Site Safety Specialist

Overview

Responsible for creating and implementing safety standards, programs, training, and interventions to reduce incidents in the

workplace and promote safety excellence in accordance with company and OSHA/Federal/State/Local rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supports Corporate Safety Governance System including all safety policies and procedures, ensuring self and employees are in compliance with OSHA/State/Local/Company/Client rules and regulations.
• Communicates regularly with Corporate Safety, Operations Management, Site Management, peers and subordinates, as well as representatives of the client organization, relative to safety practices, procedures and continuous safety improvement.
• Collaborates and supports Corporate Safety, HR, and Operations team to drive safety excellence at assigned location(s).
• Responsible for coordination and facilitation of safety new hire orientation, training and certification programs at assigned location(s).
• Conducts incident investigations, assists in identifying root cause(s), and implementing corrective action(s) to prevent recurrence.
• Develop and implements Job Hazard Analysis, Inspections and Audit Checklists to identify potential hazards and establish appropriate controls.
• Develops and executes a site-specific safety improvement plan to enhance workplace safety.
• Consults with Corporate Safety to design, implement and execute safety initiatives/interventions to drive continuous improvement and safety excellence.
• Coordinates & conducts ongoing safety training and Train-the Trainer programs.
• Maintain appropriate training and certification records including class schedules, registration, attendance, completions, safety certifications and re-certification.
• Utilize the Incident Management System to proactively manage safety data to identify trends and monitor safety performance at their location.
• Develop and track safety metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of safety programs and interventions.
• Take appropriate actions regarding safety inspection/audit findings or safety incidents.
• Assist with employee counseling, coaching, and proper documentation of safety performance issues as needed.
• Executes the CBPS Safety Cadence process to proactively manage safety at the location(s).
• Conducts daily/weekly safety huddle meetings and creates/distributes corporate and site communications.
• Performs other HR/Safety duties and special projects as requested

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS/MENTAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Travel required, or as needed
• Able to walk 4-6 hours per day
• Able to climb stairs, ladders, etc.
• Operate industrial equipment (forklifts, etc.)
• Lifting, pushing, pulling up to 50 lbs.
• Demonstrates sound judgement skills
• Demonstrates good communication skills
• Mental qualifications include ability to design and facilitate efficient and effective training programs

Qualifications

• Certification Powered Industrial Truck/Vehicle required (e.g., forklift, powered pallet jack, order pickers, etc.)
• Certified Environmental, Safety and Health Trainer (CET), OSHA 30 General Industry, preferred
• 49 CFR Hazardous Materials, IATA and IMDG Dangerous Goods Certification, preferred
• Bachelor's Degree, Environmental, Health, & Safety required or equivalent work experience
• 3-5 years safety experience in warehouse, industrial manufacturing, logistics and distribution and/or pharmaceutical industries
• 3-5 years designing and developing safety and health training
• 3-5 years PIV experience (Forklift a must)
• 3+ years of Incident Management System (e.g., Gensuite) experience
• Proficient knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio, etc.
• Knowledge of Web conferencing tools (i.e., WebEx, MS Teams)
• Knowledge of Incident Management Systems
• Strong coaching, facilitation, and communication skills
• Excellent writing skills
• Strong project management, organizational, administrative and record keeping skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment to drive safety excellence

What We Offer

• An opportunity to join an established team and be part of a successful and proven global organization!
• A competitive compensation program!
• Large Company Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision/401K with a competitive company match!
• Employee discounts on Canon products & vendor discount programs for employees!
• World-Class Training & Career Development Programs!