Primary Function
The Global EHS Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining innovative EHS programs and systems that foster a robust safety culture, proactive analytics, risk mitigation and ensuring compliance across all AAG facilities worldwide. This role requires strategic leadership, regulatory expertise, and a proactive approach to health, safety, and environmental stewardship.

Who We Are
At Amsted Automotive, we’re more than just a company—we’re a community of innovators, creators, and dedicated professionals who take pride in our work and each other. As an employee-owned organization, every team member has a vested interest in our success and shares in our achievements. This unique ownership culture fosters a collaborative, supportive environment where your ideas and contributions truly matter. Come join us and be part of a dynamic team that’s transforming the industrial and automotive industries while shaping the future of mobility!

What’s In It for You
We create a supportive environment where employees thrive! With a range of benefits designed to enhance your health, well-being, and financial security, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Join us and experience the exceptional perks that make Amsted Automotive a great place to work!

Health And Wellness

• Medical Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Benefits
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Telehealth
• Onsite health screenings
• Mental health resources
• Employee Assistance Program that includes counseling and support services for mental health, family support, financial advice, legal guidance, and more

Financial Benefits

• Competitive Salaries
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Annual Bonus Opportunity
• 401k with Company Match
• Health Savings Account with Company Contribution
• Life and Disability Insurance

Work-Life Balance

• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• 14 Annual Company Paid Holidays

Professional Development

• Training Programs
• Education Expense Reimbursement
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Additional Benefits

• Pet Insurance and Discount Program
• Legal Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Recognition and Rewards
• Community Involvement
• Workplace Giving Matching Gift Program

Duties and Responsibilities
• Develops, in conjunction with plant operations personnel, safety risk assessments to proactively address potential serious injury and fatalities (SIFs). Creates short-term and long-term safety improvement plans and actions that can be executed by operations.
• Leads the implementation of global safety projects, respective reporting tools, and ensures key stakeholders remain updated. Establishes and tracks key safety performance indicators to drive continuous improvement.
• Assists in the development and communication of the overall EHS strategy and roadmap with periodic status updates to stakeholders, ensuring alignment across all global facilities. Serves as a primary liaison for EHS matters with external regulatory agencies, industry groups, and internal teams.
• Defines and implements initiatives that foster a growing safety culture and enhances employee engagement across facilities.
• Develops, implements and manages Standardized Safety Management Systems across all facilities in multiple countries. Drives change to continually evolve the Safety System to ensure effectiveness and suitability to evolving company needs.
• Manages, educates and facilitates cross functional teams at multiple facilities to complete standardized focused safety initiatives.
• Develops and delivers safety training initiatives to enhance awareness, compliance, and employee engagement. Provide targeted instruction to leadership and operations personnel on risk assessment, hazard recognition and prevention, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state/provincial, and local safety regulations, implementing policies and procedures as needed. Reviews and updates health & safety policies, procedures, and practices annually or as required by regulatory changes.
• Responsible for ensuring that all health & safety policies, procedures and practices are reviewed on an annual basis, or as changes and updates are required by practices or regulation and are rolled out in a timely manner.
• Define leading and lagging key performance indicators to be used as part of the company’s Goals & Objectives (G& O’s). Maintains and analyzes data collected on all safety and environmental matters to drive strategic decision-making.
• Conducts frequent combined safety and environmental inspections and procedural audits at the plants, assisting operations with immediate root cause corrective actions when necessary, including training of same. Oversees implementation of emergency preparedness plans and incident response protocols and manages within the Preparis system. Leads emergency response training and facilitation of knowledge-sharing forums to strengthen readiness and capabilities.
• Supports HR Managers with a strategy to address specific workers’ compensation claims with the Third-Party Administrator and develops plans to reduce/eliminate costs.
• Reviews incident investigations and ensures that injury management and root cause analysis is completed and shared across all locations. Communicates Lessons Learned and Best Management Practices through established forums.
• Updates monthly safety information for the Amsted Operations report.
• Functions efficiently within a team environment and works closely with Operations Management and the OPEX team to integrate EHS aspects into daily work practices.
• Oversees the maintenance of the ISO 14001 EMS and the integration of all Safety Aspects into each Plant’s specific EHS Management System.
• Acts as a liaison for regulatory agency inquiries; responds to inspections and inquiries, ensuring coordination with the parent company where appropriate.
• Conduct research in response to specific EHS improvement initiatives and make recommendations for executive leadership.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Skills, Certifications, Abilities

• Prefer a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or maintain the necessary qualifications to immediately earn the CIH
• Must possess a strong working knowledge of OSHA and other global regulatory requirements
• Must have strong influence/persuasion and critical thinking skills
• Willingness to take a hands-on approach to leading the function
• Must be proficient in O365
• Must be willing to work flexible hours as needed
• Must be willing to travel internationally

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in EHS discipline or a combination of professional experience and a bachelor’s degree.

Experience

• 7+ years safety and environmental experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with permitting, monitoring, record keeping and reporting relative to CAA, CWA, RCRA, CERCLA and applicable State level reporting (IEPA and WDNR) requirements

Success Factors

Strategic Partnership
• Ability to develop and implement long-term EHS strategies, aligning safety goals with business objectives while anticipating future risks and regulatory changes.
• Agile and adaptable in changing environment
• Able to work independently and navigate senior levels of the organization without significant supervision.

Influence, Collaboration and Communication
• Capacity to engage stakeholders, communicate across teams, and drive alignment between operations, HR, and executive leadership.
• Able to educate, inspire, and guide employees at all levels through clear messaging and impactful training programs.

Decisiveness & Problem-Solving
• Quickly assesses risks, makes informed decisions, and drives actionable solutions to enhance workplace safety and sustainability.
• Takes an anticipatory approach to hazard identification, continuously improving processes to prevent incidents rather than just reacting to them.

Resilience & Change Management
• Leads with confidence during crises, navigates regulatory shifts, and fosters a culture of adaptability and continuous improvement.

Data-Driven Leadership
• Uses performance metrics and analytics to inform strategies, measure success, and ensure accountability for safety initiatives.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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