Job Description

Job Purpose

The Safety & Health Specialist will support the EHS Department and EHS Manager with the goal of achieving an accident free workforce and continuous improvement toward world-class safety. They serve as an expert in health and safety disciplines and help develop and administer aspects of organization safety and health programs.

Duties and responsibilities

• Assists with company compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations required in a manufacturing environment.
• Reviews and analyzes company safety practices by conducting audits, determines any recommendations based on audits performed, and reports to upper management.
• Collects and maintains essential data for effective safety programs.
• Maintains an understanding of programs such as but not limited to: lockout tagout, hazard communication, hearing conservation, emergency action/evacuation, fire prevention/protection, ergonomics, machine guarding/labeling, hazardous materials, SDS database, fall protection/prevention, confined spaces, combustible dust, blood borne pathogens, respiratory protection, fleet safety, powered industrial trucks, overhead cranes and first aid training.
• Assists with keeping accurate and complete records of training, inspections, audits, and required regulatory documentation.
• Educates, motivates, and trains Team Members in safety best practices, rules, and procedures.
• Aids and supports the development and implementation of plant programs for the identification, prevention and control of occupational injuries and illnesses.
• Organizes and administers required refresher and new hire trainings.
• Participates in and conducts accident & incident investigations.
• Assists with company safety manual development & maintenance.
• Proactively addresses and corrects all unsafe behaviors and conditions.
• Cross-train with Environmental Specialist to share responsibilities and cover when they are absent.

Qualifications include:

• Preferably have experience in the Safety/Environmental field in a manufacturing environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Business, or another relevant field is required
• Practical experience in OSHA 29 CFR 1910
• Working knowledge of basic software applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization in all formats, including verbal, written & presentations
• Familiar with state level safety regulations and required programs for manufacturers (KY OSH and KRS)