EHS Specialist

Magna International•Lancaster, OH

About The Position

What we offer: At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are. Group Summary: Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.

Requirements

Degree in Health & Safety and/or Environmental Studies or Ergonomic related field or equivalent work experience.
Five (5) years experience in the above disciplines in the automotive or related manufacturing industry.
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office.
Ability to create spreadsheets, and enter into, and understand, complex spreadsheets and advanced Excel functions.
Must be detail oriented and particularly attentive to producing accurate work.
Understanding plant operations and process flow as related to Health, Safety, Ergonomic and Environmental requirements.
Ability to work well in a fast paced environment and with a variable workload
Strong organizational, planning, written, and verbal communication skills
Demonstrate a maturity of judgement, leadership skills, attention to detail and exceptional organizational, listening, communication and presentation skills in all aspects of the job function.
Excellent math skills with the ability to apply to cost and analyze data.
Ability to work flexible hours in a fast-paced environment in order to meet customer requirements
Must be able to interact effectively with other team members
Able to appreciate and maintain proper level of confidentiality, using discretion and tact.

Responsibilities

Institute, train, coordinate, and structure Emergency Response Program
Ensure Emergency Response program drills are completed annually
Implement Forklift “Train-the-Trainer” program, ensure required departments have adequate trainers to train, and maintain materials of training for audit purposes.
Maintains and confirms LOTO training documents are in order. Delivers LOTO overview from the Safety side.
Develop, implement, and maintain HS&E programs policies and standards used to reduce the frequency and severity of workplace injuries, illness, disease, and adverse environmental conditions
Ensures there are sufficient Certified First Aid personnel on each shift, coordinates training, and maintains records
Present safety orientation to new employees. Ensure “One Point” lessons are added for orientation review.
Responsible for the maintenance of OSHA requirements including employee training and maintenance of the SDS system
Leads Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) with the resolution of concerns, update lost time statistics
Facilitate timely return to work from BWC absences. Liaison with employee, HR and supervisor.
Provide direction for occupational hygiene concerns and hazardous material management (S.D.S) and ensure requirements are followed
Maintain all Physical Demands analysis and hazard assessments as required by Magna Safety audit requirements
Maintain all ergonomic assessment information and work with the Manufacturing department to ensure ergonomic assessments and action items are in place
Conducts HS&E training and awareness meetings and co-ordinates training from outside sources
Address all employee concerns and inquiries to ensure fair and equitable treatment of employees is practiced in all interactions and dealings
Maintains Health & Safety bulletin which includes posting of First Aid and CPR certificate holders (with photographs) for the purpose of identification by plant personnel
Maintain all safety related filing; document and maintain safety related action plans document accurate statistics on frequency, severity, lost time, Work Instructions, LTD data for KPI Meetings.
Maintain required HSE internal database for safety and energy needs.
Record and maintain JHSC minutes of all meetings
Purchase safety supplies by working with MRO
Ensure PPE vending machines are stocked properly per work areas with PPE. Works directly with Vendor and MRO to ensure process and products are available and completed.
Provide documentation and accountability in support of investigative findings and conclusions.
Participates and collaborates in audits and follows-up with corrective actions.
Assists in coordinating of health, safety, ergonomic and environmental training of personnel as it pertains to their position.
Champions the Joint Health, Safety, Ergonomic & Environmental Committee; and makes recommendations as required.
Assists with the development and maintenance of the divisions’ health, safety, ergonomic and environmental policies/procedures and ensures communication of same through various means of communication i.e. Employee meetings, brochures, memo notices, electronic methods, etc.
Participates in the investigation of accidents/incidents and follows up with the applicable leader to ensure completion of recommendations.
Cooperates in the preparation of material/evidence for use in hearings and insurance investigations.
Analysis of health, safety, ergonomic and environmental statistics and makes recommendations as required.
Promotes/recommends continuous improvement suggestions including environment, people, processes and equipment/machinery.
Complies with relevant Quality and Environmental programs (e.g. TS16949, ISO14001).
Complies with all Health and Safety programs in accordance with OSHA.
Follows and ensures Company procedures regarding safety rules and regulations are followed.