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The Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines under the leading brands Volvo, Renault Trucks, Mack, Eicher, SDLG, Terex Trucks, Prevost, Nova Bus, Volvo Bus and Volvo Penta. We work cross-functionally and globally to exceed our customer’s expectations and reach the world class manufacturing level. We have exciting work in front of us, and more on the horizon! The automotive world is changing rapidly and to be part of this big change is an exciting movement.
Innovations within transport will reshape the cities of tomorrow. Automated driving, electromobility, and connected vehicles will allow quieter, cleaner, and safer mega-cities to grow and prosper. For us in the Volvo Group, technology means having the aspiration to move forward, constantly working together to continuously improve, fostering an environment for creative/innovative thinking and evolutionary; revolutionary problem solving – all to reach our vision!

Who We Are?
Service Market Logistics (SML) is part of Volvo Group Trucks Operations (GTO). We are a global organization of 3,750 employees located in over 47 locations in 30 countries. Every day we deliver world-class operational excellence to our customers by applying smart logistics solutions. Our job is to develop, manage, and optimize the Service Market supply chain (aftermarket parts distribution to dealer network) for all Volvo Group brands and joint ventures.

SML NA has 1,200 employees across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Our distribution network consists of one Central Distribution Center and seven Regional Distribution Centers throughout North America.

Position Description

The Health & Safety Specialist I is responsible for safety implementation in Byhalia, MS. The Byhalia CDC is a million square foot facility located approximately 25 miles southeast of Memphis, TN and employs approximately 650 employees. This position reports to the Health and Safety Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the implementation of the company safety program (policies, training, procedures, inspections/audits, etc.) for assigned areas of responsibility.
• Responsible for the CDC development of facility-specific procedures that prevent losses, ensures compliance, and reduction of any risk exposures.
• Develop, publish, and maintain site Safety Policies & Procedures (PPE, Lock-out/Tag-out, Emergency Response, etc.) that reduce exposure to team members and property.
• Create and deliver training for team members to minimize risk for work-related injuries and positively impact performance.
• Participate in the plant Safety Committee to ensure maximum involvement of committee members and impact of initiatives.
• Investigate safety incidents to determine the cause and identify if the incident could have been or can be prevented in the future. Interview team members to learn about work environments and incidents that lead to accidents or injuries. Evaluate the effectiveness of corrections to remedy incidents/accidents.
• Identify potential hazards by routinely inspecting facilities, machinery, and safety equipment. Make recommendations and provide potential solutions.
• Effectively partner with vendors and agencies to facilitate inspections and audits for continued improvement.
• Participate in review and installment of new machinery and equipment or process modifications to ensure all safety requirements are in place.
• Assist site HS Manager and point of contact for HS issues within area of responsibility. Assist operations management and supervision in understanding applicable regulatory and company standards, directives, guidelines.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.

Education and/or Work Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field or 5 years of equivalent experience
• OSHA 10 and 30 Hour Certified Preferred
• Experience in a Union facility is preferred
• Ability to effectively communicate, empathize, and reason with people in situations that are often sensitive and stressful
• Good knowledge of related regulatory requirements
• Ability to take initiative to identify and anticipate client’s needs and make sound recommendations for implementation
• Comfortable training and educating plant team members and supervisors in safety matters
• Strong organizational skills, perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly, attention to detail
• Proficient in the use of computer and software including Microsoft Office Suite
• Safety certification such as ASP or CSP preferred

Market Logistics offers the opportunity to learn about, and impact, all our North American brands. In addition, we offer:

• Competitive Pay

• Bonus
• 401(k)
• Dental
• Vision
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

The Volvo Group drives prosperity through transport solutions, offering trucks, buses, construction equipment, power solutions for marine and industrial applications, financing and services that increase our customers’ uptime and productivity. Founded in 1927, the Volvo Group is committed to shaping the future landscape of sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions. Countless career opportunities are offered across the group’s leading brands and entities that share a culture of Trust, Passion, High Performance, Change and Customer Success.
www.volvogroup.com/career.

A new era is here. Technologies such as big data, automation and artificial intelligence are changing the way we look at manufacturing and logistics. Volvo Group Trucks Operations is the organization responsible for truck manufacturing and logistics within the Volvo Group and is shaping future industries.

Volvo Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s engines and transmissions as well as the production of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks. The organization is also responsible for spare parts supplies to the Group’s customers and for designing, operating and optimizing logistics and supply chains for all brands. Together, Volvo Group Trucks Operations represents 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global industrial footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, in which continuous improvement is the foundation. Join our teams as well!

131778BR

Group Trucks Operations

Mississippi

Byhalia

Regular

No Travel Required

Health & Safety

31-Jan-2023

Volvo Group North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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