Safety Specialist

Safety And Health Specialist

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

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.

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

Bachelor's Degree in related field of study

EOE, including disability/vets