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Kubota Manufacturing of America Corporation Environmental, Health and Safety Manager in Gainesville, Georgia
Job Description
Job Title:Environmental, Health and Safety Manager
Position Summary: The Environmental, Health and Safety Manager will support and maintain Kubotas environmental regulatory compliance while defining and leading projects and activities to achieve Kubota's future environmental goals.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Achieving Kubota's Future Environmental Goals:
- Analyze current environmental metrics to identify areas for improvement.
- Oversee and lead environmental improvement projects or campaigns.
- Report progress on environmental improvement projects, detailing projected and accomplished results.
- Prepare presentation materials from contributors and lead the Environmental Management Review.
- Develop agenda topics for the KNA NASE group meetings, ensuring environmental topics are addressed.
Regulatory Compliance:
- Ensure all Environmental group members receive proper training to meet regulatory requirements (e.g., DOT, HAZWOPER).
- Maintain necessary procedures and records to comply with regulations.
- Seek external consulting support as needed to address environmental issues.
- Establish and maintain an Environmental Spill Response process, overseeing investigations of environmental incidents.
- Consult with manufacturing groups regarding wastewater-related issues.
- Review and proofread all regulatory reports (e.g., Tier 2, TRI Form R).
- Keep the environmental calendar updated and ensure timely completion of activities.
ISO 14001:
- Participate in audits conducted by third-party companies (e.g., SGS, GT, AECOM).
- Lead pre-audits and proactively address potential issues.
- Support Kubota personnel during audits.
- Ensure audit findings result in viable corrective actions completed on schedule.
KBT Related:
- Review environmental data (e.g., energy usage, waste generation, water discharge, VOC/HAP).
- Develop and maintain spreadsheets for organizing environmental data for KEDES.
- Oversee the collection of required data and surveys.
- Ensure timely completion of KBT's environmental data online (KEDES) each month.
- Conduct KBT-requested campaigns (e.g., Environmental Month activities, Eco-Challenge).
Other Duties:
- Identify areas for operational efficiency improvement within the Environmental group and oversee project execution.
- Review and approve POR/PR through InteliChief.
- Conduct performance evaluations for subordinate team members.
- Manage ETOs for subordinate team members to ensure proper group coverage.
- Ensure Environmental eDojo training is executed as planned.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Bachelors degree in Science or Engineering.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint).
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to multitask and work independently with minimal oversight.
- Competency in the English language with legible writing ability.
- Willingness to travel as required.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Prior experience with ISO 14001.
Working Conditions:
- The role may require working in extreme temperatures, standing for long periods, and performing physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Why Join Us?
We offer a supportive work culture, opportunities for growth, and the chance to be part of a team that values quality and innovation. If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference, we want to hear from you!
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