Ergonomics Analyst

Ergonomics Analyst

Job Description

Position Overview:
We are seeking an Ergonomics Analyst to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will spend approximately 70% of your time on the shop floor, supporting production teams in ergonomic risk assessments, communications, and wellness consulting. The position involves evaluating workstations, tooling, and products, as well as leading or contributing to various special projects as assigned.

Key Responsibilities:
Conduct ergonomic risk assessments and provide support in work hardening and wellness initiatives for production teams.
Evaluate workstations, tools, and products for safety and efficiency improvements.
Spend substantial time (about 70%) on the shop floor; must be comfortable handling physical tasks, including lifting/pushing/pulling up to 75 lbs.
Communicate effectively and collaborate with employees at all levels.
Execute special projects and other duties as assigned to support manufacturing operations.

Qualifications:
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word & Excel required).
Bachelor’s degree preferred in Engineering, Manufacturing, Safety, Ergonomics, or Kinesiology.
A certificate in a safety-related field is also preferred.
Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
Candidates without a degree should have 5+ years of manufacturing experience.
Strong problem-solving and team collaboration skills are essential.
Engineering mindset and ability to connect and communicate well with diverse groups of people.
Must be fully comfortable working onsite in a factory setting and with occasional travel between facilities.

Additional Information:
Must successfully complete company safety training for any intra-facility driving duties.

Regarding Driving:
This position may drive a client owned Gator inside the factory to get from the office area to a different office area in another part of the factory (all connected and indoors). Worker will need to successfully complete client safety training to be approved to drive this. They will transport their computer or parts/tools. Other workers could ride along if they are going to the same areas due to limited number of available Gators. This would not be driven outside. May also drive their personal vehicle to other facilities within a 20 mile radius. Rental cars are not used for this travel.

Notes:
Shift: 1st Shift (7:00 am – 3:30 pm; No Overtime Anticipated)
This is a fully onsite role with travel limited to intra-facility (using company-owned vehicles) and occasional personal vehicle use for nearby facilities.

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.