Head of Health and Safety

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services — you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Dynacraft, a PACCAR Company, is headquartered in McKinney, TX. Dynacraft is a diversified global manufacturer of PACCAR medium and heavy-duty truck parts sold under the Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF nameplates. For more than forty years, Dynacraft has provided the company’s truck manufacturing divisions and PACCAR Parts service parts division with high quality components, subassemblies and specialized services. Dynacraft’s manufacturing facilities are located in Louisville, KY, and McKinney, TX.
The Plant Safety Supervisor is responsible for implementing and managing safety programs at the Dynacraft Louisville plant to include development and execution of safety strategies. The ideal candidate is proactive, has experience in a manufacturing environment, and effectively collaborates with all stakeholders to develop and promote a culture of safety. This position is based in Louisville, Kentucky and reports to the Division Safety Manager. 1) Safety Specialist and (2) Occupational Health Nurses.
Manage a comprehensive safety program including prevention, inspection, investigation, and recording of incidents. Provide leadership, training, and analysis to managers, and employees in the identification of potential hazards and accident prevention.
Oversee the location's worker's compensation program, including investigations, reporting, and collection of information for claims management.
Develop and implement preventive or corrective measures relating to processes, machinery layout, plant ergonomics, and/or personal protective equipment.
Participate in Risk Assessments and long-term safety projects, in collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, and other stakeholders.
Proactively streamline safety processes and automate as appropriate.
Oversee the administration of the employee safety committee, ensuring effectiveness.
Administer, create, and facilitate safety training.
Develop, maintain and communicate the plant’s emergency programs, ensuring proper training and certification.
Maintain knowledge of, and ensure compliance with, applicable federal, state, and local laws. Coordinate with OSHA inspectors, fire department inspections, and PACCAR insurance carriers.
Coordinate with vendors providing safety-related services.
Assist in basic first aid treatment and other duties as needed.
Benchmark safety programs with other PACCAR locations as well as suppliers and PACCAR peer companies.
Special projects as assigned.
Five (5) years of closely related industrial safety and health experience
Bachelor’s degree in Safety Management, Occupational Health, or related field required.
Master's Degree in applicable field preferred.
Professional certification in safety, industrial hygiene or hazardous materials preferred.
Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
Comprehensive paid time off – Minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave
Tuition reimbursement for continued education
Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
Paid short-and long-term disability program
EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities
Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field
PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors, including your education, training, or experience.