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EHS&S and Facilities Specialist

Hitachi


Job Location:

Greenville, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 6 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 5 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location:

Liberty South Carolina United States

Job ID:

R0140170

Date Posted:

Company Name:

J.R. AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES LLC

Profession (Job Category):

Legal Compliance & Audit

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The Opportunity:

JR Automation a Hitachi Group Company is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the worlds leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and were always looking to strengthen our team across the globe. Join us as an EHS&S and Facilities Specialist as we work together to bring innovative automation solutions to life.

Location Type: This is an onsite role located in Greenville and Liberty SC.

How Youll Make an Impact:

  • Lead regional efforts to foster a proactive and positive safety culture across manufacturing and office environments.

  • Independently manage EHS Sustainability and Facilities initiatives while collaborating closely with regional and the Global EHS Sustainability and Facility team.

  • Implement and continuously improve safety programs that align with corporate standards and local regulatory requirements.

  • Serve as the regional subject matter expert for environmental health and safety compliance.

  • Drive employee engagement through impactful safety training and awareness campaigns.

  • Conduct regular safety audits risk assessments and incident investigations to identify and mitigate hazards and build a positive safety culture.

  • Champion the journey to carbon neutrality by 2030 identifying and executing energy efficiency and emissions reduction projects.

  • Spearhead initiatives to achieve zero waste to landfill by 2030 including waste diversion recycling and circularity programs.

  • Oversee all preventative and reactive maintenance activities to ensure safe efficient and compliant facility operations.

  • Ensure facilities are maintained to world-class standards creating a safe clean and inspiring workplace for all employees.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainability into daily operations and long-term planning.

  • Monitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs) for EHS sustainability and facilities to drive accountability and transparency.

  • Support emergency preparedness and response planning ensuring readiness across all regional sites.

  • Partner with vendors and contractors to uphold safety and sustainability standards during facility projects and services.

  • Identify and implement innovative solutions to reduce environmental impact and improve operational efficiency.

  • Act as a change agent influencing behaviors and decisions that align with corporate sustainability goals.

  • Leverage Microsoft tools to streamline reporting communication analysis and project management across teams.

  • Provide strategic input to the global team on regional challenges successes and opportunities for improvement.

  • Represent the companys values and commitment to environmental stewardship and employee well-being in all interactions.

Note: This list of responsibilities is inclusive; however it is intended to be a guideline for activities

What Youll Bring:

  • Bachelors Degree in EHS or related field required (i.e. facilities management safety sustainability etc.).

  • A minimum of three years experience in environmental health facilities management safety security maintenance and space management required.

  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 5S is preferred.

  • CFM CSP or experience in corporate sustainability preferred.

  • Advanced PC and organizational skills as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Disclaimer: JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen physical examination and background check.

Company Overview:

At JR Automation A Hitachi Group Company we discover potential reimagine limits and advance industry. When faced with a problem we find a solution. Together we push whats possible to automate for tomorrow.

Join our team of 2000 at one of our 20 facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.

Fueled by Possible.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at JR Automation please send the nature of request and contact information to Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.


Required Experience:

IC


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