ESH Specialist at Continental in Mount Pleasant, IA

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.