic assessment and improvement opportunities at work stations through use of co-bots, automation, and industrial Engineering activities.
• Oversee, and provide training related to, various site safety committees.
• Maintain EMS and ISO 14001 certification and conformance to the standard.
• Lead EHS facility and program audits and coordinate response to audit findings.
• Assist with administration of workers' compensation program, including working with the insurance carrier, broker, and medical providers to improve employee post-injury care, reduce lost time and control cost.
• Manage preparation of environmental permit applications for modifications and renewals.
• Manage environmental permit reporting and consultants
• Maintain environmental, safety, and work comp files and records.
• Preparation of internal and external reports

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND ABILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Safety or related EHS field required
• OSHA experience required
• Environmental experience required.
• Preferred 5-10 years of experience, performing EHS operations in a manufacturing environment or equivalent required.
• 2-3 years of supervisory experience preferred
• 3 years of Automotive Industry preferred
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with automation and robotics.
• Individual must have strong computer skills (including MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Experience with governmental reporting, environmental permitting and hazardous waste operations are preferred.
• Successful candidate must have a strong work ethic and be willing to work with limited oversight.
• Must be detail oriented, have excellent communication skills, and effectively address EHS concerns at all levels from front line employees to local and corporate management.

• Must possess strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and delegate.
• Working knowledge of workers compensation, Federal, State & Local Safety and Environmental Regulations including OSHA, NFPA, NEC.
• Experience influencing, training, and leading teams.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish a plus.
• OSHA 501 / 503 a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer