Safety Manager

About the role

This is a Site Safety Manager that is responsible for the safety and well-being of about 50 employees on one site. We serve a client in a facilities capacity in an industrial atmosphere. You will be part of an awesome team of about 10 safety practitioners that serve this client, but you will be responsible for only Flint Assembly.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of workers through training, education, and daily communication through implementation and interpretation of MIOSHA Regulatory requirements applicable to the scope of work being performed.
• Understand and comply with General Motors - Safety Contract Management programs and protocols
• Maintain/ update/ create as necessary safety management system
• Walk the thin line between management and the front line in a union environment
• Work towards a proactive safety culture rather than a reactive one
• Perform training on regulatory compliance topics including, asbestos, lead-based paint, blood borne pathogens, confined space, energy control, fall protection, and hearing conservation
• Support the development and implementation of additional safety strategies within the scope of work for this client as well as to support business development efforts for other clients
• Manage by walking about (40-60% of your time)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Occupational Safety, Public Health, or relevant field. In lieu of a degree, commensurate experience may be considered to meet this requirement
• Experience related to MIOSHA compliance including field level implementation
• Experience in hospitality or facilities services and/or automotive experience strongly preferred
• Proven leadership skills, strong interpersonal skills, ability to collaborate and build relationships, and ability to lead with and without formal authority
• Demonstrated experience as a self-starter, and ability to take calculated initiative
• Excellent attention to detail, demonstrated time management skills, ability to handle multiple priorities, and project management experience are a must
• Strong oral and written communication skills (including public speaking)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint