OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY SPECIALIST

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers - large and small - package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.
People • Customers • Trust
We are seeking resumes for multiple Occupational Health & SafetySpecialistin our Valdosta, GA. Paper Mill.
Principle Accountabilities:
Demonstrate safety as a core value and establish a safe work environment by actively leading the safe execution of work.
Assist responsible parties to complete corrective and preventive actions.
Responsible for fire asset management; including fire protection systems, i.e. extinguishers, hoses and alarms.
Maintain chemical and fire monitors and alarms.
Manage and maintain the mill's evacuation system including emergency lights.
Work with external agencies conducting safety inspections, safety inspections with OSHA compliance officers, insurance company representatives, local fire department, etc. Record and follow up on their recommendations.
Assist with the development of safety curriculum and instruction of employees.
Provide support for employee driven safety committees and roles; including the Mill's Emergency Response Team.
Conduct audits for asset related items, i.e. pipe insulation, cable tray cleanliness, etc.
Provide technical support for all functional departments to meet their business and compliance needs.
Provide appropriate presentation topics and materials for employee safety meetings.
Participate in injury and property loss investigations.
Draft incident analysis policy and procedures.
Assist in the development of loss control policies.
Develop and expand an atmosphere where all employees feel responsible for safety and pursue it daily.
Provide immediate coaching and correction of unsafe practices and conditions.
Maintain knowledge of corporate, division, state and federal rules and regulations and labor agreements
Carry out additional functions delegated by the Safety Management Team
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in safety management, loss control, or industrial hygiene/safety or the equivalent training and/or relevant experience
Experience in manufacturing preferred
Experience using Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Project, and AutoCAD.
Successful completion of drug screen required and authorization to work in the U.S.
Preferred Qualifications
Pulp & Paper industry experience preferred.
The successful candidate must possess the following Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Abilityto be able to work well under pressure and within time constraints, multi-task, and build sound relationships with both internal and external customers
Abilityto exhibit excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and computer skills.
Capable of independently making sound decisions through creative problem-solving, ambiguity, and change.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.
Ability to read and understand technical correspondence, memos, instructions, and reports.
Ability to apply skills to continuous process improvement while maintaining maximum levels of safety.
Demonstrateleadership skills and abilities.
Strong planning and follow-up skills.
Excellent people and process management skills.
PAY & BENEFITS:
PCA provides a competitive comprehensive benefits package.
Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision
401k with company matching
Retirement Savings Plan
Educational Assistance Program
11 paid holidays
3 Weeks of Vacation Time
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
All qualified applicants must apply at Careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.
PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.
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