HSE Specialist (m/f/d)

Nordex Group • West Branch, IA

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About The Position

The HSE Specialist supports Nordex’s mission to develop and deliver clean power plants by implementing health, safety, occupational health, and environmental programs at a specific location. Working with the HSE Team and collaborating with Production, Industrial Engineering, Quality, and other departments, the role helps prevent workplace injuries and illnesses and environmental accidents, supports compliance with internal and external requirements, and monitors preventive and corrective actions. The position reports to the HSE Manager or Plant Manager.

The HSE Specialist supports plant management in developing and maintaining Industrial Safety and Industrial Hygiene programs aligned with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001. The role also leads the Safety Committee, provides employee training and coaching, conducts audits and inspections, supports incident investigations and emergency planning, and drives continuous improvement in HSE performance. The position requires flexibility to meet operational needs, the ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds as needed, and driving as an essential job function.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 2 years of HSE experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to complete OSHA 30.
• Strong HSE engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to train and coach manufacturing employees.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Strong work ethic and dedication to completing tasks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, including team-building skills in a rapidly growing environment.
• Ability to positively influence the team when necessary.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to work a flexible and changing schedule as required to meet operational needs.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds as needed.
• A full, valid driver's license and ability to be insured under the company auto insurance policy; continued insurability is subject to periodic driver abstract checks.
• Fluent English speaking and comprehension skills to communicate safety and job-related information, follow instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members.
• Commitment to maintaining and promoting safety standards, complying with safety regulations and company policies, and proactively identifying and mitigating hazards.
• Proper use of applicable safety equipment, including eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats; loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.

Nice To Haves

• Technical degree, HSE degree, or other university qualifications.
• OSHA or other relevant certification.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local HSE regulations.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP.
• Bilingual English and Spanish skills.
• Understanding of ISO 9000:2000 Quality System.

Responsibilities

• Lead and monitor implementation of health, safety, occupational health, and environmental programs at the assigned location.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external HSE requirements and identify local site improvement opportunities.
• Execute and develop environmental and occupational health and safety training plans with P&C; deliver HSE training to employees.
• Participate in HSE continuous-improvement projects and track proposed initiatives through timely execution.
• Analyze HSE incidents, investigate incidents and accidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions with internal stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with community groups, environmental organizations, and other stakeholders affected by the organization's environmental performance.
• Provide expert advice and support to plant management to attain safe operating conditions and meet legal requirements.
• Support the HSE Manager and Plant Manager in developing, implementing, and maintaining Industrial Safety and Industrial Hygiene programs aligned with ISO 45001 and ISO 14001.
• Lead and coordinate the Safety Committee to encourage engagement and continuous improvement.
• Identify and address unsafe plant conditions and coach leaders and employees on corrective and preventive actions.
• Support development, maintenance, and compliance of the Plant Safety Plan.
• Monitor and support implementation of HSE alerts, notices, and best practices across site operations.
• Conduct regular safety and environmental audits and inspections, identify hazards, assess risks, and recommend improvements.
• Participate in developing, implementing, and testing emergency response plans and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with applicable regional and local HSE regulations, including customer-specific guidelines.
• Use applicable safety equipment and communicate with team members and management to maintain a safe working environment.

Benefits

• Three weeks (120 hours) of accrued paid time off.
• Medical and pharmacy insurance with multiple options.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Student debt repayment.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Parental leave.
• Calm subscription.
• Gym membership reimbursement.
• Accident insurance.
• Legal plans.
• Pet insurance.
• Auto and home insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED