Industrial Safety Specialist

Sandalwood Engineering & Ergonomics•Livonia, MI

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The successful candidate for Safety Engineer will join a growing team of Health, Safety & Engineering professionals helping our customers reduce their work-related risk to quality, productivity and employee health. Sandalwood Engineering & Ergonomics is a successful, relational and passionate company dedicated to individual growth, ethical treatment, and a healthy work/life balance. Our core values contribute to increased productivity, employee retention and strong internal team support. This translates to the enhanced ability to deliver specialized solutions to our diverse customer base.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety, a related discipline or CSP certification
Must be able to work in various locations within assigned region
Be flexible to work outside of typical office hours to support client projects as needed
Ability to work independently with no or limited supervision
Proficient in use of Microsoft Office applications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; organizational skills
One to three years’ experience manufacturing experience with understanding of environmental and safety processes and hands-on experience in environmental and safety compliance activities

Responsibilities

Lead Up-Front design reviews with suppliers and ensure all initial designs of equipment, tooling, robotics, conveyors, meet all relevant safety standards
Act as a Subject Matter Expert in the field of Safety Engineering, particularly in evaluating design of new products, equipment and facilities.
Conduct Risk Assessments on various machinery and tooling
Define program in approach, timing, and deliverable with program team
Conduct, facilitate or advise as necessary in Machinery and Equipment Design Reviews and/or buy-offs
Effectively communicate new initiatives, standards, regulations, significant incidents and management directives to internal and external stakeholders
Provide specific health and safety training on various safety topics, as required
Technical consultant and advisor in technical and non-technical safety topics, including local and national safety regulations
Coordinate implementation and continuous improvement in safety programs
Must present the knowledge, confidence and ability to take immediate and appropriate action when an "imminent risk of serious injury" has been identified
Work in cooperation with union Health and Safety Representatives to achieve objectives
Provide technical support during risk assessment, construction, and/or installation of equipment as required
Report program status weekly to management roles