Lead, Health & Safety Specialist

Bridgestone Americas • Nashville, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a seasoned HS & IH professional with oversight of all health, safety and industrial hygiene matters within the particular division, with the objective of minimizing HS & IH liabilities to the company.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of all federal, state, and local government regulations related to health, safety, and industrial hygiene.
• Thorough knowledge and experience in health, safety and industrial hygiene program development, implementation, and management.
• Requires a strong understanding of Bridgestone Americas policies and procedures.
• BS in Safety / Industrial Hygiene / Engineering or equivalent and 4+ years’ full-time safety and health experience.
• MS in Safety / Industrial Hygiene / Engineering and 2+ years full time safety and health experience.
• Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years of experience; or equivalent work experience.

Nice To Haves

• GSP, ASP, CSP, CIH or related certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the division’s operational leadership and locations in their efforts to develop and achieve safety objectives.
• Reviews HS & IH policies and procedures. Leads their implementation as developed, updated, or otherwise as necessary to ensure comprehensive safety and health activities within the division.
• Conducts regular HS & IH audits for educational and conformance purposes.
• Promotes and monitors safety activities and processes, driving proactiveness.
• Supports the investigation of serious loss incidents and assists with determining root causes and developing countermeasures.
• Works with plant/site leadership to develop and implement HS&IH initiatives.
• Oversees and supports OSHA recordkeeping and other internal/external reporting for their division and locations.
• Oversees and supports regulatory related matters, including those related to OSHA and involving enforcement actions or consultative services.
• Provides technical assistance to plant/site personnel on HS & IH matters. This includes training and developing plant/field safety managers, coordinators, and contacts.
• Acts as a primary HS & IH expert within the division, with ability to advise leadership and management on essential HS & IH matters.
• Has a thorough understanding of the division’s operational goals and strategies.
• Knowledge of current industry trends and practices in safety.
• Provides consultative advice on specific technical issues where required.
• Effectively communicates safety information to numerous audiences across all levels.
• Maintains positive working relationships with internal and external resources.

Benefits

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
• The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior