SUMMARY-

Responsible for all company safety programming and training. Safety Manager is to be available via phone or in person where applicable for all incidents.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Other duties may be assigned)-

Oversee and develop company safety programs

Report out any incidents in accordance with company procedure

Investigate incidents, involve appropriate CEP members

Lead safety inspections, meetings, and training programs

Conduct new-hire safety orientation program

Lead Hearing Conservation Program

Deliver injury treatment: provide first aid if necessary, transport to medical facility, monitor medical care

Monitor light duty program: develop jobs; communicate with physician/doctor, etc.

Complete and maintain all paperwork with regards to work-related incidents

Assist with the purchasing safety equipment and systems

Apply OSHA regulations where applicable, keep CEP in compliance

Responsible for supporting facility fire protection systems and subsequent training

Maintain membership in applicable safety associations to stay informed of new developments and trends

Develop rapport with CEP employees and management members

Prepare legal notices, postings, and reports as required by government and regulatory bodies, including OSHA logs

Assist with contractor services during shutdowns

Support operations as needed on a daily basis

Take lead on securing quotes and scheduling work

Conduct inspections; fire suppression systems, eyewashes, etc.

Conduct contractor on-site safety training program

Be liaison between site and corporate levels for communication of updates, policy changes, etc.

Comply with company policies and procedures

Additional duties as assigned by management

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE-

Two years of experience in the Occupational Safety field, manufacturing preferred

Clear, concise oral and written communication skills

BS degree in Occupational Safety or related field

Military experience is a plus

LANGUAGE SKILLS-

Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, manuals, regulations, and codes

Ability to write business reports and correspondence

Ability to communicate effectively with suppliers, contractors, employees and outside officials to the company

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS-

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, volume, and net present value. Able to apply concepts of algebra and geometry along with basic math (adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing)

REASONING ABILITY-

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

TECHNICAL SKILLS-

Ability to gather information and perform root cause analysis and problem solving

Ability to create reports for review by upper management

Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS-

OSHA Certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS-

Employee is regularly required to walk, talk, and hear

Employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, feel; and reach with hands and arms

The employee is occasionally required to sit

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

WORK ENVIRONMENT-

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and fumes of airborne particles

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud

Pratt Industries is America's 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than 9,000 highly skilled green collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability. Pratt Industries is one of the largest corrugated packaging companies in America, with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than twenty states. The company operates several of the most modern, cost effective paper mills in the country, as well as a series of sheet and box plants strategically placed throughout the United States offering a wide range of creative packaging solutions. Pratt Industries is committed to recycling and the environment by harvesting the urban forest.

Pratt Industries offers competitive compensation plans with incentive opportunities, full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, paid holidays, and childbearing and parental leave.