Job Title: Safety Professional - Safety Operations
Client: Heavy Machine Manufacturing Industry
Duration: 1 year with possibilities of an extension
Location: Morrisville, NC 27560
Shift: 1st shift - Monday-Friday
Description:
Entry-level position into the safety profession. Understanding of principles and independent use of knowledge to comply with regulatory agency and company standards for injury and illness reporting.
Duties:
- Works with employees, assists supervisors in injury prevention.
- Identifies and corrects safety hazards and unsafe actions.
- Develops safety processes/programs for a hazard-free workplace.
- Conducts audits for compliance, reports corrective actions.
- Conducts safety presentations and training.
- Analyzes EHS metrics for improvement opportunities.
- Reviews new products, equipment, processes, and facilities.
- Ensures compliance with regulations and company standards.
- Works with safety equipment suppliers.
Position Title: Safety Professional
Specific Position Requirements:
The Safety Professional will develop and implement safety policies, ensure compliance, and promote a safety culture.
Safety Metrics and Reporting:
- OSHA metrics report.
- Monthly Safety Data input into Enterprise JDEHS database.
Incident and Injury Management:
- Support worker's comp claims.
- Review and investigate injuries and near misses.
Safety Documentation and Compliance:
- Review emergency and safety documentation.
- Maintain and implement JDHS programs, updates, and audits.
- Review OSHA and Life Safety 101 policies.
- Maintain correct signage and markings.
- Submit/store documents per Retention Schedule.
Training and Certification:
- PPE approval and certification.
- Monthly/annual safety training.
- SOP creation for major equipment (LOTO, Confined Space, 70e electrical, Lithium-Ion battery safety).
- New Employee Safety (NES) Orientation.
- Ongoing employee awareness training.
Audits and Inspections:
- Quarterly SEAMS audits.
- Yearly Enterprise audit.
- New equipment review, RED tag, PPE standards.
Emergency Preparedness and Response:
- Schedule fire department drills.
- Manage Emergency Response Team (ERT).
- Conduct yearly safety events and drills (Fire/Tornado/Earthquake/Severe Weather).
- Update employee-facing Emergency Procedures ("Red Book").
- Test and use emergency communication methods (EverBridge, Email, PA system, Radio).
Coordination and Liaison:
- Work with DG Coordinator/Hazmat contact.
- Liaison between Corporate EH&S for new procedures.
- Address non-compliance in lab inspections (fire, sprinklers, backflow testing).
- Support contractors (JDHS 18, Avetta POC).
- Act as POC for OSHA, Homeland Security, Police, Fire, Food Safety, IDNR, EPA.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Disaster Recovery or Business Continuity Coordinator.
- Ergonomics Administrator.
- Schedule First Aid and CPR training.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a safety-related role.
- In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety standards.
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and commitment to high standards.
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