EHS Plant Manager (Industrial manufacturing)
1 day ago
Alcalá de Henares
About us Exide Technologies () is an internationally leading provider of innovative and sustainable battery storage solutions for automotive and industrial applications. With more than 135 years of experience, Exide has developed and globally marketed innovative batteries and systems, contributing to the energy transition and driving a cleaner future. Exide Technologies' culture and strategy are centred on recycling, sustainability, and environmental responsibility. The company has 11 manufacturing and 3 recycling facilities across Europe, ensuring resilience and a low CO2 footprint with a local supply chain. With a team of 5,000 employees, we provide €1.6bn energy storage solutions and services to customers worldwide, every year. Exide Technologies’ Automotive Division manufactures 12V batteries for all powertrain concepts, covering internal combustion over to full electrician and off-road vehicles. We offer lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries for light and commercial vehicles, motorcycles, boats and more. We serve the OEMs and the Aftermarket with our and our customer’s top brands. About the job For our Automotive division in Azuqueca de Henares (SPAIN) we are looking for a EHS Plant Manager (F/M/X/D) to join permanently our team. Job purpose Reporting directly to the Plant Manager Azuqueca and in dotted line to the EHS Business Manager Automotive & Group EHS Director, the EHS Manager’s primary responsibilities are to promote a safe working environment for the employees and the meeting of all legal requirements for EHS issues. This includes a careful documentation of the measures put in place and the regular reporting of this documentation to managers and legal authorities. Specific responsibilities and authorities: -Establish the framework for the EHS program. -Engage with line management in developing, implementing and sustaining the program. -Managing all requirements of the EHS Management System. -Monthly/quarterly/bi-annual/annual reports (to Exide and to local authorities). -Preparation & coordination of audits. -Conduct incident investigations and follow-ups. -Review Corrective Action Plans (CAP), follow-up CAP closures and organize follow-up audits. -Plant inspections, assessment of EHS conditions. -Organize and execute training. -Maintain EHS technical competency through continuing education. -Coordination & verification of legal compliance. -Meetings with external companies, suppliers and local authorities. -Support the Operations Team and Regional EHS Team on EHS related issues. -Occasional demands from Exide, local authorities, suppliers and customers. What you bring: • Academic degree in industrial, chemical or environmental engineering or an equivalent education; specific training in management systems., • At least 5 years in a similar position in a multinational company, specifically leading an EHS department in an industrial environment and manufacturing plant., • Team leading experience with setting high goals and expectations, guiding others towards the most important objectives, conveying a vision so that it is tangible and actionable to others and consistently restating and reinforcing the strategic direction., • Understands EHS management systems; knowledge of assurance review process and rating system; ability to coordinate, facilitate implementation and/or maintain management systems; ability to assess the effectiveness of management system implementation; knowledge of other management systems such as ISO 14000, ISO 45000 knowledge of how to conduct audits and inspections and recommend solutions for corrective action., • Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations and corporate/business unit standards (local and/or global); knowledge of how to find and keep current with regulations and standards (internal and external); ability to interpret laws and regulations; ability to apply laws and regulations appropriately; ability to offer recommendations regarding the development of/changes to laws and regulations; ability to assess effectiveness of compliance program., • Ability to assess training needs; ability to develop and/or deliver training; ability to assess the effectiveness of training; knowledge of internal and regulatory training requirements., • Proven skills in effective verbal and written communication internally and externally to ensure alignment and understanding for EHS projects in the team and throughout other departments participating in the projects; actively shares ideas even though they might be challenged; looks at arguments from both sides of an issue., • English B2 level (fluent speaking). What we offer: We offer you a challenging, responsible and varied job in a modern, fast-growing division within an international automotive company. You can expect a highly collegial working environment with a reasonable scope for action and decision-making. You will benefit from exciting personal and professional development opportunities, additional corporate well-being initiatives, and several key benefits, including: Excellent international working environment. Competitive salary + 10% incentive plan Pension plan Free meals from Monday to Thursday Working with us means being engaged and agile. Our culture of continuous learning and commitment to sustainability and diversity create an environment where you can grow your skills and your career. Feel free to apply if you think you meet the criteria and are excited to join our project. Please submit your application along with an updated CV. A member of our Selection team will reach out to you. Best of luck! Our energy: It’s you! Together, we will be transforming the energy sector. Exide is an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Exide is committed to sustainability and value creation, respecting the planet’s limits and fostering positive change for both the environment and people within the global energy storage system. Exide Technologies – Energizing a new world
