Safety Representative

General Motors • Spring Hill, TN

287d

About The Position

The Workplace Safety Group - Safety Operations is to interface regularly and directly with the plant launch team on site, the local joint safety team, all the Central Manufacturing Engineering and Construction teams /Contractors installing new plant machinery and processes equipment. May require working some off shift hours, as needed. Participate in equipment buyoffs at OEM build sites as required. Ensure contractors are adhering to General Motors Safety practices while on the premises. This safety professional is also responsible for providing Workplace Safety technical and regulatory advice, instructing, and coaching to site/functional operations. In addition, they are responsible for assisting Site Leadership with implementation, maintenance, and compliance with all GM Workplace Safety and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree is required.
• 2 years of experience in the Environmental, Health, and Safety field.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in both written and verbal communication.
• Ability to analyze situations and develop appropriate safety measures.
• Available to work alternative shift schedules, including weekends & holidays.
• Ability to work 11:00 am to 7:30 pm.

Nice To Haves

• BA/BS degree in safety or related field or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree may be considered.
• Experience in OSHA Log Case Management.

Responsibilities

• Providing Workplace Safety technical and regulatory advice, mentoring, and coaching to site/functional operations.
• Analyzing Workplace Safety data and communicating results and trends along with continuous improvement opportunities.
• Assessing site Workplace Safety performance and conformance to requirements.
• Managing the site as Subject Matter Expert on Workplace Safety requirements.
• Assisting with incident investigation and corrective action development.
• Researching and providing technical information or direction to engineering support groups.
• Periodic monitoring and evaluation of safe work of contractors working on site.
• Summarizing critical issues and escalating to leadership when required for support.
• Flexible work schedule for inspections, especially during non-production down times.
• Working in partnership with the local site leadership to support Workplace Safety culture.
• Working alongside joint safety team to maintain the Workplace Safety System and achieve site goals.

Benefits

• Paid time off including vacation days, holidays, and parental leave for mothers, fathers and adoptive parents.
• Healthcare (including a triple tax advantaged health savings account and wellness incentive), dental, vision and life insurance plans to cover you and your family.
• Company and matching contributions to 401K savings plan to help you save for retirement.
• Global recognition program for peers and leaders to recognize and be recognized for results and behaviors that reflect our company values.
• Tuition assistance and student loan refinancing.
• Discount on GM vehicles for you, your family and friends.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Associate degree