Employee, Labor Health and Safety Specialist III

Inside the Role

As a contributing member of the DTNA Safety Team, this role plays a key part in establishing and driving a proactive safety culture that aligns with strategic operations and ensures compliance with local, state, federal, and DTNA regulations within Cleveland Truck Manufacturing Plant.
Operating within a complex and dynamic environment, the Employee, Labor Health and Safety Specialist III works to energize and empower site teams, ensuring they are knowledgeable, engaged, and aligned in their pursuit of safety excellence. This role champions continuous improvement, leveraging data, collaboration, and innovation to elevate safety performance across all levels in the organization.
With effective communication and leadership skills, the Employee, Labor Health and Safety Specialist III educates, trains, and guides employees, leaders, and union representatives—always demonstrating Passion, Respect, Integrity, and Discipline in every interaction.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

What You Drive at DTNA

• Be an engaged and influential safety leader driving safety ownership, accountability, and alignment across all levels in the organization

• Provide strategic safety guidance and partnership with site-level management and corporate Safety Team to ensure alignment with organizational goals

• Serve as the subject matter expert in local, state, and federal electrical regulations, safety standards, and /codes, as well as DTNA and Daimler Truck AG safety guidelines

• Communicate effectively with UAW Safety representatives and union committees, including participation in safety-related negotiations and discussions tied to the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)

• Communicate and support onsite medical staff in Safety and Health compliance, injury prevention, trend analysis, and plant health initiatives

• Participate in local and global safety audits, interactions with government agencies, and union negotiations

• Collaborate with other DTNA Safety Teams to benchmark strategies and KPIs that drive continuous improvement and organizational alignment for Mt. Holly Manufacturing Plant

• Manage multiple safety projects while working cross-functionally with key stakeholders to ensure production processes, equipment, and designs meet safety requirements and timelines

• Provide clear and supportive leadership to site-level management, supervisors, and representatives, setting expectations and promoting accountability through transparency and collaboration

• Build relationships within industry safety communities to share knowledge and benchmark best practices for continuous improvement

• Travel required as needed

Knowledge You Should Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety & health, Industrial Safety, Hygiene, or a related field

• Strong working knowledge of OSHA, NOM, CSA, NFPA, NEC, ANSI, and CBA standards and regulations

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a unionized environment, including participation in contract negotiations

• Proven ability to work independently and make critical decisions in complex situations

• Strong leadership, communication, and change management skills

• Experience with systematic approaches to industrial safety, occupational health, safety management and fire prevention

• Demonstrated ability to lead safety programs, manage projects, develop KPIs, and drive continuous improvement

• Solid understanding of occupational health principles and workers’ compensation processes

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

• 5 – 7 years of professional experience in occupational safety & health in a heavy manufacturing environment

• Master’s degree in safety & health, Industrial Safety, or a related discipline

• Working knowledge of Enablon or similar EHS management systems

• Experience supporting safety across multiple locations or regions

• Working knowledge of Enablon or similar EHS management systems

• Experience supporting safety across multiple locations or regions

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Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Cleveland, NC US. Relocation assistance for this position is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria.

Schedule Type:

Onsite

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• Visa sponsorship will only be open to current Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.S. Daimler Truck North America Visa

• All other applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application

• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check

• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen

• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions

• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.