Employee, Labor Health and Safety Specialist II

Daimler Truck AG

$78K — $100K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 2 years experience, or associate's degree with 4 years experience, or 6 years related experience in lieu of degree.
  • 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills at various organizational levels.
  • Demonstrated integrity, credibility, and confidentiality in a professional setting.
  • Proficiency in problem-solving analysis tools and conflict resolution techniques.
  • Basic understanding of ergonomic principles is a plus. Safety Certifications (NSC, ASSE, ASCE) are considered exceptional.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Sr. Safety Engineer in developing Safety & Ergonomics programs on the Detroit campus.
  • Conduct plant safety inspections and audits; identify improvements and initiate corrective actions.
  • Collaborate with Training Center staff to create and deliver necessary safety training sessions.
  • Update plant safety policies and ensure compliance with regulations and corporate standards.
  • Maintain safety data charts and records for plant compliance.
  • Evaluate new processes or equipment against safety standards, requiring potential travel.
  • Assist in conducting investigations related to safety incidents and ergonomics evaluations.

Benefits

  • Annual bonus program
  • 401k company match up to 6% and non-elective contribution of 3-7% depending on age
  • Starting at 4 weeks paid vacation and 13+ holidays
  • 8 weeks paid parental leave
  • Comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs
  • Tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off
  • Onsite fitness facilities at some locations
  • Short-term and long-term disability plans
Full Job Description
Inside the Role
Support development and implementation of Safety & Ergonomics programs for the Detroit campus, both on shopfloor and in administrative areas. Assist and support the Sr. Safety Engineer in all aspects of safety.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

Position offers a starting salary range of $78,000 - $100,000 USD

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans.

What You Drive at DTNA
  • Provide technical, administrative, & educational support for plant level safety in regards to policies, programs, practices, and initiatives as outlined.
  • Assist in updating plant policies, programs, and procedures related to employee safety and industrial hygiene and ensure compliance with Daimler and governmental agencies.
  • Conduct plant safety and health inspections and audits. Identify areas for improvement and initiate corrective action.
  • Collaborate with the Training Center staff to develop and conduct trainings on required topics, including but not limited to, New Employee Orientation, new/existing/updated regulatory programs, (ex.: PIT, Crane & Hoists), Hazard Recognition, & the BEST system.
  • Maintain/Develop all daily/weekly plant level safety data charts and retention records.
  • Evaluate and review all new processes or equipment to ensure they meet Daimler Truck and Detroit Diesel safety specifications - this may require travel
  • Assist team members with investigations, including but not limited to, root cause investigations on near misses/injuries, ergonomics job evaluations, and risk assessments.
  • Provide cross functional support for all levels in the organization.
  • Perform other related tasks as assigned by Safety Manager.


Knowledge You Should Bring
  • Bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of related experience OR an associate's degree with 4 years of related experience OR 6 years of related experience required in lieu of degree
  • Must have at least 1-2 years of related experience within a manufacturing/industrial environment
  • Excellent Verbal & Written Communication skills at all levels
  • Demonstrates integrity, credibility, and confidentiality
  • Use of problem solving analysis tools
  • Conflict resolution


Exceptional Candidates Might Have
  • Basic understanding of ergonomic principles
  • Safety Certifications recognized by NSC, ASSE, or ASCE


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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-
Detroit, MI US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:
Onsite

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