Safety Manager

Pepper Source•Van Buren, AR

62d•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Manager will be based at our Van Buren facility, but will be responsible for safety at our Rogers plant as well. The Safety Manager works with and through management to ensure compliance with safety and environmental procedures and to assist in the achievement of profitability/productivity requirements. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Excellent computer, communication and training skills
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Attendance/Punctuality - Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Must be able to speak, read and write in English.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
Basic knowledge of computers; Knowledge of Database, Spreadsheet, and Word Processing software.
Stand and/or walk for the duration of the shift
Use hands to finger, grip, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms
Talk and hear
Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Nice To Haves

Prefer experience in OSHA, MSHA, DOT and EPA regulatory requirements.
Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Responsibilities

Assists, plans and implements safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT).
Advises management personnel on safety compliance concerns and preventative actions.
Plans and implements training for employees in worksite safety practices.
Maintains safety files and records.
Performs safety surveys and inspections, prepares written reports of findings and recommendations for corrective or preventive measures where indicated and follows up to ensure measures have been implemented.
Conducts post-accident investigation and prepares report identifying possible accident causes and hazards for use by company personnel and senior management.
Assist, set up and conducts training.
Assists in the development, evaluation and upgrading of safety programs.
Assist and maintain environmental reports including Storm water permits, SPCC, etc.