Safety & Health Manager

Safety & Health Manager
Cosmopolis - Washington

Exp 2-5 years
Degree Bachelors
Relo
Occasional Travel

Job Description

Reports to:

Mill Manager

Position Summary

The Manager Health & Safety is responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring the mill specific safety & health process as mandated by state and federal regulations. This position supports the management team in developing safety strategies along with safety management systems and procedures designed to prevent injuries. This position reports directly to the Mill Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor mill activities for compliance with health and safety guidelines
• Monitor the implementation and enforcement of safety requirements and advise the appropriate manager on safety implications generated by changing site conditions
• Maintain safety training records and provide safety briefings
• Maintain Safety Data Sheets and software
• Develop and conduct safety orientations and training
• Assist/Review subcontractor safety plans to ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations
• Conduct hazard assessments and ensure appropriate control measures and safe work requirements are incorporated into work plans
• Inspect equipment, structures, and work in progress for compliance with applicable health and safety standards and specifications
• Assist/Approve changes to the health and safety process as necessary
• Recommend corrective actions and measures to improve safety conditions
• Coach and mentor team members with safety leadership issues
• Provide comfort/assistance with injured worker care and management
• Interact with Vigilant with the management of WA worker’s compensation
• Lead all internal/local investigations and those needing support on external investigations such as DOSH
• Assist with all internal reviews by FM Global - fire protection insurance carrier
• Participate in the mill emergency response program
• Participate on the mill central safety committee (CSI)
• Participate in employee involvement program (BBS)
• Must have a flexible schedule to work shutdowns, weekends/on-call, or as needed to ensure the safety and health of the workplace.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in safety/health, engineering or business discipline; or 5+ years of equivalent work experience in safety management in a manufacturing environment.
• A recognized Safety Certification preferred, (i.e. CSP/ASSE; National Safety Council; CSM/NASP; CSHM/ISHM, Evergreen Safety Council, etc.).
• Pulp, Paper, or Forest Products experience preferred.
• Experience in a bleaching facility with process safety management (Methanol & Chlorine Dioxide) preferred.
• Proven track record of safety process improvements.
• Experience with Washington Department of Labor & Industries, safety regulations, and worker’s compensation system preferred.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office programs (excel, word, outlook, etc.).
• Ability to listen, communicate skills written/verbal, effectively.
• Ability to work with all levels of employees, both management and hourly.
• Good organization and time management skills.

Does this describe you:

• Do you have experience in the pulp & paper field?
• Do you have a 4-year degree?
• Do you have a professional certification in safety?
• Have you ever worked in the State of Washington?

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.