Environmental Health and Safety Specialist I

Daimler Truck AG•Kentwood, MI

6d•$65,000 - $83,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety & Environmental Coordinator supports plant-level EHS operations within a DTNA–Bosch joint venture facility, with emphasis on compliance, training administration, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement. This salaried, entry-level role operates within a UAW collective bargaining agreement; success depends as much on building trust with union partners and hourly associates as it does on technical EHS competency.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in EHS, Occupational Health, Environmental Science, or related field or Associate’s degree in EHS, Occupational Health, Environmental Science, or related field and 2 years of demonstrated EHS experience in a manufacturing or distribution center environment or 4 years of demonstrated EHS experience in a manufacturing or distribution center environment.
Foundational knowledge of OSHA General Industry standards and EPA/environmental compliance requirements
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn EHS management systems and training databases
Strong oral and written communication skills, credible with hourly associates, union representatives, and plant management
Strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple compliance deadlines; ability to collaborate across organizational boundaries
Ability to walk/stand on concrete for multiple hours, lift up to 30 lbs, and work in an active manufacturing environment; ability to work overtime when needed

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30-Hour General Industry certification and/or HAZWOPER training
Familiarity with ISO 14001 or ISO 45001 management system frameworks
Previous EHS experience in a manufacturing environment, particularly in a UAW-represented facility
Associate Safety Professional (ASP) designation or active pursuit; bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Responsibilities

Maintain and update Safety & Environmental documentation for EPA, OSHA, and state regulatory agencies; support Tier II and other annual reporting obligations
Provide administrative support for the (M)SDS portal, compliance tracking systems, and environmental permit documentation; maintain OSHA 300/300A logs
Support ISO 14001 environmental management system activities, compliance audits, and corrective action tracking
Support incident and near-miss investigations: document findings, assist with root cause analysis, track corrective actions, and assist with emergency response planning and drills
Implement Safety & Environmental program updates based on regulatory changes; lead and support environmental CI activities
Schedule and coordinate safety/environmental training; track attendance and completion in training database/matrix; support EHS onboarding for new employees
Develop and update RA, JHAs, JESs, and Work Station Instructions in collaboration with a cross functional team including supervisors and hourly associates
Actively participate in the joint UAW–Management Health & Safety Meetings: scheduling, agenda preparation, and documentation
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with UAW stewards, and hourly associates; coordinate joint safety walk-throughs and hazard identification activities
Support safety initiatives consistent with the CBA, understand and respect the boundary between salaried coordination and bargaining unit work
Serve as a day-to-day safety resource for hourly associates, escalating appropriately; communicate EHS updates to the workforce in collaboration with union representatives
Use computer systems to access EHS data, drawings, bills of materials, and specification sheets; perform assigned tasks within deadlines; other duties as assigned

Benefits

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
15 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