HEALTH & SAFETY SPECIALIST

Packaging Corporation of America•Gladstone, VA

About The Position

The Health and Safety Specialist develops and implements accident-prevention programs, conducts site safety audits, recommends actions to support compliance with occupational and environmental safety, health, and fire-prevention regulations, and works with employees to implement prevention measures. The position reports to a Safety Supervisor or Manager at a PCA location or the corporate office. The Specialist supports mill-wide safety and emergency response activities, delivers safety training across multiple facilities, helps manage workers’ compensation claims, investigates incidents, identifies hazards, and follows up on corrective actions. The role also reviews work processes, materials, equipment, maintenance procedures, and preventive-maintenance schedules for safety concerns; facilitates safety and EHS meetings; maintains records and prepares management reports; and supports hazardous-waste control, disposal, and conservation programs. The role includes participation in the Plant Emergency Operations Team, including training, equipment requirements and distribution, and OSHA compliance. The Specialist is expected to follow company policies, share useful information with colleagues, and support PCA’s customer-service commitments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with a major in industrial engineering, environmental engineering, occupational health and safety, or a related field.
Strong working knowledge of safety compliance software and Microsoft Office.
Familiarity with using and calibrating safety-related equipment such as noise-level meters, light meters, and anemometers.
Knowledge of OSHA standards, workers’ compensation laws, EPA regulations, and industrial hygiene practices.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with all levels within the company and with outside organizations.
Ability to prepare and present occupational safety and health training sessions to employees at all levels.
Ability to speak effectively and use audiovisual aids.
Effective problem-identification and resolution skills.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in the safety field.
Experience in a manufacturing environment.
Certified EMT.
Previous experience working in a team environment, or a strong understanding of the importance of open communication and information sharing among coworkers.

Responsibilities

Participate in the mill-wide safety committee and Emergency Response team to implement and improve corporate safety programs.
Coordinate, develop, update, and deliver safety training for employees at multiple facilities on procedures related to operations, equipment, and materials.
Implement corporate safety policies to comply with OSHA and other safety and health laws.
Work with the Site Worker Compensation Administrator to manage workers’ compensation claims.
Recognize hazardous conditions and unsafe acts, identify their causes, and take appropriate corrective measures.
Respond appropriately and promptly to emergency situations.
Coordinate and audit the plant incident-investigation process.
Lead audit teams to identify pre-accident trends, assess compliance with safety and health procedures, and recommend actions.
Follow up on corrective actions.
Analyze work processes for potential hazards; verify that materials and equipment meet standards; review equipment maintenance procedures; and ensure preventive-maintenance schedules are properly defined.
Facilitate safety-team meetings, problem-solving meetings, and EHS planning meetings.
Facilitate and manage plant safety committee activities.
Maintain accurate and timely records and deliver reports by scheduled deadlines.
Participate in Plant Emergency Operations Team activities, including training, equipment requirements and distribution, and OSHA compliance.
Prepare management reports with recommendations for appropriate actions.
Implement hazardous-waste control and disposal activities, including training, collection, disposal, and record maintenance, as well as organizational conservation programs.
Follow company policies and procedures, share information that benefits the team, and identify ways to improve customer service.