Senior EHS Specialist

The Specialists purpose is to ensure that safe operating procedures, a healthy work environment, and good housekeeping are established and maintained according to OSHA guidelines and BorgWarner Corporate expectations. This involves guaranteeing that the Department of Labor, Code of Federal Regulations, and BorgWarner Corporate Requirements are communicated and enforced throughout the facility. The Specialist assists in coordinating the activities and training of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) for the facility. This individual promotes high standards of safety and health, which stress the importance of preventing accidents and illnesses. They are responsible for organizing a Safety Committee and promoting a Safety Culture where Safety is everyone's responsibility. They ensure that issues identified are accurately defined and resolved in a timely manner and ensures employees, visitors, and contractors (including subcontractors), at BorgWarner, adhere safety rules, practices, and expectations.

About us

BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work, and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.

Our Culture

We believe health and safety of our employees are a top priority, we care about our local communities and the global environment. BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration.

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Job purpose

The Specialists purpose is to ensure that safe operating procedures, a healthy work environment, and good housekeeping are established and maintained according to OSHA guidelines and BorgWarner Corporate expectations. This involves guaranteeing that the Department of Labor, Code of Federal Regulations, and BorgWarner Corporate Requirements are communicated and enforced throughout the facility. The Specialist assists in coordinating the activities and training of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) for the facility. This individual promotes high standards of safety and health, which stress the importance of preventing accidents and illnesses. They are responsible for organizing a Safety Committee and promoting a Safety Culture where Safety is everyone's responsibility. They ensure that issues identified are accurately defined and resolved in a timely manner and ensures employees, visitors, and contractors (including subcontractors), at BorgWarner, adhere safety rules, practices, and expectations.

Key responsibilities

• Act as key team member in the creating and implementation of Safety and Environmental Management Systems aligned with BorgWarner Corporate expectations for the plant in Hazel Park / Warren, MI.
• Works with the Plant Leadership and staff to implement BorgWarner safety strategies to reduce incidents at the plant. Keeps and reports results of efforts at the monthly management review and staff meetings.
• Responsible for oversight of safety programs and policy for Battery Systems.
• Provides advice and guidance to 1st line supervisors on behavioral safety strategies.
• Maintain employee safety acumen through training programs (incident investigation training, ERT training, etc.)
• Ensure that monthly departmental safety inspections and audits are conducted to monitor if proper safety measures are being utilized.
• Ensure that new and modified equipment safety signoffs (risk assessments) are comprehensive and complete.
• Utilizes safety management software to report injuries, keep training records, and compliance records.
• Ensure that all operations are conducted within OSHA guidelines.
• Responsible for creating, implementing, and maintain safety policies and programs. Act as leader in the development of new product-specific safety policies.
• Actively participate and lead safety related investigations, teams and activities.
• Maintains fire protection systems and trains plant emergency personnel in firefighting and emergency response procedures to reduce potential business interruption.
• Schedules required drills (emergency evacuation, severe weather, etc.), industrial hygiene testing, etc., ensuring compliance to all regulations.
• Manage Worker's Compensation cases, First Aid cases, OSHA recordable injuries, and lost workdays, working to reduce occurrence and minimize disruption to operations.
• Works closely with plant engineering on risk assessments and improvement actions.
• Applies for training grants where applicable.
• Manages safety supplies and outside inspections cooperatively with the purchasing department.
• Reviews all chemical approvals for appropriate use, and employee protective measures, and coordinates pulmonary / fit testing for respirators.
• Ensures that medical assistance is available on all shifts through the Emergency Response Team (ERT).

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental, Health, and Safety or closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with safety, fire systems, emergency response, and industrial hygiene.
• Self-starter who works well with and without supervisory direction.
• Confident in decision-making without establish precedent.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience in technical and awareness level training program development and delivery preferred.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• Ability to act as an agent of change. Effective in enabling and driving change.
• Ability to communicate with clarity, impact, and passion with all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage and track multiple projects to completion.
• Understanding of manufacturing technologies and processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals, Ability to write routing reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees of the organization.
• Ability to work with web-based training and information systems.
• Understanding of principles in electrical safety, fire safety, equipment safety, and ergonomics.
• Must have a knowledge of OSHA regulations applicable to the BorgWarner safety management system.
• Must be able to complete and maintain certification to ISO Standards (14001, 45001, 50001).

What we believe

• Inclusion-We value diversity in people, ideas, and experiences.
• Integrity- We believe in transparency, authenticity, and depend on each other to deliver what we promise.
• Excellence- We contribute to our developments by seeking knowledge and sharing information.
• Responsibility- We care about our local communities and the global environment.
• Collaboration- We are one BorgWarner.

Safety

This position will adhere to Global Star Safety Program, including safety rules, practices and training as outlined in the BorgWarner PTC Safety Policy Manual, which includes the use of equipment, protective devices, or clothing that the employer requires. This individual will work in manners that stress the importance of preventing accidents and illnesses. He/she must take every precaution reasonable in the given circumstance for the protection of themselves and coworkers. In addition, he/she is responsible for reporting all injuries and/or possible dangerous situations, incidents, or occurrences to the immediate supervisor.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa Sponsorship

BorgWarner does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors

Please note that BorgWarner and any of its affiliated companies does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to BorgWarner will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before the unsolicited resume or offer is received.

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