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

• 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

• 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!