Health, Safety, and Environmental Professional (Associate Professional / Supervisor)

Agriculture, Energy & Environment · Environmental Services · Sustainability Consulting

In short

Volvo Car seeks a Health & Safety Specialist-Ergonomics in Ridgeville, SC. This role will manage EHS activities, promote a zero-incident culture, conduct risk assessments, and develop safety programs. A Bachelor's degree and 3-7 years of experience are required, with certifications like CIH or CSP being a plus.

Responsibilities

Administer site activities to achieve EHS goals and objectives.
Drive and promote zero incident culture and employee engagement.
Manage and report data such as injuries, illnesses, environmental metrics, and risk assessments.
Analyze safety data to lead and coordinate safety efforts for continual improvement.
Complete audits of office and production areas to detect risks and hazards.
Ensure recommended corrective or preventative measures are completed in a timely manner.
Implement applicable EHS policies and procedures in compliance with regulations.
Participate on corporate teams to assist in the development of safety policies and procedures.
Drive incident and near miss reporting and perform root cause analysis.
Evaluate non-standard tasks to uncover risks and identify corrective actions.
Coach/mentor employees on safe work practices, hazard identification and risk management.
Complete risk assessments and recommend control measures.
Participate with emergency response team to ensure appropriate training.
Participate in onboarding of new employees and provide safety training.
Perform ergonomic assessments and train employees on proper body mechanics.
Conduct on-site ergonomic evaluations in various work environments.
Create and implement programs to assist employees in avoiding repetitive stress and other injuries.
Collaborate with supervisors and managers to offer practical suggestions to enhance safety and productivity.
Provide training on proper body positioning, movement standards, and injury prevention techniques.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Sciences/Engineering, Occupational Safety, or equivalent OR two-year technical degree and field or operations experience.
3-7 years of experience with an emphasis in health and safety management or experience in a technical environment requiring adherence to strong health and safety practices.
Strong ability to lead, motivate, engage and influence others.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Good computer skills in MS Office, particularly Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Ability to take innovative approaches to improve processes and solve problems.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to articulate complex issues.
Ability to communicate and train employees at all levels on safety practices and procedures.
Ability to utilize a PC to communicate, track trends and retrieve relevant information.
Must be a self-starter and inspire employees.

Desired Qualifications

One or more safety-related professional certifications desired (i.e. CIH or CSP).
Lean Manufacturing experience is preferred.

Benefits

Comprehensive range of benefits including competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.
Tax-advantaged savings accounts.
Wellness program with discounts and gifts.
Voluntary benefits.
Robust retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
The Family Bond by Volvo Cars: global paid parental leave policy.
Volvo Employee Lease Program (VELP) offering discounted rates on new Volvo vehicles.
Benefits extend beyond the workplace to enhance your life and support your family.

Skills

MS OfficeOutlookExcelWordLean Manufacturing

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Everything we do starts with people. Our purpose is to provide freedom to move, in a personal, sustainable and safe way. We are committed to simplifying our customers’ lives by offering better technology solutions that improve their impact on the world and bringing the most advanced mobility innovations to protect them, their loved ones and the people around them. Volvo Cars’ continued success is the result of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment. The people of Volvo Cars are committed to making a difference in our world. Today, we are one of the most well-known and…

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