Wellbeing, Health Safety Specialist - Belvidere Assembly Plant

Job Overview

The Plant Wellbeing, Health and Safety (WHS) Specialist is responsible to implement and administer standardized WHS processes to ensure compliance to Federal, State, Provincial and Local regulations and Corporate Policies and Procedures. This position will help achieve world class status and impact corporate savings through the elimination of occupational injuries/illnesses, property damage and improvement of production efficiency as well as safeguarding the health and safety of all employees.

This specific position will focus on health and safety compliance, Stellantis Production Way (SPW) safety activities, Safety Management System (ISO 45001), and health and safety improvement goals.

The WHS Specialist will report to the Plant WHS Lead and be responsible for and not limited to:

• Implement WHS training programs and training assessments to ensure required training is identified and conducted.
• Conduct regular audits of WHS processes and necessary follow-up to ensure compliance and advise plant leadership and corporate WHS staff of findings.
• Analyze injury/illness experience including ergonomics, identify/track injury correlation, determine root causes, implement corrective action and communicate this information to plant leadership and corporate WHS.
• Support new equipment programs at the concept stage to ensure that WHS design specifications and regulations are included.
• Manage routine safety reports including data acquisition, documentation, record keeping, monitoring, review, and approval.
• Coordinate communication of WHS regulatory inspection activity with plant leadership.
• Lead WHS projects to improve WHS key performance metrics.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of the plant's safety management system to meet ISO 45001 and SPW safety requirements.

3000 West Chrysler Drive, Belvidere, Illinois 61008, United States

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Engineering, Science or related field
• Strong understanding of Federal, State, Provincial and Local regulations and requirements
• Willingness to work on any shift and additional hours as required
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office suite and/or other software

• Master's degree in Safety, Engineering, Science or related field
• 2+ years of Safety, Engineering or similar experience in a Manufacturing environment
• Safety related professional certifications (e.g. CSP, CIH)
• Automotive or manufacturing experience

$81,800 - $122,800, pay will depend on several factors including experience and location of position.

Full-time

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.

From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.

We believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut‑down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

• An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch‑Up plans
• An employer contribution, even if you don't contribute

Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters.

Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

We proudly support all paths to parenthood - including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing programs
• 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community

When you join us, you're not just building a career - you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.