Hino Motors Manufacturing is an OEM that assembles trucks in West Virginia, automotive components in Arkansas, and operates a parts distribution center in California.

We are currently seeking an EHS Manager located in Marion, AR reporting directly to the VP, HR & Administration. This individual will be responsible for providing strategic direction to the site and company leadership on Environmental Safety and Health issues and driving the safety culture of the location. The EHS Manager will provide technical and regulatory expertise to ensure environmental compliance, safe work practices and continuous improvement of EHS programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote safety awareness, accident prevention and Team Member involvement in environmental and safety programs.
• Devise, supervise, and coordinate training programs which will increase proficiency in safe practices and promote safety consciousness – ensuring employee understanding.
• Make recommendations on best safety practices, and audit locations adherence to those practices.
• Consult with departments on design and use of equipment, fire prevention and safety program.
• Make studies and analyses of industrial accident causes and hazards to health
• Formulate safety policies and procedures in compliance with state and federal OSHA rules and regulations.
• Audit facilities and offices to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards.
• Communicate corrective or preventative measures required to appropriate management.
• Continually monitor compliance issues such as MSDS files, OSHA reporting, etc.
• Conduct site audits, evaluate plant's compliance with safety and environmental regulations identify areas of improvements.
• Participate in accident investigation and prepare material and evidence for company use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigation.
• Compile and submit all accident reports required by regulatory agencies, as well as internal reports.
• Drive incident/accident free workplace initiative through education, coaching and other initiatives.
• Lead the environmental, health and safety initiatives in support of the business requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations.
• Implement environmental solutions and drive changes in manufacturing processes / systems that lead to reduction in environmental waste streams.
• Provide technical expertise to plant personnel on key governmental regulations pertaining to environment, health and safety.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in EHS or equivalent.
• 5 or more years of safety-related experience.
• OSHA certified.
• Experience working with Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, RCRA & EPCRA permits and reporting, regulatory training and ISO-14001.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Certification Preferred.

Required Skills:

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Familiarity with environmental permitting and reporting
• Strong understanding of OSHA, and HACCP.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel
• Advanced knowledge of TPS, 5S, and Kaizen
• Expert Leadership Skills
• Ability to adapt quickly in an ever-changing environment
• Advanced ability to multitask
• Established relationships with key leadership/management
• Defined EHS strategy with implementation plan identified
• EHS cultural and engagement factors summarized with key actions identified

Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A., Inc. (HMMUSA) requires all new hires to successfully pass a post offer-employment drug screen and background check prior to beginning employment.

All new hires must provide proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.A. within their first 3 days of employment. HMMUSA uses E-Verify.

Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A., Inc. (HMMUSA) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HMMUSA complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.