1-3 years in an industrial/manufacturing environment
Knowledge of the following:
Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)
American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Workers Compensation regulations
Pluses:
Bachelor's degree in safety science, safety management, industrial hygiene, etc.
Certifications
Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
Associates Safety Professional (ASP)
Graduate Safety Professional (GSP)
Day to Day:
The Safety Coordinator will be doing the following
In partnership with plant and safety management, plan, lead and participate in plant safety meetings
Implement, inspect, and maintain job site and office SDS manuals.
Train employees in SDS procedures
Provide and ensure compliance with information, signs, posters, barriers and other materials to warn of potential and actual safety hazards and to prevent access to hazardous conditions
Ensures the implementation, administration, and maintenance of all facility specific EHS programs
Assist and participate in all EHS continuous improvements initiatives relating to OSHA, EPA, and best management practices
Determine corrective or preventative measures, assign responsibility, and follow up to ensure the corrective measures have been implemented
Conduct periodic plant safety inspections to ensure safety procedures are in place, accurate and up to date
Provide recommendations and assistance to safety and plant management with respect to plant hazards, employee training, new/safe equipment operation, and safe material or substance utilization
Ensure SDS program is maintained, and all necessary personnel is trained on the procedures. Manage hazardous materials control program, review samples, and test for hazardous materials prior to the start of operations
Ensure all safety communication and information is developed and disseminated in a timely manner
Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that engages
Frequently communicate with Business Leadership and Corporate Safety to keep them apprised of pertinent issues
