SAFETY & HEALTH SPECIALIST

Safety and Health Specialist - 3rd Shift

 GENERAL SUMMARY: 

This position will be responsible for providing guidance, direction and leadership to the site’s safety process.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

·    Investigate all near misses, first aid cases, recordables, lost day injuries, and vehicular accidents within 24 hours, as well as track closure on all recommendations.

·    Spend time being visible in the processing plant and other site locations.

·    Conduct periodic safety and health audits and track findings to ensure closure.

·    Conduct authorized training for the following topics: Powered Industrial Trucks, Lockout Tagout, Fall Protection, Respiratory Protection, Confined Space Entry, and other topics as assigned.

·    Enter information into accident, training completion and corrective action databases accurately and in a timely manner.

·    Provide training support to the organization and ensure that all required monthly training is completed as scheduled.

BASIC SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

·    At least three years of directly related experience in an industrial environment

·    Ability to accurately record and communicate safety incidences to complex management

·    Must have a solid knowledge of OSHA and safety regulations

·    Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; SAP experience a plus

·    Bi-lingual (english/spanish) strongly preferred

·    Must be able to work varying shifts and weekends as needed

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:  Bachelor's Degree in related field of study

 EOE/Vet/Disabled