Environmental Health and Safety Manager

Posted: Tuesday, 31 March 2026
Valid Thru: Thursday, 30 April 2026
Index Requested on: 03/31/2026 20:05:40
Indexed on: 03/31/2026 20:05:40

Location: Kentwood, MI, 49512, US

Industry: Automotive Sales and Repair
Occupational Category: 11-9199.00 - Management
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

Flex-N-Gate is hiring!

Description:

Summary

The Environmental Health & Safety Manager develops implements and maintains all Environmental, Health and Safety programs for the facility to ensure safe, healthy and accident-free work environment by performing personally or through direct reports.

Core Competencies

  • Analytical
  • Accountability and Dependability
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Communication
  • Creative and Innovative Thinking
  • Customer Focus
  • Decision Making and Judgement
  • Development and Continual Learning
  • Energy and Stress Management
  • Enforcing Laws, Rules and Regulations
  • Ethics and Integrity
  • Planning and Organizing
  • Problem Solving
  • Research and Analysis
  • Team Work
  • Time Management


Flex-N-Gate Training Requirements

  • CHRF.00003 New Employee Orientation
  • Electrostatic Discharge
  • Global Harmonization
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • ISO – 14001 Lead Auditor
  • Lock Out Tag Out
  • Hilo Operation
  • Crane Operation
  • Production Equipment Maintenance
  • Management of Ozone Depleting Substances
  • Contractor Management
  • Waste Water Management
  • Emergency Response Management
  • Solid & Hazardous Waste
  • Construction Debris Management
  • Oil Filter Management
  • Scrap Metal Waste Management
  • Used Oil Management
  • Lead Acid Battery Management
  • Outside Material & Equip Storage
  • Mercury Containing Device Management
  • Used Shop Towels, Sleeves. Gloves & Oil absorbent Products
  • Tower/Chiller Chemical Usage
  • Gas Cylinder
  • Drum & Tote Management
  • Chemical Storage
  • HID, Fluorescent Tube and Ballast Disposal
  • Tritium Based Emergency lighting disposal
  • OSHA & State OSHA regulations
  • Train the Trainer
  • Storm Water Certification
  • MIOSHA – 10 hour
  • RCRA – Hazardous waste
  • Universal Waste
  • MDEQ reporting, SARA Title III Tier 2
  • Accident/Incident Investigation
  • First Aid/CPR
  • IATF/ISO Related Training
  • Worker’s Compensation/Claim Management


Job Duties

  • Responsible for environmental management training, job site inspections and reporting
  • Acts as Environmental Management Representative (EMR) with issues relating to ISO 14001 elements
  • Perform job site environmental compliance inspections including hazard communication, chemical labeling, waste management, spill prevention and storm water pollution prevention through written reports and recommendations
  • Responsible for monitoring adherence to the company environmental management program by all Flex-N-Gate employees and subcontractors
  • Coordinates emergency response teams on all shifts at facility
  • Research, plan, organize and conduct training programs/seminars for Flex-N-Gate supervisors and field employees, with regard to environmental regulatory compliance.
  • Coordinate the activities of other environmental compliance personnel within one or more divisions and departments, if appropriate
  • Plan, design, develop, implement, and evaluate departmental environmental management programs
  • Handles all environmental testing, recordkeeping and submission of reports to local, state or provincial and federal regulators
  • Provide advice and counsel to management and other employee groups in the application of effective environmental programs and procedures
  • Design environmental management standards to conform to industry standards and federal, state or provincial and local regulations
  • Develop and implement complex environmental programs by inspecting or reviewing areas, equipment, processes, and work activities with a focus on continuous improvement of Environmental Management Systems
  • Coordinate inspections, investigations, and environmental management activities with departments
  • Research environmental management information to assure the best available methods and equipment are adopted to minimize the hazards in the work place
  • Advise on improvements in tracking and reporting procedures
  • Lead and/or participate on teams with environmental, technical, management, and other team members
  • Periodically act as a team leader to special task forces or teams
  • Provides direction and/or guidance to less experienced environmental personnel, supervises direct or indirect associates in the department
  • Follows ISO 14001 requirements per standard
  • Maintain up-to-date environmental regulatory knowledge and stay current with industry trends and best practices
  • The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Environmental Management System (EMS) as stated in EMS policy CEVPL.00005
  • Responsible for OSHA recordkeeping and reporting requirements
  • Manage the Health and Safety Program by
    • Providing a workplace free of recognized hazards that are likely to cause death or serious physical harm for all employees
    • Manage and ensure compliance including but not limited to HAZCOM, PPE, Fall Protection, Electrical Safety, JHA’s, Ergonomics, Machine Guarding, Forklift, Confined Space, Material Handling, LOTO, BBP’s, First Responders.
    • Leading incident, injury investigations for root cause and corrective action
    • Manage worker’s compensation claims
    • Ergonomic Evaluations and Improvements through Humantech
    • Monthly Safety Talks- track and distribute, maintain records
    • Ensure PIV, LOTO, Aerial Work, Crane is up to date monthly. Manage all Mastery Training and Certificates. Maintain the EHS Training Matrix tracker and Training records file.
    • New and Modified Equipment general safety inspections


Requirements

  • University Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in environmental management, health & safety or related field
  • Five years environmental management work experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Maintain current waste water and storm water certifications
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of environmental regulations, compliance and reporting
  • Thorough understanding of ISO 14001 standard requirements
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong communication skills (both verbal and written)
  • Proficiency with database applications and administration systems, specifically Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work effectively alone and prioritize
  • Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail
  • Strong analytical ability
  • Supervisory and interpersonal skills are required
  • Troubleshooting ability is required
  • Strong decision making and problem-solving skills
  • Proven good presentation skills
  • Ability to manage & prioritize multiple projects
  • Detail orientated


Working Conditions

  • Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals
  • Physical ability to lift 25lbs
  • Travel as necessary
  • Attending and/or conducting presentations as necessary
  • May be exposed to hazards associated with manufacturing
  • Overtime as required


Responsibilities:

Please review the job description.

Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

Requirements

  • University Bachelor’s Degree in environmental management, health & safety or related field
  • Five years environmental management work experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Maintain current waste water and storm water certifications
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of environmental regulations, compliance and reporting
  • Thorough understanding of ISO 14001 standard requirements
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong communication skills (both verbal and written)
  • Proficiency with database applications and administration systems, specifically Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work effectively alone and prioritize
  • Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail
  • Strong analytical ability
  • Supervisory and interpersonal skills are required
  • Troubleshooting ability is required
  • Strong decision making and problem solving skills
  • Proven good presentation skills
  • Ability to manage & prioritize multiple projects
  • Detail orientated

Benefits:

Please see the job description for benefits.

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