EH&S Training Specialist

Location:

Holland, Michigan, United States

Job ID:

R0060055

Date Posted:

2024-08-28

Company Name:

J.R. AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

Profession (Job Category):

Human Resources

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

JR Automation is seeking a dynamic and charismatic EH&S Training Specialist with a strong background in Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S), Learning Management Systems (LMS), and manufacturing or automation. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of effectively training adults and fostering a culture of safety within a manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Training for JR Automation North America specializing in, but not limited to Safety Training.

• Actively manages all aspects of JR Automation’s Safety Learning Management System (LMS). 

• Maintains precise and comprehensive safety training records, ensuring they are detailed as required and consistently up to date.

• Works with internal and external stakeholders to develop, improve, and implement training as needed. 

• Monitor pending and overdue training assignments using reports from the safety training LMS.

• Conduct routine safety audits of the facilities, assess areas of concern, and recommend corrective actions.

• Update and communicate EH&S related information through all facilities.

• Evaluate effectiveness of training and development programs utilizing relevant evaluation data to revise or recommend changes in instructional objectives and methods.

• Formulate training outlines and determine instructional methods, utilizing knowledge of specified training needs and effectiveness of such methods as individual training, group instruction, lectures, demonstrations, conferences, meetings, and workshops.

• Uses the latest adult learning best practices to deliver training that can be received, understood, implemented, and retained.

• Assess training needs for new and existing employees.

• Identify internal and external training programs to address competency gaps and ensure compliance with professional standards, requirements of business and industry.

• Maintain, develop and improve high hazard industry training (Crane, Rigging, Forklift, Aerial, Fall Protection, Haz Energy, Electrical).

• Positions themselves to be a strategic partner in the company.

• Be the subject matter expert on adult learning in the workplace.

• Develop training aids such as manuals, hands on devices, aids, and handbooks.

• Facilitate learning through a variety of delivery methods including classroom instruction, virtual training, on-the-job coaching.

• Design, apply and report on assessment tools to measure training effectiveness.

• Track and report on training outcomes, compliance and keeping leading metrics up to date.

• Handle all logistics for in-house training activities including venues and equipment.

• Pursue and obtain government incentives to fund skill development. 

• Manage and maintain in-house training facilities and equipment.

• Manage special projects for Facilities and EH&S needs.

• Annually audit, or coordinate with a 3rd party, all Rigging equipment per Government regulations. 

• Plan, coordinate, and deliver Emergency Response Team training.

Note: This list of responsibilities is by no means inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities

What You’ll Bring:

• 3-5 years’ experience teaching safety with a passion for EH&S and skilled trades. 

• Strong safety awareness and thorough knowledge of the principles, terminology, tools, and equipment used in each trade

• Knowledge of all EH&S related regulations and standards that apply to training requirements, such as OSHA/MIOSHA, EPA, EGLE, DOT

• Good understanding of various teaching methodologies and tools including competency assessment and adult learning

• Ability to cater to different learning needs and competing priorities

• Proven experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS), e-learning software and strong technology skills

• Proficient in MS Office with a strong emphasis on PowerPoint

• Good time-management skills and prove ability to multi-task

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Critical-thinker and problem-solver

Company Overview 

At JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, we discover potential, reimagine limits, and advance industry. When faced with a problem, we find a solution. Together, we push what’s possible to automate for tomorrow. 

Join our team of 2,000+ at one of our 20+ facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators. 

Fueled by Possible. 

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at JR Automation, please send the nature of request and contact information to [email protected]. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.