Responsible for creating and implementing safety standards, programs, training, and interventions to reduce incidents in the workplace and promote safety excellence in accordance with company and OSHA/Federal/State/Local rules and regulations.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supports Corporate Safety Governance System including all safety policies and procedures, ensuring self and employees are in compliance with OSHA/State/Local/Company/Client rules and regulations.
- Collaborates and supports Safety, HR, and Operations team to drive safety excellence in assigned location.
- Responsible for coordination and facilitation of safety new hire orientation, training and certification programs.
- Conducts incident investigations, assists in identifying root cause(s), and implementing corrective action(s).
- Creates and implements Job Hazard Analysis, Inspections and Audit Checklists to identify hazards and implement controls.
- Develop and implement a site safety improvement plan.
- Consults with Regional Safety &Training Specialist and Sr. Regional Safety Training Specialist on development and execution of safety initiatives/interventions to drive continuous improvement and safety excellence.
- Coordinates & conducts onsite safety training and Train-the Trainer programs as required.
- Maintain appropriate training and certification records including class schedules, registration, attendance, completions, safety certifications and re-certification.
- Leverages Incident Management System to proactively manage safety to identify trends at their location.
- Develop safety metrics to measure and monitor progress of safety programs and interventions.
- Demonstrates sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding safety inspection/audit findings or safety concerns.
- Assists with employee counseling, coaching, and proper documentation of safety performance issues as needed.
- Performs other HR/Safety duties and special projects as requested.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS/MENTAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to lift 50lbs and demonstrate proper lifting techniques
- Is able to walk/stand at least 6 hours per day, climb ladders, stairways, etc. in the performance of daily duties
- Mental qualifications include ability to perform root cause analysis to identify corrective action to mitigate risk and prevent incidents.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s Degree in Environment, Health & Safety or equivalent work experience
- Safety Certification preferred (e.g., OSHA 10/30 General Industry, OSHA HAZWOPER, Forklift, 49 CFR/DOT, IATA, IMDG)
EXPERIENCE NECESSARY
- 3-5 years safety experience in warehouse environment
- Experience preferred in the following areas: Operating Powered Industrial Vehicles (e.g., Forklift, Powered Pallet Jacks), Handling/Shipping/Receiving Hazardous Materials, Use of X-Ray or CRBN equipment
- Experience in facilitating safety training and certification programs
- Creating and writing Job Hazard Analysis
