Safety Specialist

Overview

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We are looking for a Quality & Safety Specialist to join our team. This position will be responsible for quality and safety processes and compliance within a large fabrication branch. This individual will collaborate with branch and district leadership along with the Health & Safety Director to develop, implement, maintain and improve quality and safety programs to ensure compliance with all ISO, safety regulatory, and corporate requirements.

• In partnership with branch and district leaders, develop, implement, maintain, and improve quality and safety programs while cultivating branch culture to ensure quality and safety “Expected Safe Behaviors” & global rules and guidelines are adhered to by associates.
• Work with management to train, mentor, and coach associates on quality standards and safe behaviors.
• Maintain Quality Management System (QMS) documents and distribute to appropriate personnel and ensure management review is being followed.
• Implement and track all quality and safety compliance training and certifications.
• Prepare and communicate quality and safety analytics/reporting as needed.
• Communicate quality related issues/concerns to the Quality Management Representative.
• Effectively communicate and roll out all corporate initiatives while leading with change management principles.
• Perform safety observations and multiple daily walkthroughs to ensure safe behaviors and identify any unsafe conditions.
• Assist and support incident investigations including managing injuries and incidents, ensuring timely reporting in Pro Sapien and corrective actions are identified and implemented.
• Ensure all environmental and Haz Mat requirements are being followed.
• Conduct multiple formal safety observations each month and enter results into Pro Sapien.
• Coordinate and Co-Chair the Local Safety Committee.
• Other duties as assigned by management or required by the Quality Council.

• 3+ years of relevant safety and quality experience in manufacturing or fabrication preferred.
• Knowledge of Intelex or ISO
  9001 or Pro Sapien preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent education.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a safety-related program is a plus.

• Ability to influence people and work with cross-functional teams and at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively with diverse groups, incorporate the input of others to improve processes, and align with internal requirements.
• Committed to developing and empowering others; to accomplish goals through the skills of persuasion, influence, and negotiation.
• Must have excellent communication skills (listening, written, verbal, presentation).
• Computer skills with experience in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• A passionate, solid team player that works well with leadership and associates to strive for continuous improvement.

Our benefits plan supports the mental, physical, and financial well-being of our associates. The package includes health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance, 401(k) with company match, and additional inclusive enhancements such as mental health coverage, family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, and community involvement opportunities.

Pay Range: $3,960.00 - $8,571.20 per month (or hourly for non-salaried roles). This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible. Starting wages may vary by location in accordance with local wage regulations.

Ferguson is an equal opportunity employer and government contractor. We provide equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of protected characteristics. See the EEO and reasonable accommodation information for more details.

• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time

• Seniority level:
  Associate
• Location:
  
  Glendale Heights, IL (and other listed locations)