Health and Safety Specialist

Sofidel•Phoenix, AZ

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Health and Safety Specialist Sofidel America is a subsidiary of the Sofidel Group, one of the leading manufacturers of paper for hygienic and domestic use worldwide. We are seeking a Health and Safety Specialist to join our team in Phoenix, AZ. The Health and Safety Specialist will assist the site Health and Safety Manager in managing all programs for compliance, loss control, safety, health, fire prevention, emergency response planning, and associated training. This individual will assist in designing and delivering programs to meet federal, state, local, and corporate safety and health regulations while maintaining the applicable records and documentation demonstrable during an inspection or audit. Works with all departments, as well as site and corporate EH&S, government agencies, industry associations, and peers within our industry.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety is preferred, or a science-related field with a minimum of 1 year of work experience dedicated to health and safety and/or field in an industrial setting, or equivalent education and work experience is required.
Must possess computer skills – specifically Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement training programs to satisfy legal requirements and reinforce a safe environment.
Act as the safety representative for the installation and safe operation of all new equipment and buildings.
Manage worker compensation claims in partnership with human resources and communicate with the insurance carrier and broker as necessary.
Maintain and order a supply of safety equipment (PPE) used by the facility.
Assist the EHS Manager in maintaining accurate EHS programs and metrics for facility management and corporate reporting systems.
Maintain a working knowledge of all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as corporate guidelines and policies.
Coach management and employees to ensure compliance with external/internal audits and federal, state, and corporate EHS regulations.
Provide formal and informal training to employees, supervisors, and managers on safety policies and practices.
Facilitate safety orientation for all new employees and visiting contractors.
Conduct risk assessments for all departments and recommend modifications to practices, policies, and procedures to ensure a safe work environment.
Recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures to management.
Conduct health and safety-related inspections/audits and ensure corrective actions are monitored and documented.
Maintain an active presence on the production and warehouse floors, observe employees, and provide feedback and coaching.
Conduct compliance audits/inspections and assist with the preparation of compliance reports and permits.
Respond to and investigate EHS incidents, ensuring effective corrective/preventive actions are implemented.
Participate in meetings and work groups to integrate activities, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems, and stay informed about new developments, requirements, policies, and regulatory guidelines.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Responsible for managing safety equipment and PPE.