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Onsite - This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to our facility in Defiance, Ohio on a full-time basis.
The Role:
Provide Safety leadership and coordination for Defiance GPS operations including manufacturing, projects and initiatives to create, enhance and sustain compliance to regulatory requirements and conformance to GM standards throughout the manufacturing facility. Assure program, process development and implementation and lead Workplace Safety resources. Interface with business leadership, unions, employees as well as external stakeholders to protect GM reputation and drive continuous improvement.
What You'll Do:
Develops valuable strategic direction that drives successful execution of Global Workplace Safety Strategy Deployment at the site level.
Responsible for driving successful execution of the annual GWS action plans at the sites, providing Site GWS Champions with clear direction, education and tools to be effective roadblock busters for their respective functions, requiring local/regional regulatory requirements and GM requirements are understood, implemented, and assessed at site.
Meets with union representatives and works through resolution of issues
Assists or directs the resolution of government safety violations or citations
Additional Job DescriptionYour Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety/ Industrial Hygiene / related discipline or equivalent experience
5 plus years of relevant experience in Environmental, Health, and Safety
Demonstrated skills in facilitation, negotiation, and conflict resolution
Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and project management skills
What will give you a competitive edge (Preferred Qualifications)
Masters degree in Occupational Safety or Industrial Environmental Health
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
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• 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.
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