Safety Engineer at Magna International in Nashville, IL

Summary: Magna International is a global leader in automotive technology and innovation, particularly in vehicle exteriors. They are seeking a Safety Engineer to maintain safety regulations, provide guidance on safety issues, and ensure compliance with safety training and audits. Responsibilities: - Maintains in-depth knowledge of safety regulations - Provides expertise and guidance on safety and health issues - Ensures all required safety training needs are identified and satisfied - Serves as Nascote's representative for all OSHA and Magna Safety reporting - Assists in investigating and monitoring accident reports - Reviews and approves all Safety Change review forms - Performs safety and health audits (ergonomics, conditions, safety equipment) - Approves engineering changes that result in changes in processes to ensure proper safety and ergonomics - Facilitates Nascote's safety 8D program - Prepares and maintains safety procedures - Tracks accident data and produces trend charts for management presentation - Coordinates safety incentive program - Attends and reports to the Central Safety Committee - Actively participates on plant emergency response teams - Maintains strict confidentiality in all employee related matters and information - Maintains an acceptable attendance record - Purchases or recommends the purchase of safety related equipment or supplies - Acts as contact person with loss prevention representative - Writes articles to promote safety program - Maintains a clean and safe work area - Submits cost reduction and Innovation ideas - Performs other tasks as assigned Required Qualifications: - One year continuous work experience (required) - Must have excellent problem solving skills - Must have good computer skills - Must work well with others - Must have good communication skills – both verbal and written - Must have good math skills - Must be able to interpret OSHA and other safety regulations and have knowledge of accident prevention techniques - B.S. degree (required) Preferred Qualifications: - 3 Years experience in a manufacturing environment with related duties (preferred) - B.S. degree in Safety, Environmental, or Engineering related field (preferred) - In special circumstances, candidates who have not met the required education, but have substantial manufacturing work experience that is applicable to the job may be considered Required Skills: Safety regulations knowledge, Accident prevention techniques, Safety audits Important Skills: B.S. degree Nice-to-Have Skills: Computer skills, Math skills, Problem solving, Communication skills, Teamwork