Specialist, Occupational Health & Safety - US

 

Job Number: 61370 
Group: Magna Corporate  
Division: Magna Services of America (Troy Office) 
Job Type: Permanent/Regular 
Location: TROY 

 

Group Description 

At Magna, we create technology that disrupts the industry and solves big problems for consumers, our customers, and the world around us. We’re the only mobility technology company and supplier with complete expertise across the entire vehicle.

 

We are committed to quality and continuous improvement because our products impact millions of people every day. But we’re more than what we make. We are a group of entrepreneurial-minded people whose collective expertise gives us a competitive advantage. World Class Manufacturing is a journey and it’s our talented people who lead us on this journey.

 

Role Summary

 

About the Role: Implementation and verification of the Magna International Global Occupational Health & Safety Compliance Programs in the United States, conducting audits and inspections, training and providing support to all facilities to assist them with compliance with regulations and internal Health and Safety policies.

 

The Specialist, Occupation Health & Safety - US will have communication with regulators, to assist facilities in the continuous improvement of Health and Safety related practices

Key Responsibilities

 

Your Responsibilities:

• Conduct Health & Safety audits and inspections focusing on recommendations related to compliance issues;
• Develop action plans from all findings of Health & Safety audits and inspections and post through the internal system;
• Provide training to employees, Supervisors and Managers regarding Health and Safety;
• Develop training material for delivery to Magna divisions;
• Track accident information data from facilities for reporting;  
• Provide direction and assistance for the implementation and review of the ergonomic program requirements delivered through head office;
• Follow-up on action plan items and requested corrective actions at least quarterly;
• Maintain organized files as required in both electronic and hard copy format relating to reports;
• Provide communication, including memos on Health and Safety facility related issues;
• Handle quarterly GMR reporting based on current action item status in a timely manner with written notes on key issues;
• Collaborate with the Global Health & Safety Teams with regards to new internal standards and new systems to be implemented;
• Provide periodic reviews of Health & Safety legislation affecting Magna facilities and maintain the Internal Magna Health & Safety Checklist;
• Participate at Magna sponsored Health, Safety & Environmental Conferences.

Key Qualifications/Requirements

 

Who we are looking for: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety or other related program;
• 5+ years progressive experience in the USA for Health and Safety activity in an industrial setting or consulting to industry.
• Sound knowledge of US Health & Safety regulations relevant to the automotive industry;
• Familiarity with OHSAS 18001/ ISO 45001 management systems;
• Positive, pro-active, energetic and professional;
• Detail oriented, self-motivated and works as a team player;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
• Ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime
• Ability to travel on a regular basis (60% - 70%) 

Additional Information

 

Your preferred qualifications:

• Compliance auditing or training experience

 

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.  We believe your career path should be as unique as you are.

 

Site Benefits:

• Comprehenstive medical, dental, and vision plans 
• 401 (k) plan with employer matching 
• An extensive trainign program and exciting internal development opportunities 
• Cafe 
• Parking for motorcycles and electric vehicles 

 

Awareness. Unity. Empowerment.

At Magna, we believe 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, re