Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Co-Op

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation seeks an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Co-Op to support the implementation and continuous improvement of EHS programs at a fast-paced automotive manufacturing facility. This role helps ensure regulatory compliance, promotes a safe workplace culture, and supports sustainability initiatives.

Responsibilities include safety inspections, incident investigations, recordkeeping, training, waste management, ergonomic evaluations, and collaboration with production, maintenance,

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field with expected graduation 2026/2027.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments in the facility.
• Support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action tracking.
• Maintain EHS records, reports, and regulatory documentation.
• Participate in employee safety training and awareness programs.
• Monitor environmental compliance activities, including waste management and recycling.
• Assist with ergonomic evaluations and workplace hazard identification.
• Support continuous improvement projects focused on safety, environmental performance, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to promote safe work practices.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Independent & teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree candidate in EHS/related fields

Job description

Job Posting Title

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Co-Op

Legal Entity

GKN Driveline North America Inc. (Delaware)

Job Description Summary

The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Co-Op supports the implementation and continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety programs within a fast-paced automotive manufacturing facility. This role assists with ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, promoting a safe workplace culture, and supporting sustainability initiatives.

Job Description:

• Assist with safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments throughout the manufacturing facility.
• Support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action tracking.
• Help maintain EHS records, reports, and regulatory documentation.
• Participate in employee safety training and awareness programs.
• Monitor environmental compliance activities, including waste management and recycling programs.
• Assist with ergonomic evaluations and workplace hazard identification.
• Support continuous improvement projects focused on safety, environmental performance, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to promote safe work practices.

Required Skills and Education

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. Expected graduation December 2026 or Spring 2027.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing environment.

This position provides hands‑on experience in EHS operations while contributing to a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible automotive manufacturing workplace.

About Dauch:

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain‑agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.

Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.