ESH Specialist

Continental Industry; Mount Pleasant (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental seeks an Environment, Health, and Safety specialist to support OSHA compliance and EHS programs at our Mount Pleasant, IA site. You will implement health and safety programs, conduct hazard assessments, train staff, and coordinate with corporate safety.

Responsibilities include safety training, regulatory liaison, incident investigation, and continuous improvement of safety culture across operations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Occupational Health and Safety, or Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years in a manufacturing environment supporting Safety, Health and Environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in technical problem solving, continuous improvement or project management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure OSHA compliance and maintain EHS programs.
• Provide day-to-day safety and health program oversight.
• Coordinate industrial hygiene monitoring and health programs.
• Deliver safety training and communicate with corporate safety.
• Facilitate safety meetings and review accident reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety program experience

Problem solving

Project management

Education

AS-level Occupational Health and Safety or Engineering or related

Bachelor's in Occupational Health and Safety

Engineering degree or related field

Tools

ISO 9001 / 14001

Job description

Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

ContiTech is one of the world’s leading industry specialists. The Continental group sector offers its customers connected, environment-friendly, safe and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With about 39,000 employees in more than 40 countries and sales of some 6.4 billion euros (2024), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America.

Job Description

The mission of this position is to support Environment, Safety, and Health (ESH) activities to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and achievement of organizational ESH targets and budget objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance & Regulatory Management

• Ensure compliance with OSHA requirements and local and corporate EHS systems, policies, and practices
• Serve as safety management interface with regulatory agencies and external stakeholders
• Implement and maintain required regulatory health and safety programs including the Injury and Illness Prevention Program, Hazardous Communication Program, Emergency Action Plan, Hearing Conservation Program, and Lockout/Tagout Program
• Translate corporate standards and policies into appropriate site-specific procedures

Safety Oversight & Risk Management

• Provide day-to-day oversight of safety and health programs across all operations
• Identify, assess, and evaluate conditions that could result in accidents, injuries, or financial losses
• Exercise authority to take immediate corrective action when unsafe conditions are identified, including the authority to stop work operations when necessary
• Conduct hazard assessments through inspections, self-assessment audits, and safety walks; provide recommendations for corrective and preventive measures

Program Development & Facilitation

• Support the Safety Point Role and facilitate safety compliance at the team level
• Coordinate industrial hygiene monitoring and health programs
• Support the Safety Recognition Program to promote positive safety culture
• Facilitate regular meetings to review accident reports, safety concerns, and safety improvement projects

Training & Communication

• Deliver new hire safety training and ongoing safety education programs
• Provide routine interface and communication with the corporate safety department
• Ensure effective dissemination of safety information and best practices across the organization

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other ESH-related tasks as assigned

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE:

• Associate degree in Occupational Health and Safety, or Engineering or related or 4 years of manufacturing environment supporting Safety, Health and Environment in lieu of a degree
• 2+ years in a manufacturing environment supporting Safety, Health and Environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong experience in technical problem solving, continuous improvement and/or project management.

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job posting.

Additional Ways To Stand Out

• Bachelor's in Occupational Health and Safety, or Engineering or related
• Experience with ISO 9001 or 14001
• Cross-functional experience e.g. in engineering, operations or CBS
• Experience in working with international teams on Safety topics and understanding foreign cultures

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.