Division EHSS Manager - Central

Company Overview

Bridgestone Retail Operations (BSRO) is part of Bridgestone Americas and employs over 22,000 teammates in North America. BSRO operates more than 2,200 company-owned stores, including Firestone Complete Auto Care, Tires Plus and Wheel Works locations. With locations across North America and more than $3 billion in tire and auto service sales, Bridgestone Retail Operations is the right place to build a career.

Whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality.” We start by offering each teammate more than just competitive pay. We provide formal training, performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, competitive healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build towards your future.
 

We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole self to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you’re made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need. 

Essential Job Functions

• Administer comprehensive regulatory and company compliance programs through leadership, teammate involvement, worksite analysis, field leader coaching, and training.

• Drive the implementation of EHSS strategies and initiatives in a way that builds a division-wide culture of compliance and performance.

• Manage the day-to-day operation of the division’s EHSS function.

• Providing onsite coaching of store and field leaders through structured store visits.

• Guide on regulatory matters (OSHA, EPA, Fire Marshal, etc.) and oversee government compliance interactions.

• Support field operations in incident investigations and complete all required internal reporting (Serious Injury/Fire Notice, etc.)

• Work with division and region leadership to identify and improve upon EHSS compliance and culture, utilizing leading and lagging indicators.

• Maintain an efficient process for identifying, reporting, investigating, tracking, and analyzing incidents, ensuring appropriate countermeasures are implemented and lessons learned are communicated.

• Attend business meetings to provide relevant information and updates to ensure EHSS is embedded into the operational processes.

• Daily interface with other departments and field operations regarding EHSS matters

Essential Knowledge and Skills

• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to influence others and collaborate openly and consultatively.

• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced, changing environment, demonstrating initiative and self-motivation.

• Strong business acumen with the ability to understand the application of legal and regulatory requirements in the complexities of a large organization.

• Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to be precise and direct in communicating with diverse groups.

• Thorough understanding of OSHA recordkeeping and reporting requirements.

• Work Environment and Time Requirements: This is a remote position located within the Central Division of the company and requires approximately 25% travel, with a goal of visiting 24 Areas per year within your division. The work environment will include a combination of automotive shop and office settings.

• Preferred Educational or Work Experience:  BS degree in Safety or Engineering/Science (Chemical, Civil, Environmental) plus 2 years of environmental, safety, and health experience or 4 years of automotive experience in a management position.

• Bachelor's degree; 6 y+ years of relevant experience including 3-5 years management or direct/indirect leadership experience Or Master's degree; 4+ years of relevant experience including 2-4 years management or direct/indirect leadership experience

What we offer

At Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you:

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
• The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility

If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.