EHS, Sustainability

2 weeks ago

Nashville, TN, United States JR Automation Full time

Location:

(JRA)SC - Financial Blvd

Job ID:

R0103529

Date Posted:

2025-08-14

Company Name:

J.R. AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

Profession (Job Category):

Administration & Facilities

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The Opportunity:

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and we're always looking to strengthen our team across the globe. Join us as an EHS Sustainability and Facilities Specialist.

Location Type: This is an onsite role located in Greenville and Liberty, SC. or Nashville, TN. There will be required travel to the other location one week per month.

How You'll Make an Impact:

  • Lead regional efforts to foster a proactive and positive safety culture across manufacturing and office environments.

  • Independently manage EHS, Sustainability, and Facilities initiatives while collaborating closely with regional and the Global EHS, Sustainability and Facility team.

  • Implement and continuously improve safety programs in support that align with corporate standards and local regulatory requirements.

  • Serve as the regional subject matter expert for environmental, health, and safety compliance.

  • Drive employee engagement through impactful safety training and awareness campaigns.

  • Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations to identify and mitigate hazards and build a positive safety culture.

  • Champion the journey to carbon neutrality by 2030, identifying and executing energy efficiency and emissions reduction projects.

  • Spearhead initiatives to achieve zero waste to landfill by 2030, including waste diversion, recycling, and circularity programs.

  • Oversee all preventative and reactive maintenance activities to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant facility operations.

  • Ensure facilities are maintained to world-class standards, creating a safe, clean, and inspiring workplace for all employees.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainability into daily operations and long-term planning.

  • Monitor and report key performance indicators (KPIs) for EHS, sustainability, and facilities to drive accountability and transparency.

  • Support emergency preparedness and response planning, ensuring readiness across all regional sites.

  • Partner with vendors and contractors to uphold safety and sustainability standards during facility projects and services.

  • Identify and implement innovative solutions to reduce environmental impact and improve operational efficiency.

  • Act as a change agent, influencing behaviors and decisions that align with corporate sustainability goals.

  • Leverage Microsoft tools to streamline reporting, communication, analysis, and project management across teams.

  • Provide strategic input to the global team on regional challenges, successes, and opportunities for improvement.

  • Represent the company's values and commitment to environmental stewardship and employee well-being in all interactions.

Note: This list of responsibilities is inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities

What You'll Bring:

  • .Bachelor's degree in EHS or related field required (i.e., facilities management, safety, sustainability, etc.).

  • A minimum of three years' experience in environmental health, facilities management, safety, security, maintenance, and space management required.

  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 5S helpful.

  • CFM, CSP, or experience in corporate sustainability preferred.

  • Advanced PC and organizational skills as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Disclaimer: JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.

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 jrcareers@jrautomation.com. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.

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