Environmental Health & Safety Specialist

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.
Job Responsibilities:
This position will be part of a new start-up joint venture between LM Manufacturing and Magna Seating. The seating JIT Assembly is located in Detroit, Michigan.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop and Manage EHS Programs:
- Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs in compliance with regulations and best practices.
- Manage safety and environmental training, lead key initiatives (e.g., Joint Health & Safety Committee, ISO 14001), and liaise with regulatory agencies.
- Develop short- and long-term EHS strategies aligning with regulatory requirements and corporate objectives.
- Maintain the Division's ISO 14001 Environmental Management System and manage regulatory permits and pollution prevention efforts.
Ensure Compliance and Safety:
- Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations, address safety concerns, and oversee incident investigations and reporting.
- Conduct industrial hygiene monitoring and manage the Division's Workers Compensation program.
- Track and analyze safety data for continuous improvement and lead incident investigations and corrective action planning.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety and environmental laws/regulations, and drive improvements through audits and behavior-based safety.
Leadership and Team Management:
- Lead, manage, and mentor a team, ensuring team performance and alignment with organizational goals.
- Provide necessary training and ensure compliance with company safety policies.
- Develop and manage the EHS department budget.
- Lead the Joint Health & Safety Committee and Ergonomics program, conduct ergonomic assessments, and respond to reports of injuries and accidents.
- Ensure a safe environment for employees and visitors by maintaining safety and housekeeping standards.
Education/Certification/Licensure:

• Bachelors Degree in Safety, Ergonomics, Industrial Hygiene or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10 Hour OSHA Certification

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) year of safety, ergonomic and environmental experience in a manufacturing environment.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Seating