HSE Coordinator- Bowie, TX Location

WL PLASTICS LLC•Bowie, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The HSE Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that their plant has a highly functioning Safety program and for maintaining, updating, and continuously improving the facilities training program for compliance with federal safety regulations, state laws, and corporate policies. Within the company, the HSE Coordinator should have the ability to interpret corporate guidelines and turn them into actionable plans at their site. They should also have the ability to ascertain trends in the safety culture that should be addressed from a plant level and suggest ideas for the corporate level. Externally, the Safety Coordinator should be implemented actions to maintain compliance with changing the Federal, State, and Local regulations.

Requirements

Must have excellent communication skills.
Proficient with reading, writing, and basic math skills relating to the job, function or assignment.
Ability to use and interpret precision instruments, tools, machinery, and equipment.
Must be able to work safely in a production environment; must be physically capable of performing job-related tasks and job duties.
Good organizational skills- must have ability to determine priorities, manage time properly, and multi-task.
Adherence to Quality Policy and ISO 9001 Procedural requirements.
Work closely with quality assurance, shipping personnel, and production supervisor.
Initiative, adaptability, and communication skills are necessary for success in this position.
Must be a U.S. citizen or a non-U.S. citizen having legal status to reside and work in the U.S. for reasons other than practical training.
Regular, predictable, and full attendance is an essential function of the job.

Nice To Haves

Preferred candidate will meet all the requirements for Safety Coordinator III and hold a bachelor’s degree in safety or other technically related field or 10+ years’ experience in a strictly safety related role.
Preference given to candidates holding OHST, ASP/GSP or CSP credentials.

Responsibilities

Conduct safety & OSHA training; manage the safety committee and its members
Audit the facility; make and implement recommendations.
Prepare and maintain OSHA recordkeeping requirements. Update and report new or developed changes to Corporate SHE/C Manager.
Assist in the development and oversee the Job Safety Analysis (JSA’s) program at the facility.
Communicate adherence to company policies, safety standards, and good housekeeping practices.
Manage the accident and injury investigation program by ensuring accidents are reported and investigated; lead minor investigations and help to ensure that major investigations are completed when necessary.
Communicate with Corporate SHE/C Manager and Plant Manager to ensure that plant performance is maintained in the areas of safety and workers compensation.
Assist in the management of workers’ compensation claims and transitional work program.
Order and stock safety and first aid supplies.
Perform daily safety walkthrough of plant and ensure that unsafe conditions and work practices are addressed.
Assume additional responsibilities and perform special projects as needed or directed.
Review plant construction projects and provide input/oversight on those activities to ensure compliance with corporate guidelines.
Accountable for understanding and putting into practice the SHE principles.
Perform necessary environmental monitoring and improvements to maintain compliance with local permits and regulations.
Perform training of individuals on safety rules and procedures to ensure compliance with corporate guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Compile and distribute plant-specific statistics to further enhance employee understanding of safety performance
Perform detailed root cause incident investigations, possibly at facilities other than assigned facility
Participate in Lean initiatives at assigned facility
Assist Corporate SHE/C Manager with corporate level projects.
Lead Safety Coordinator Team meetings on a periodic basis.
Lead Lean initiatives at assigned facility.
Conduct audits at sites other than their home site as needed to enhance safety awareness and improve safety practices.
Mentor new Safety Coordinators and ensure they are incorporated into the WL Safety Culture
Understand root cause analysis and advanced incident investigation techniques.
A thorough knowledge of relevant regulations, codes, and legislative requirements.
Excellent interpersonal skills as well as verbal, digital, and written communication skills.
An organized self-starter with high energy level.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate employees to improve processes and performance in health and safety.
Strong computer skills.