Technical Safety Specialist

Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft; Woodruff (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company matching

Life insurance

Company vehicle program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

BMW Manufacturing is seeking a technical safety specialist to lead risk identification, analysis, and safety improvements across designated technology areas.

You will drive safety programs, conduct root cause analyses, and coordinate audits in line with OSHA standards. Located in Upstate South Carolina, this role offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within a premier automotive manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree or equivalent with safety/ergonomics focus.
• 5+ years in Industrial Safety, Ergonomics, or Industrial Hygiene.
• 3+ years in project management (preferred).
• 3+ years automotive/manufacturing experience (preferred).
• Professional safety certifications (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead department safety strategies, programs, and communications.
• Steer department safety leadership for launch and series production.
• Own data analysis for safety problem solving and root-cause research.
• Coordinate audits and compliance with ISO 45001 and OSHA standards.
• Train Safety Associates and conduct safety classes.

Skills

Industrial Safety

Ergonomics

Industrial Hygiene

OSHA Standards

Project Management

Automotive Manufacturing

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Auditing

Education

BS in Occupational Safety, Industrial Health, Ergonomics or Engineering

AS in Occupational Safety, Industrial Health, or Ergonomics

Equivalent 4 years professional safety experience

Tools

MS Office

SharePoint

ERP systems

Job description

• Serves as the technical safety specialist for the designated technology in risk identification, avoidance, analysis, planning, problem solving, and implementation of safety improvements.
• Steers department safety and provides technical expertise on launch and series involvement, and analytics/problem solving.
• Leads data analysis for problem-solving activities for safety topics.
• Ensures effective root cause and counter measures are identified for OSHA recordables.
• Develops and implements department safety strategies, programs, communication, and safety inputs for the annual business plan.
• Maintains knowledge and recommends changes to processes and equipment based on US and BMW safety and occupational health standards, policies, procedures, and practices to eliminate and control potential hazards.
• Serves as the department subject matter expert for compliance, incident investigation, statistical analysis, and other departmental safety inquiries.
• Supports IHS, EIP (Early Intervention Program), and Workers Compensation in needed investigations, claim closures, and legal support Oversees and manages industrial hygiene program and sampling operation in the assigned technology.
• Leads and is accountable for applicable ergonomics studies and assessment of Associate risk for new products, series production, change management, and process/procedure changes.
• Trains department Safety Associates and leads orientation and safety classes (e.g. lock-out training, orange tag training, ergonomics training).
• Leads, manages, and identifies projects to ensure sustainable target achievement and reports project status and system performance to management.
• Develops safety and ergonomics trainings and communication, as required.
• Assesses risk of new technology, automation, process modifications, and machine systems (e.g. robotics, PLCs, safety controllers, laser apps).
• Recommends and steers engineering safety controls for new and series processes.
• Analyzes the existence, severity, probability, and outcome of safety hazards in jobs, processes, products, or other systems.
• Coordinates safety into bid packages, product development, new product launch, and new equipment installation.
• Collaborates with line builders, planners, and department specialists in the review of drawings, schematics, 3D renderings, and virtual process builds.
• Coordinates internal and external audits involving ISO 45001 (Safety Management System).
• Performs equipment buy off procedures for new processes, equipment installation, and change management process.
• Understands and models VPS (Value Added Production System) Principles and concepts of Standard Work and Problem Solving.
• Adheres to 5S and Safety Standards and Principles.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• BS degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Health, Ergonomics or Engineering; OR AS degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Health, or Ergonomics AND 2 years of professional experience in Safety, Industrial Health, Ergonomics, Industrial Engineering, or related field; OR The equivalent of 4 years of professional experience in Safety, Industrial Health, Ergonomics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in Industrial Safety, Ergonomics, or Industrial Hygiene.
• 3+ years of professional experience in project management (preferred).
• 3+ years of professional automotive/manufacturing experience (preferred).
• ASP- Associate Safety Professional, OR GSP-Graduation Safety Professional, OR SMS- Safety Management Specialist, OR OSHA Safety & Health Fundamentals Certificate. Certified Professional Ergonomist (preferred) Certified Safety Professional (preferred) Certified Industrial Hygienist (preferred)
• 5+ years of MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Access).5+ years of professional communication skills (verbal, written,
  presentation).
• 5+ years of knowledge in OSHA general industry standards.
• 5+ years of knowledge of anthropometric data use.
• 3+ years of skills in managing industrial hygiene topics.
• 2+ years of knowledge in performing ergonomics force measurements.
• 1+ years of knowledge of controls, safety devices, and systems.
• Basic ability to train groups effectively.
• Basic knowledge of ergonomic analysis, best practice, and principle

BMW Manufacturing is proud to be located in Upstate, South Carolina at the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, providing the perfect mix of exciting city life and the great outdoors, or simply a great environment in which to raise a family.

In addition to offering a stimulating work environment and a great place to live, BMW Associates have access to an exceptional range of benefits. Our comprehensive benefits program includes: - Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision coverage

• - Paid time off
• - 401(k) plan with company matching contribution
• - Retirement Income Account
• - Life insurance
• - BMW Associates Assistance Program
• - Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• - Company vehicle program.

BMW Manufacturing Company is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW MC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.