Manager, Occupational Safety, Blueoval Battery Park Michigan

Ford Ford · Auto · Marshall, MI +1 · Occupational Safety

Manager for Occupational Safety at a Ford battery park, responsible for EHS team building, policy development, greenfield site development, strategic goal setting, regulatory compliance, and budget management. Requires a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of EHS management experience, preferably in manufacturing.

What you'd actually do

  1. Recruit, hire, train, and mentor a high-performing EHS team, including defining roles, responsibilities, and career development paths.
  2. Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive EHS policies, procedures, and programs aligned with industry best practices, regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA, etc.), and company objectives.
  3. Play a key role in the design and construction phases of the new facility, ensuring EHS considerations are integrated into all aspects of the project.
  4. Develop and implement short-term and long-term strategic and tactical EHS goals and objectives, aligned with the overall business strategy.
  5. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all applicable federal, state, and local EHS regulations and ensure the facility remains in compliance.

Skills

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Safety Engineering, Occupational Health, or a related field
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in EHS management, preferably in a manufacturing environment
  • Proven track record of success in building and leading high-performing EHS teams
  • Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulations
  • Strong understanding of EHS management systems (e.g., ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001)
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant EHS software
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Nice to have

  • Master's degree is a plus
  • experience in battery manufacturing or a similar high-hazard industry highly preferred
  • Experience with EHS management software (e.g., EHS database systems) is beneficial

What the JD emphasized

  • full flexibility and a readiness to consistently work across all established standard, operating, and rotational shift schedules, encompassing day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts