Environment Health Safety (EHS) Specialist (US/UK)
Ann Arbor, MI
Global Operations – Corporate Real Estate and Workplace Services /
Employee /
Hybrid
Woven by Toyota is enabling Toyota’s once-in-a-century transformation into a mobility company. Inspired by a legacy of innovating for the benefit of others, our mission is to challenge the current state of mobility through human-centric innovation — expanding what “mobility” means and how it serves society.
Our work centers on four pillars: AD/ADAS, our autonomous driving and advanced driver assist technologies; Arene, our software development platform for software-defined vehicles; Woven City, a test course for mobility; and Cloud & AI, the digital infrastructure powering our collaborative foundation. Business-critical functions empower these teams to execute, and together, we’re working toward one bold goal: a world with zero accidents and enhanced well-being for all.
TEAM
Safety & Quality organization is dedicated to managing safety and quality at the company level. The team focuses on processes, policies, and compliance, aiming to prioritize product and process safety and quality. The team operates with the principles of standardization, fostering a unified approach to safety processes, and promoting independence between engineering and Safety & Quality.
The “Global Operational Safety” team, as part of the Safety & Quality organization, is dedicated to ensuring the highest standards of safety and compliance in vehicle operations across all regions. Here is the mission and vision for the team:
Mission: To promote a culture of safety and compliance, minimizing risks and ensuring the health and safety of all stakeholders involved in vehicle operations worldwide.
Vision: To be a leader in operational safety, setting benchmarks for excellence in safety practices and compliance in the industry.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
The Woven by Toyota EHS specialist US/UK is responsible for assisting the EHS function and the cross-functional team with day to day operations. The EHS specialist will play a key role in fostering a strong safety culture and ensure full compliance with all applicable regulations and requirements.
The position may be based in Palo Alto, California or Ann Arbor, Michigan, and reports directly to the EHS manager of the company.
Incident Management & Reporting:
- Report and investigate incidents, and manage Workers Compensation and OSHA issues.
- Lead ISO 14001 certification programs, conduct audits, and address findings.
- Develop audit plans, conduct internal audits, and drive closure of corrective actions.
- Conduct routine EHS inspections and resolve EHS related issues in Jira.
- Utilize commercial EHS software systems as a technology solution to protect the health and safety of our people.
- Provide regular reports on EHS compliance activities, risks, and progress toward goals.
Team Collaboration:
- Collaborate on EHS policies including but not limited to IIPP, Workplace Violence, Crisis Management, Business Continuity Plan, and other guidelines for US/UK.
- Conduct occasional travel for EHS regulatory compliance audits and evaluations.
- Manage and coordinate internal and external audits, management review meetings, and projects.
- Conduct on-site meetings with the cross-functional team to address employee safety related concerns, issues, and observations.
- Assist in creating policies, procedures, plans, and training on various EHS topics such as PPE, IIPP, FOG, SPCC, lasers, LOTO, PIT, and wildfire smoke.
- Perform regulatory inspections, address non-conformances, and manage data collection, including CERS, biennial waste reports, OSHA logs, and other reporting requirements.
- Manage contracts with vendors, oversee budgets, coordinate emergency response teams, and conduct regular tabletop exercises/drills.
- Develop and maintain Business Continuity Plans, provide training, and coordinate tabletop exercises with cross-functional teams.
Safety Program Evaluation and Development:
- Ensure compliance with safety and environmental requirements, including necessary reporting and creating/maintaining a KPI dashboard.
- Address and resolve safety concerns, establishing and sustaining Lean and OpEx (5S, Kaizen) programs and culture.
- Develop and implement job hazard analysis (JHAs) and applicable EHS Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Provide assistance with the development and update of Woven by Toyota’s Hazardous Materials Business Plan (HMBP) via the California Environmental Reporting System (CERS).
- Review and maintain the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) library.
Training and Emergency Response:
- Develop and manage an effective training program for all employees.
- Coordinate and deploy EHS training programs, including High Voltage (HV) training, fire extinguisher training, ergonomics, EHS orientation, chemical safety, hazard identification and risk assessment.
- Serve as a local point of contact for all emergencies, accidents, and injuries.
Regulatory Compliance and Recordkeeping:
- Conduct regular audit inspections, draft reports to document inspection findings, and drive closure.
- Ensure material safety data sheets are maintained and readily accessible when needed.
- Maintain records of discharges or employee exposure to hazardous waste and/or pollutants, ensuring all County, State, and Federal permits are regularly updated and stored.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- B.S. degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Science, Emergency Response/Management/Preparedness in the transportation sector or adjacent fields.
- 5+ years of experience in a relevant industry with strong expertise in EHS regulations and compliance practices.
- Experience managing general workplace safety programs, including ergonomics, emergency preparedness, and occupational health compliance.
- Proven experience conducting incident investigations and comprehensive risk assessments across diverse environments, including vehicle operations, software development for advanced vehicle systems/ADAS, or other automotive research & development setting.
- Demonstrated ability to assess and improve vehicle/mobility operations processes for safety, including procedures for testing, deployment, and integration with emerging vehicle/mobility technologies.
- Proficient knowledge of hazards and controls related to garages, engineering labs, high-voltage systems, vehicle lifts, and dynamic testing environments.
- Excellent communication skills for clear and effective collaboration with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience working closely with diverse cross-functional teams including engineering, software development, operations, and safety functions.
- Prior certification(s) in RCRA, DOT, CPR, and First Aid.
- Prior experience implementing and managing Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Hazardous Energy Control Point Safety Programs.
NICE TO HAVES
- Certification in safety or compliance management (e.g., CSP, ASP, CEM, CEIM) is a plus.
- Experience supporting vehicle operations with a focus on the safety challenges of advanced vehicle development, including ADAS testing and software integration environments.
- Experience interpreting transportation and workplace safety data, generating insights, and developing performance metrics to track and enhance safety programs.
- Experience addressing EHS-related requirements and ensuring compliance at proving grounds or vehicle test tracks, including oversight of testing protocols, environmental risks, and personnel safety.
WHAT WE OFFER
We are committed to creating a modern work environment that supports our employees and their loved ones. We offer many options of the best programs to allow you to do your most meaningful work and to help you shape the future of mobility.
・Excellent health, wellness, dental and vision coverage
・A rewarding 401k program
・Flexible vacation policy
・Family planning and care benefits
Our Commitment
・We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.
・Any information we receive from you will be used only in the hiring and onboarding process. Please see our privacy notice for more details.
