Site Safety Specialist

Company: Keter North America
Location: Anderson
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Summary:The plant Safety Specialist will be a leader that coaches, mentors, facilitates, and helps create a culture where Safety is valued. This is a dynamic position that requires continual learning and will have a significant impact on the success of the business. The Safety Specialist will be known as the go-to Safety resource for a 24/7 light manufacturing operation.*In This Position, You'll Have the Opportunity To:*

• Chair Safety Committees and champion action items.
• Become authorized to operate and train on PIT, cranes, and other equipment.
• Conduct New Hire Safety Orientation.
• Assist in preparing safety training, to include hazard recognition and compliance.
• Be a self-starter who requires little day-to-day supervision.
• Perform internal Safety audits to evaluate risk and compliance.
• Create, maintain, and implement Job Safety Analysis (JSA).
• Assist in developing, implementing, updating, managing, and training to written safety programs and plans such as: HAZCOM, LOTO-TO, Confined Space, Hearing Conservation, Powered Industrial Truck, Crane, Fall Prevention, and others
• Occasional overnight travel to conduct inspections and training at other Business Units.
• Coordinate and conduct root cause corrective action (RCCA) for incidents and near misses.
• Create, implement, audit, and facilitate practice with the Emergency Action Teams
• Ensure contractors comply with internal and external safety policies.
• Assist in Case Management.
• Champion the plant's Safety FMEA Committee and track status of projects.
• Maintain the Safety Communication board.
• Be proactive and assertive to correct unsafe behavior, processes, or equipment before injuries or illnesses occur.
• Use, modify, and improve the existing company Safety Management System.
• Drive the BBS audit process and track results. Make changes as behaviors improve.
• Attend daily Operations meetings to communicate safety matters to all employees.
• Make ergonomic assessments and apply best practices to reduce injuries.
• Prepare the plant's Safety Program to comply with OSHA's VPP requirements, or similar state safety improvement program.Requirements:What you need to Succeed in This Position
  • Knowledge of or willing to learn applicable ANSI, NFPA 70E, Life Safety Code 101, OSHA's General Industry Standards 29CFR1910, as they apply to the Business Units.
  • Good oral communication skills and ability to comfortably train and present in front of large groups.
  • Good written communication skills and the ability to write technical documents.
  • Ability to lead a team to eliminate or reduce hazards, risks, or to determine RCCA.
  • Self-motivated, outgoing nature, customer focused.
  • Can complete projects with minimal supervision.
  • Leads by example.
  • Able to think critically and be creative when problem solving.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Ability to become proficient using, maintaining, and implementing the company Safety Compliance Management software (Safety Amp).
  • Dedicated towards self-improvement, which includes pursuing educational opportunities, certifications, and training during your personal time.
  • Associate's or bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety and Health is preferred, however, current or planned enrollment in an accredited AAS or BS degree program is acceptable. Five or more years verifiable work as a Safety leader in a fast-paced, light manufacturing environment of at least 100 employees may be a substitute for a college degree.Job Type: Full-time

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