Job Description

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win.

How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here.

The Regional Manager, Machine Safety Standards provides machine safety and specialist support to all Business Unit locations within their Region, assists the Site TMSS Coordinators and Plants’ Leadership in identifying and managing machine safety and technical improvement projects, training and managing performance-tracking tools (EHS databases), conducting machine safety compliance audits, following the TMSS assessment protocol and assuring accurate and complete reporting of metrics. The incumbent provides support in the investigation of EHS Events within the Region, communication of regulatory requirements, providing necessary support to EHS high risk programs and supporting local EHS site leads in technical aspects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides process support for high-risk programs within the Region including defining the need for training, supporting machine safety assessments and providing expert support in machine safety system design.

• Communicates company directives and regulatory requirements to all the sites in the Region.

• Assists the Site TMSS Coordinator in developing, assessing, and approving proposed technical upgrades in machine safety for compliance with applicable EHS standards, both local and corporate.

• Facilitates process and provides technical and administrative services such as assessments of electrical & hydraulic diagrams, pneumatic systems, guarding and EHS cardinal rules.

• Facilitates regional forums for knowledge transfer and best practices sharing along with general integration of Tenneco EHS Directives.

• Support and advice business units within the region to achieve their machine safety related goals.

• Track timely and accurate reporting mechanisms in support of the different business strategic initiatives designed to produce verifiable world-class performance.

• Provides risk mitigation support to Site EHS Leaders.

• Builds organization capability by providing TMSS/EHS technical training and development of TMSS/EHS professionals to ensure each site within the Region has the appropriate technical and functional competencies.

• Leads the deployment strategy and plan for successful cross-functional implementation of the Tenneco EHS Directives/Documentation requirements within the Region.

• Collaborates with the Global EHS Technical Manager in establishing and promoting corporate directives on Machine Safety.

• Supports the investigation process of incidents (including near misses, releases, and losses) and accidents to determine root causes and support the development of corrective and preventive action plans.

• Assists sites in compliance verifications for new and refurbished equipment.

EDUCATION : 4-year degree (or equivalent by experience) in a technical / electrical / electronic discipline.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• 7+ years of experience with an emphasis on safety program management / maintenance / design.

• Proficient in reading, understanding and designing diagrams in the area of electrical / electronic systems.

• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatic system and PLC programming

• Understanding of latest machine safety legislation within the assigned region

• Must have clear communication and writing skills in English. Proficiency in local languages preferred.

• Strong team‐building skills.

• Strong organizational skills including ability to manage large number of disparate projects and to track project through completion.

• Understanding of manufacturing technologies and processes.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Proven facilitation skills including the ability to influence others.

• Ability to demonstrate managerial courage (e.g., managing varied interests with potential conflicts).

• Ability to lead and support cross‐functional process improvement teams.

• Professional certification preferred (Certified Technician, Master in Machine Design or country equivalent).

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities

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