EHSS Manager, Plant Operations

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About Slate

At Slate were building safe reliable vehicles that people can afford personalize and love and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate because people should have control over how their trucks look feel and represent them.

Who we are looking for:

The EHSS Manager Plant Operations is responsible for developing implementing and maintaining environmental health and safety programs within the automotive manufacturing environment. This role ensures compliance with all relevant regulations promotes a culture of safety and drives continuous improvement in EHSS performance.

What you get to do:

• Develop and Implement EHSS Programs: Create and manage comprehensive EHSS programs that comply with local state and federal regulations.
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Conduct regular risk assessments and implement corrective actions to mitigate identified risks.
• Training and Education: Develop and deliver EHSS training programs to employees at all levels ensuring awareness and adherence to safety protocols.
• Incident Investigation: Lead investigations into EHSS incidents identify root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all operations comply with environmental health and safety regulations including OSHA EPA and other relevant standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives in EHSS practices leveraging industry best practices and emerging technologies.
• Reporting and Documentation: Maintain accurate records and reports related to EHSS activities incidents and compliance.
• Collaboration: Work closely with operations maintenance security and other departments to integrate EHSS considerations into all aspects of manufacturing processes.
• Occupational Health: Oversee occupational health clinic operations ensuring all company employees receive the highest quality of care across plant operations.
• Leadership Reporting: Provide clean and effective reporting on EHSS performance across operations and ensure integration of key leading metrics within responsible departments.

What you bring to the team:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Environmental Science Occupational Health Safety Management or a related field. Advanced degree is preferred.
• Experience: 8 years of experience in EHSS management within a manufacturing environment preferably automotive.
• Certifications: Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or equivalent certifications are highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of EHSS regulations.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to analyze data and implement effective solution.
• Proficiency in EHSS software and tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook Teams Word Excel PowerPoint).

Working Conditions and Environment:

• This position is a combination of office work and regular engagement with the manufacturing floor operations to drive critical issues home and support progress.
• Must have the ability to travel both domestic and international (up to 25%).

Physical Requirements:

• Must have the ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Must have the ability to stand walk and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
• Must have the ability to conduct site inspections and investigations which may involve physical activity.

Why Join Team Slate

Were fueled by grit determination and attention to detail. Slates start-up spirit of ingenuity and resourcefulness moves our business forward. Team Slate fosters a culture of excellence innovation and mutual respect and is motivated by shared principles.

• Safety First
• Delight Customers
• One Team
• Relentless Improvement
• Fast Frugal and Scrappy
• Respectful Collaboration
• Positive Legacy

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate.

• Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status marital status parental status cultural background organizational level work styles tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
• Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at .