Key Job Accountabilities
- Safety and Health Program Management: Oversee the review and update of all written safety and health programs to ensure they are up-to-date and aligned with regulatory requirements. Management and investigation of incidents.
- Safety and Health Program Auditing: Conduct comprehensive audits of all safety and health programs to ensure compliance and effectiveness. Implement and conduct training and education actions as needed.
- Hazardous Condition Control: Take measures to control and eliminate hazardous conditions resulting from human error, equipment, and machine operations that may pose risks to human safety and property.
- Occupational Hazard Analysis: Assist in the identification, analysis, and control of occupational hazards, applying professional engineering knowledge and skills to mitigate risks.
- Structural Safety Advising: Provide guidance on structural safety requirements based on failure mode analysis, including factors such as fatigue, stability, stress, and concentration.
- Protective Equipment Design: Design protective equipment and safety devices for machines to enhance workplace safety.
- Equipment Redesign: Redesign machines and plant equipment to eliminate occupational hazards. Review proposed safety policies, guidelines, and standards, recommending technical changes to align with engineering principles.
- Human Factors Integration: Apply knowledge of psychological and physiological factors to support the design of safety features and controls, considering the potential for human errors in machinery and equipment operations.
- Incident Documentation: Thoroughly document all workplace accidents and near misses, ensuring accurate records are maintained.
- Plant Audit Preparation: Prepare for plant audits and follow up with corrective actions to address identified deficiencies.
- Fire Inspection Documentation: Maintain documentation of weekly fire inspections, ensuring compliance with fire safety standards.
- Regulatory Compliance: Stay up-to-date with new safety guidelines and regulations, ensuring the organization remains compliant.
- Behavioral Based Safety Program: Lead the implementation of a Behavioral Based Safety Program to promote a culture of safety within the organization.
Required Experience/Training/Competencies
- Education: bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, environmental, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
- Experience: 3+ years of previous experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated technical expertise in safety standards
- Auditing Experience: experience supporting audits such as trained for ISO 14001, 45001, and/or 50001, highlighting your commitment to industry-leading standards
- Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs is required and ability to learn internal programs.
- Technical Knowledge: Understanding of OSHA General Industry requirements, Ergonomics, Industrial Hygiene Principles, and Fire Protection Systems.
- Certifications: Safety Board Certification (CSP, ASP, etc.) is preferred. ISO 14001, IS0 45001, ISO 50001, and VPP Star experience are preferred.
- Manipulation Requirements: This position requires constant hand and fine motor manipulations, including handling, reaching, and performing fine motor tasks with hands. It also involves gross motor manipulations related to material handling.