Safety Specialist SG 23

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About the position

Promotes plant Health and Safety programs primarily on the evening shift and occasional weekends to include accident prevention, safety training, hazardous material management, ergonomics, and plant emergency team.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations and Engine and Remanufacturing safety and environmental programs.
  • Provide Health and Safety technical and regulatory support to evening shift.
  • Partner with operations staff to investigate accidents to identify causes; determine how such accidents might be prevented; and recommend corrective actions.
  • Drive continuous improvement in Health and Safety, a “Safety First” culture and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
  • Develop a trusting working relationship with plant floor employees.
  • Facilitate the development of safe work teams and provide guidance to the teams.
  • Active participation in plant’s Emergency Response and Business Continuity Plan Teams.
  • Conduct monthly safety inspections; coordinate with operations staff to correct deficiencies.
  • Implement proactive programs and processes to reduce the injury rate.

Requirements

  • One (1) year or more of direct experience working in a safety role required
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Strong computer skills with an advanced level of experience in Microsoft Office, i.e., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Publisher.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality is essential.
  • Ability to interact with all levels of management, and representatives of the company as well as dealers and customers.
  • Excellent organizational skills, exhibit a professional demeanor, and possess strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills
  • Must meet physical requirements of the position with or without accommodation.

Nice-to-haves

  • Three to Five plus years in a manufacturing environment with experience preferred but not required
  • Safety and/or Environmental certifications a plus
  • Experience developing safety programs including working through high-performance teams to successfully implement initiatives, in a preferred manufacturing environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to work within and through organization using influence and client management skills.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options for you and your family.
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA).
  • 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 5%.
  • A fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement.
  • Tuition reimbursement program.
  • Paid short- and long-term disability programs.
  • Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
  • EAP services include wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling, and more.
  • Comprehensive paid time off- minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time.
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