HSE Technician

Location: 

US Gestamp Alabama - Lapeer, US, US Gestamp

Date:  Aug 7, 2026

Long Description

JOB SUMMARY 

The HSE Technician initiates, implements, analyzes, reports, and oversees all safety, training, and environment programs for the Lapeer Plant. 

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Directs implementation of company safety programs, to include developing safety methods, procedures and 
    policies based on company guidelines.  
  • Monitors STOP program and company metrics analysis and improvement system.  
  • Monitors facility and processes for adherence to MIOSHA and OSHA guidelines. 
  • Identifies and evaluates environmental hazards, recommends corrective action as necessary. 
  • Performs job analysis and measures and evaluates effectiveness of safety policies, makes needed 
    modifications. 
  • Leads the emergency response team (ERT) safety committee, performs safety and/or environmental training. 
  • Supervises worker’s compensation recordkeeping and responds to employee accidents with treatment, follow 
    up, and internal reporting. 
  • Responsible for implementing, administering, maintaining, and evaluating programs for Environmental 
    Management System ISO 14001:2015. 
  • Responsible for overseeing the Storm Water Program as the Certified Storm Water Operator. 
  • Responsible for implementing, administering, maintaining, and evaluating programs for Occupational Health & Safety 
    Management System ISO 45001:2018. 
  • Responsible for the management of the GHSI (Global Health and Safety Indicator). 
  • Initiates action to prevent accidents both machinery and behavior. 
  • Initiates, performs, and oversees all aspects of operations, technical, safety, environmental and quality training, 
    and documentation. 
  • Participation in the Layered Process Audit schedule. 
  • Participation in the Internal ISO 9001/IATF 16949 Audit schedule (applies only to certified ISO 9001/IATF 16949 
    internal auditors). 
  • Participation and cooperation in answering questions and providing information for internal and external audits 
    regarding or related to ISO 14001/45001, and customer standards. 
  • Performs other assigned duties as necessary. 

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

  • High School Diploma.
  • BS degree in safety, training or related field or combination of job-related work experience and education/certifications.  
  • 2-5 years’ experience in safety/training in a manufacturing environment.  
  • Experienced with Dupont STOP safety program and Lean safety metrics is preferred. 

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

  • Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and assess priorities. 
  • Regular attendance, ability to work as part of a team, ability to work overtime as needed, and ability to travel are required aspects of this position.  
  • Required to continue education and acquire certifications as needed. 

 

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and seek to hire the best candidate regardless of age, beliefs, disability, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation.

About us

We are a multi-technology company present in over 20 countries and our team of over 40,000 is made up of 90 different nationalities. They are the driving force of our company, which designs, develops and produces parts for over 900 models of the leading vehicle manufacturers, and enable us to be one of the top suppliers worldwide.

Do you have what it takes to build the future of mobility with us?

- You will be joining a leading international group in the automotive sector with a clear commitment to innovation, a trail-blazer in Industry 4.0 and engaged with ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) criteria.

- This is an opening to build a career in a global environment with many opportunities to grow both professionally and personally by participating and leading innovative and international projects.

- You will find a supportive and friendly environment where the emphasis is on team work, continuous improvement, trust, a dynamic spirit and thinking outside the box, and a passion for a job well done.

- You will be working with highly qualified professionals as Gestamp is committed to the ongoing training of our teams.

Join the Gestamp team!