Toyota Boshoku America
Overview
Environmental Manager at Toyota Boshoku America (TBA) – Jackson, TN. Lead strategic and tactical EHS activities to provide Environmental/Health & Safety services, direction, and counsel to executive staff, management, and plant team members. Manage EHS policy development, compliance with OSHA and related laws, audits/inspections, reporting, workers’ compensation management, corrective actions, and EHS training. Build and maintain a productive work environment aligned with company goals and objectives. Essential Job Functions
Select, train, develop, and organize subordinate staff to meet department responsibilities and objectives. Provide direction and motivation to EHS staff focusing on safety, quality, efficiency, cost, and morale. Direct and support EHS staff by assigning projects and areas of responsibility; maintain positive team relations. Ensure development of training plans, performance evaluations, feedback, coaching, and cascade training. Establish and maintain EHS functions that ensure safe, stable, and efficient safety and environmental activities. Act as liaison between location team members, Plant Management, third parties, and external stakeholders; protect interests under EHS policies and regulations. Coach and mentor management on EHS matters; assist department managers with EHS responsibilities. Lead activities to achieve a high level of safety; resolve policy-related and procedural problems; investigate team member complaints. Research and investigate compliance issues (workers’ compensation, attendance, harassment, etc.); facilitate performance management and corrective actions. Enhance and enforce EHS policies and procedures to improve operations, efficiency, and cost containment. Ensure consistent administration of all EHS policies and regulatory compliance; lead policy communication and education. Maintain current knowledge of regulations, industry trends, and laws related to EHS. Lead and manage ISO 14001 and related environmental activities; identify legal requirements and reporting regulations. Serve as plant liaison with governmental agencies, insurers, and external providers for audits, training, and inspections. Monitor program competitiveness against peers and markets; manage EHS measurement systems and KPI reporting. Track and report safety incidents, ergonomic issues, training, audits, and environmental metrics; prepare reports for senior management. Lead internal communications, recognition programs, safety meetings, suggestion programs, and surveys. Audit safety postings for regulatory compliance; develop safety awards and recognition programs. Provide management support for plant safety and health programs; develop and monitor safety and security policies. Lead security and disaster protection activities; manage wellness programs including workers’ compensation. Ensure PPE compliance and ongoing safety health measures; maintain training records; manage EHS budget and annual plan. Minimum Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering or related field or equivalent experience; ISO 14001 Lead Auditor Training; OSHA and/or CSP certification. Experience
Greater than eight (8) years of relevant experience; minimum of four (4) years of leadership or supervisory experience. 3-5 years of relevant manufacturing experience; automotive experience preferred. Emergency response experience; valid First Aid and CPR certificates; experience creating and delivering presentations to large groups. Environmental compliance experience; automotive manufacturing exposure preferred; multicultural environment experience preferred. Personal/Technical Skills
Knowledge of federal and state safety and health laws (OSHA, EPA, DOT, IH) and employment statutes (ADA, HIPAA, FMLA, Workers’ Compensation). Ergonomic principles understanding; basic engineering knowledge; strong math, analytical, and organizational skills. Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; customer service orientation; ability to work in fast-paced, multicultural environments. Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and work with minimal supervision; ability to maintain confidentiality; strong reporting and presentation skills. Ability to travel 0-10% with occasional overtime; ability to work in and support automotive customer requirements. Language Skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English. Computer/Software
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with HRIS and enterprise systems (Oracle, Halogen, Kronos) preferred. Work Environment/Conditions
Office: Open environment with moderate noise; Plant: automotive plant environment with PPE as required. Travel: 0-10% of the time. Disclaimer
This job description is intended to identify the general nature and level of work performed. It is not a comprehensive inventory of duties and qualifications. The at-will employment relationship remains unchanged. EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr
Environmental Manager at Toyota Boshoku America (TBA) – Jackson, TN. Lead strategic and tactical EHS activities to provide Environmental/Health & Safety services, direction, and counsel to executive staff, management, and plant team members. Manage EHS policy development, compliance with OSHA and related laws, audits/inspections, reporting, workers’ compensation management, corrective actions, and EHS training. Build and maintain a productive work environment aligned with company goals and objectives. Essential Job Functions
Select, train, develop, and organize subordinate staff to meet department responsibilities and objectives. Provide direction and motivation to EHS staff focusing on safety, quality, efficiency, cost, and morale. Direct and support EHS staff by assigning projects and areas of responsibility; maintain positive team relations. Ensure development of training plans, performance evaluations, feedback, coaching, and cascade training. Establish and maintain EHS functions that ensure safe, stable, and efficient safety and environmental activities. Act as liaison between location team members, Plant Management, third parties, and external stakeholders; protect interests under EHS policies and regulations. Coach and mentor management on EHS matters; assist department managers with EHS responsibilities. Lead activities to achieve a high level of safety; resolve policy-related and procedural problems; investigate team member complaints. Research and investigate compliance issues (workers’ compensation, attendance, harassment, etc.); facilitate performance management and corrective actions. Enhance and enforce EHS policies and procedures to improve operations, efficiency, and cost containment. Ensure consistent administration of all EHS policies and regulatory compliance; lead policy communication and education. Maintain current knowledge of regulations, industry trends, and laws related to EHS. Lead and manage ISO 14001 and related environmental activities; identify legal requirements and reporting regulations. Serve as plant liaison with governmental agencies, insurers, and external providers for audits, training, and inspections. Monitor program competitiveness against peers and markets; manage EHS measurement systems and KPI reporting. Track and report safety incidents, ergonomic issues, training, audits, and environmental metrics; prepare reports for senior management. Lead internal communications, recognition programs, safety meetings, suggestion programs, and surveys. Audit safety postings for regulatory compliance; develop safety awards and recognition programs. Provide management support for plant safety and health programs; develop and monitor safety and security policies. Lead security and disaster protection activities; manage wellness programs including workers’ compensation. Ensure PPE compliance and ongoing safety health measures; maintain training records; manage EHS budget and annual plan. Minimum Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering or related field or equivalent experience; ISO 14001 Lead Auditor Training; OSHA and/or CSP certification. Experience
Greater than eight (8) years of relevant experience; minimum of four (4) years of leadership or supervisory experience. 3-5 years of relevant manufacturing experience; automotive experience preferred. Emergency response experience; valid First Aid and CPR certificates; experience creating and delivering presentations to large groups. Environmental compliance experience; automotive manufacturing exposure preferred; multicultural environment experience preferred. Personal/Technical Skills
Knowledge of federal and state safety and health laws (OSHA, EPA, DOT, IH) and employment statutes (ADA, HIPAA, FMLA, Workers’ Compensation). Ergonomic principles understanding; basic engineering knowledge; strong math, analytical, and organizational skills. Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; customer service orientation; ability to work in fast-paced, multicultural environments. Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and work with minimal supervision; ability to maintain confidentiality; strong reporting and presentation skills. Ability to travel 0-10% with occasional overtime; ability to work in and support automotive customer requirements. Language Skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English. Computer/Software
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with HRIS and enterprise systems (Oracle, Halogen, Kronos) preferred. Work Environment/Conditions
Office: Open environment with moderate noise; Plant: automotive plant environment with PPE as required. Travel: 0-10% of the time. Disclaimer
This job description is intended to identify the general nature and level of work performed. It is not a comprehensive inventory of duties and qualifications. The at-will employment relationship remains unchanged. EOE #J-18808-Ljbffr