TITLE: Safety Specialist

REPORTS TO: Safety Manager

SUPERVISES: None

JOB CLASS: Hourly

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY:

This position will conduct various safety related audits throughout the facility. They will also be responsible for conducting safety training and reporting of monthly safety statistics.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct safety audits of the following: fire extinguishers, eyewash stations, fire suppression equipment, compressed gas, battery changing equipment, ladders, outside grounds, environmental compliance, chains and slings, fall protection, first aid and AED.
• Conduct safety training in the areas of new hire and temporary orientation, fire extinguisher and other safety related topics as needed.
• Conduct incident investigations when they pertain to safety
• Will be an active member of the Safety Committee
• Conduct security audit of facility to ensure that all entrances and exits are properly secured
• Coordinate Safety Suggestion Program
• Maintain OSHA logs and assist with other Safety reporting requirements
• Active member of the Ergonomics Committee
• Conduct ergonomic evaluations

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Teamwork
• Drive for results

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to walk, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, reach and grasp for varying periods during work hours
• Must be able to see with or without correction
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years’ experience in manufacturing
• Previous experience in Safety/OSHA regulations preferred
• Must be available and flexible to work different hours to cover all shifts
• Act as first responder in facility emergencies
• Respond to trouble calls
• Work with fellow associates to solve safety and maintenance issues
• Be professional in all communications with fellow associates and other departments, including radio communication