Labor Health and Safety Specialist

Daimler Truck North America

. Partner with site leadership, operational teams, union representatives, and the Corporate Safety Team to support safety initiatives and achieve site safety objectives .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeFort Mill • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $104,000 - $133,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in occupational safety management, risk assessment methodologies, and regulatory compliance within manufacturing and construction environments. Proven ability to lead safety initiatives, analyze performance metrics, and foster a proactive safety culture through effective collaboration and communication.

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Occupational Safety ProgramsRisk Assessment MethodologiesOSHA RegulationsSafety Management SystemsEHS Management Systems

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Hard Skills

Safety Data AnalysisIncident Investigation ProcessesContinuous Improvement PrinciplesProject ManagementSafety Performance Metrics

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCollaboration SkillsRelationship-Building SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsDecision-Making Skills

Tools & Technologies

EnablonDigital TechnologiesSafety Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

ASPCSPCHSTCAPM

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingConstructionIndustrial HygieneEnvironmental HealthUnionized Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with site leadership, operational teams, union representatives, and the Corporate Safety Team to support safety initiatives and achieve site safety objectives
Build employee trust through visible and consistent safety support while reducing the human, operational, and financial impact of workplace injuries
Serve as the dedicated safety resource for greenfield manufacturing development projects, integrating safety requirements throughout facility design, construction, equipment installation, commissioning, and operational readiness
Partner with project managers, engineering teams, contractors, and operations leaders to identify risks, implement controls, and support safe project milestone execution
Lead and support project safety activities including risk assessments, design reviews, contractor safety management, pre-startup safety reviews, and operational readiness evaluations
Coordinate safety requirements for capital projects, facility modifications, and equipment installations to ensure regulatory and company standards compliance
Participate in facility and equipment design reviews to identify hazards and support safe planning principles
Support construction, installation, and commissioning through field presence, risk identification, issue resolution, and stakeholder collaboration
Facilitate incident investigations, risk assessments, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives
Partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, medical staff, and union representatives to improve safety performance and employee engagement
Support implementation and sustainability of safety management systems, Life Critical Risk programs, and site-specific safety initiatives
Analyze safety performance metrics, leading indicators, and trends to identify improvement opportunities and support data-driven decisions
Participate in regulatory inspections, internal audits, and corporate assessments while supporting corrective action development and closure
Collaborate with DTNA safety professionals to share best practices, benchmark performance, and support organizational continuous improvement
Build relationships with employees, leaders, contractors, and union partners to promote a proactive and inclusive safety culture

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Environmental Health, Occupational Health, or a related field
5+ years of experience supporting occupational safety programs within manufacturing, industrial, construction, engineering, or operational environments
Strong working knowledge of OSHA, NOM, CSA, NFPA, NEC, ANSI, and applicable safety regulations, standards, and best practices
Experience supporting safety activities for capital projects, facility construction, equipment installations, process improvements, or operational readiness initiatives
Working knowledge of risk assessment methodologies, incident investigation processes, safety management systems, and continuous improvement principles
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, solve complex problems, and make sound decisions in a dynamic environment
Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills with the ability to effectively engage employees, leaders, contractors, and union representatives
Experience utilizing safety data, metrics, and trend analysis to identify risks and support performance improvement efforts
Understanding of occupational health principles, injury management processes, and employee health programs
Master’s degree in Safety, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field (exceptional candidates might have)
Experience working within a unionized manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of Enablon or similar EHS management systems
Experience supporting multi-site operations, large projects, or cross-functional initiatives preferred
ASP, CSP, CHST, CAPM, or other relevant safety or project management certifications
Experience supporting manufacturing start-ups, greenfield projects, facility construction, or major operational expansions
Experience participating in design reviews, contractor safety management, commissioning activities, or pre-startup safety reviews
Experience leveraging safety analytics, leading indicators, and digital technologies to proactively identify and reduce risk
Up to 80% travel
Legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in; no visa sponsorship or existing visa holders
Successful criminal background check
May be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus program
401k company contribution with company match up to 6%
Non-elective company contribution of 3–7% depending on age
Starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
15 calendar holidays
8 weeks paid parental leave
Employee assistance program
Comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs
Onsite fitness (at some locations)
Tuition assistance
Volunteer paid time off
Short-term and long-term disability plans
Relocation assistance when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria