Plant Safety Manager

PACCARRenton, WA
Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for managing plant safety programs to include: accident prevention, worker’s compensation administration, safety training, ergonomics, emergency response plans, compliance with company/governmental policies and regulations. This role reports to the Human Resources Manager and works closely with operations, manufacturing engineering, and facilities to achieve the plant’s overall safety goals.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Occupational Health, Technology or related field required.
  • 7+ years closely related industrial safety and health experience.
  • Familiar with OSHA, WISHA, NFPA, ACGIH regulations.
  • Administrative and organizational ability.
  • Demonstrated experience with environmental Health & Safety (EHS) systems.
  • Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and the ability to communicate to various levels within the organization.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, ability to present/facilitate large group meetings (500+ employees).
  • Have strong critical thinking, and problem solving skills.
  • Ability to lead by example, advise and affect change with peer group, make decisions, and use independent judgment and or action when required.
  • Working knowledge of all Microsoft programs

Nice To Haves

  • Master's Degree in applicable field, as well as professional certification in safety, industrial hygiene or hazardous materials a plus.
  • Experience and or lead auditor training preferred to ISO 45001
  • Mechanical aptitude with an understanding of heavy manufacturing environment and equipment preferred.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Drive change in the organization's safety culture to achieve World's Best Safety results.
  • Manage a comprehensive safety program including prevention, inspection, investigation, and recording of incidents and related costs.
  • Detect hazardous conditions, track and measure results and recommend as well as implement appropriate actions.
  • Collaborate with the medical team to ensure consistency and accuracy in case management and reporting.
  • Ensures the workplace is in compliance with OSHA/WISHA and other state, local, or industry specific regulations and that periodic safety audits are conducted.
  • Provide leadership, training, and analysis to leaders, managers, and employees in the identification of potential hazards and accident prevention.
  • Oversee the Division’s OSHA/WISHA and worker’s compensation programs, including investigations, reporting, and collection of information for claims management.
  • Work closely with Manufacturing/Environmental Engineering to develop and implement preventive or corrective measures relating to processes, machinery layout, plant ergonomics, and chemical procurements.
  • Actively monitor, evaluate, and manage proper PPE needs for the plant.
  • Proactively streamline safety processes and automate as appropriate.
  • Oversee the safety committee ensuring effectiveness.
  • Design and facilitate safety training. Work with Training and Compliance coordinator to meet initial and recurring safety training deadlines.
  • Work closely with Facilities Manager on the plant emergency programs.
  • Maintain knowledge of and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
  • Coordinate with OSHA/WISHA inspections.
  • Provide back-up and assistance to the medical staff when needed. Includes the willingness to assist in basic first aid, urine drug screens, or other duties as needed.
  • Benchmark safety programs with other PACCAR locations as well as suppliers and PACCAR peer companies.
  • Support overall department objectives, tasks, events and other duties as assigned by manager.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match
  • Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
  • Comprehensive paid time off – Minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued education
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
  • Paid short- and long-term disability program
  • Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  • EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
  • Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities
  • Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field
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