Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

SAFETY SPECIALIST

Monday - Friday

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

$60,000 - $70,000 per hour, DOE

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Collaborates with management to develop, prepare, and implement safety policies and procedures.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules.
• Ensures completion of required OSHA record keeping and reporting.
• Identifies opportunities to minimize workplace injuries, accidents, and health problems.
• Establishes onboarding process and safety training sessions for all site employees and is the process owner for all employee-related safety training.
• Maintain and update all Driver Qualification Files.
• Reviews safety training and recommends revisions, improvements, and updates.
• Conducts safety inspections and audits to assess employee compliance with safety regulations.
• Ensures EHS programs for contractor oversight and management are in place and effective.
• Participate in review and approval process of new raw materials for R&D and production.
• Lead the emergency response team for any emergency including- first aid and spills.
• Prepare and maintain records of all drug and alcohol tests.
• Reviews accident and incident reports.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety, Safety Engineering, Environmental Health, or related field required.
• At least five years of occupational health and safety experience in an industrial environment required.
• Safety Certification (SMS, OHST, CIT, ASP, CSP, etc.) preferred. Knowledge of process safety a plus.
• DOT, Hazmat experience preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of OSHA, DOT and TCEQ regulations
• 3 to 7 years of Manufacturing experience in a safety role with progressing responsibility and demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
• Ability to travel throughout facility as required to conduct safety inspections.

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